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

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
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)

By Johnson Research Group
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)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
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)

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
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

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
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

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
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

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
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)

By Johnson Research Group
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

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
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)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
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

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
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

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
After CAA stock has spent some time building a base, the time is right for a potential move higher in CalAtlantic.

Dow Breaks Win Streak as Investors Await Trump Speech

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones lost 0.1% to snap a 12-day winning streak, the S&P lost 0.3%, the Nasdaq lost 0.6% and the Russell 2000 lost 1.5%.

Why Charles Schwab Corp (SCHW), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Perrigo Company plc Ordinary Shares (PRGO) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX), Perrigo Company (PRGO) and Charles Schwab (SCHW) were all doomed from the start of Tuesday's trading action.

Warren Buffett’s Letter: Valuable Lessons From the Oracle

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Warren Buffett provided his latest letter to Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) shareholders, and once more, it's a gem. Here are the best investing takeaways.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Priceline Group Inc (PCLN), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Workday Inc (WDAY)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Workday Inc (WDAY) tanked Tuesday on quarterly results, but Priceline Group Inc (PCLN) got a lift.

S&P 500 Waiting to Hear Trump’s Message to Congress

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The markets are still bullish, but everything slowed down on Monday ahead of Trump's address Tuesday evening.

Trade of the Day: WPX Energy Inc (WPX) Stock Surging Again

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
WPX Energy has been pulling back so far this year, but that may just be setting WPX stock up for more gains.
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