Today's Market

Why are stocks up (or down) and what does the latest Nvidia news mean? Today’s Market will answer those questions and keep you informed about big stock market movers. We’ll also tell you about the latest Fed moves, what stocks Warren Buffett is buying, and which stocks look primed for a short squeeze. Today’s Market is the perfect pairing of InvestorPlace’s expert financial advice and critical stock and crypto news.

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3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) and Tesla Inc (TSLA)

Shares of Caterpillar (CAT) were rocked by headline news on Thursday, while Tesla (TSLA) and Nvidia (NVDA) have been victims of their own success.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: Snap Inc. (SNAP), Nutanix Inc (NTNX) and American Outdoor Brands Corp (AOBC)

Snap (SNAP) is enjoying a second day of buying after its IPO, but Nutanix (NTNX) and American Outdoor Brands (AOBC) are getting shellacked.

Friday’s Vital Data: iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Indx (ETF) (EEM), Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) and Snap Inc (SNAP)

EEM and CAT saw declines yesterday as part of overall market weakness, while SNAP stock celebrated its IPO.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average Subsides Slightly

A Thursday reversal in the Dow Jones isn't the end of the bull market, it is just some healthy profit taking.

Trade of the Day: Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock in a Strong Bull Channel

Investors interested in buying into Micron should look to step into the MU stock bull channel around $23.90.

Dow Takes a Breather, While the Snapchat IPO Soars

The Dow gave back 0.5%, while newcomer Snap Inc (SNAP) whirs into action with a 44% IPO that makes it more valuable than Twitter (TWTR).

Why Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), Juno Therapeutics Inc (JUNO) and Kroger Co (KR) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Kroger (KR), Juno Therapeutics (JUNO) and Caterpillar (CAT) were doomed by the headlines from the start of Thursday's trading.

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: Myriad Genetics, Inc. (MYGN), Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) and Nucor Corporation (NUE)

The technical pictures for Walmart (WMT), Myriad Genetics (MYGN) and Nucor (NUE) are seeing transitions that suggest the technical bulls are starting to buy into these improving trends.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Box Inc (BOX), Kite Pharma Inc (KITE) and Shake Shack Inc (SHAK)

Kite Pharma (KITE) is shedding some of its hot gains Thursday, while Box Inc (BOX) and Shake Shack (SHAK) are dipping on earnings news.

Thursday’s Vital Data: SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) and Snap Inc (SNAP)

One trader appears to banking on continued strength in XLF with little risk of failure barring a major correction.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average Surges Forward

The Dow Jones Industrial Average had a huge day, pushing past 21,000 on the strength of optimism after President Trump's speech Tuesday.

Trade of the Day: Xerox Corp (XRX) Stock Speculative, But Encouraging

Xerox may be an old name, but some recent changes may be giving XRX stock new life that investors should pay attention to.

Dow Soars Above 21,000 on Trump Speech, Short Covering

The exuberance is so thick in the air it's hard to breathe, with stock prices melting higher despite political uncertainty, hawkish noises from the Federal Reserve, extended valuations, narrow breadth and extreme sentiment. It's incredible to see.

Why Best Buy Co Inc (BBY), American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) and Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Last quarter's earnings reports American Eagle Outfitters (AEO), Palo Alto Networks (PANW) and Best Buy (BBY) were their undoing on Wednesday.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) and Mosaic Co (MOS)

After breaking through $6, CHK stock appears technically doomed, while shares of MOS and NVDA are ready to bounce higher from here.

Best Buy Inc Co (BBY) Stock Dives Into the Retail Dumpster

Best Buy (BBY) Q4 revenues failed to meet estimates, and BBY stock was hammered Wednesday as a result. But is the news really that bad?

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Endo International Plc (ENDP), Etsy Inc (ETSY) and Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)

Endo International Plc (ENDP), Etsy Inc (ETSY) and Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) all reported on their latest quarters Tuesday afternoon.

The S&P 500’s Recent Action Suggests a Correction Is Coming

The disparity between the S&P 500 and the 17-month moving average isn't calling for a crash, but a correction? That's looking likely.

Trade of the Day: CalAtlantic Group Inc (CAA) Stock Ready to Raise the Roof

After CAA stock has spent some time building a base, the time is right for a potential move higher in CalAtlantic.