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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The Dow Jones Continues Its Drift From 20,000

In the end, the Dow Jones lost 0.5%, the S&P shed 0.1%, the Nasdaq gained a fraction and the Russell 2000 finished the day 0.7% lower.

Why United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS), Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (ADR) (TEVA) and Under Armour Inc (UAA) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Under Armour (UAA), Teva Pharmaceutical Industries (TEVA) and United Parcel Service (UPS) led Tuesday's bearish charge.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT), Altria Group Inc (MO) and Walt Disney Co (DIS)

Traders are running Disney (DIS) and Altria (MO) stock too high, while Walmart (WMT) shares slip back into a bear market.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (AEIS), GGP Inc (GGP) and Sanmina Corp (SANM)

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (AEIS), GGP Inc (GGP) and Sanmina Corp (SANM) all reported their quarterly earnings after hours Monday.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Rite Aid Corporation (RAD), Bank of America Corp (BAC) and Pfizer Inc. (PFE)

Rite Aid (RAD) put options soar as Walgreens (WBA) cuts offer, Bank of America (BAC) mixed despite deregulation rumors and Pfizer (PFE) whiffs earnings.

Markets Endure Their First Big Test of Trump’s Presidency

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped back before the 20,000 level yesterday, but the real test for the markets is still coming.

2 Ways to Trade Facebook Inc (FB) Stock After Earnings

Facebook (FB) is set to report its latest quarterly earnings on Wednesday. Right now, I see two opportunities in Facebook stock.

Trade of the Day: Eagle Materials, Inc. (EXP) Stock Still Building Up

It looks like the current pullback in Eagle Materials is short term, so investors may want to prepare to ride EXP stock higher.

Dow Loses 20,000 as Travel Ban Sends Global Shock Wave

With Trump looking less friendly to big business and the Fed itching to raise interest rates, stocks are looking vulnerable to an overdue downside correction.

Why American Airlines Group Inc (AAL), Sony Corp (ADR) (SNE) and Tempur Sealy International Inc (TPX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Tempur Sealy (TPX) American Airlines (AAL) and Sony (SNE) lead Monday's punishing pullback for the broad market.

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) and Intel Corporation (INTC)

Intel (INTC) and Alibaba (BABA) stock are moving into technical buy signals, while Chesapeake Energy (CHK) stock flashes signs for the bears.

Monday’s Vital Data: Facebook Inc (FB), Apple Inc. (AAPL) and Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)

With a flood of corporate earnings on tap, options traders gear up for reports from Facebook (FB), Apple (AAPL) and Amazon.com (AMZN).

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Apple Inc. (AAPL), BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY) and Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)

Apple (AAPL) pulls Iranian apps; BlackBerry's (BBRY) Mercruy appears in a sitcom; and Delta (DAL) cancels flights due to computer failure.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average Says the Bull Market Is Still On

And while the VIX shows no fear, it doesn't look like that spells readiness for a market correction just yet.

Trade of the Day: Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) Stock Looks Healthy

Lincoln National is offering a great buying opportunity right now, and investors can get into LNC stock for a ride toward $80.

Stocks Cool Their Heels Ahead of Fed, Jobs Report

In the end, the Dow Jones lost a fraction, the S&P lost 0.1%, the Nasdaq gained 0.1% and the Russell 2000 lost 0.4%.

Why Starbucks Corporation (SBUX), Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) and American Airlines Group Inc (AAL) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Colgate-Palmolive (CL), Starbucks (SBUX) and American Airlines (AAL) all ended the week on a bearish foot, thanks to earnings reports.

3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) and Intel Corporation (INTC)

Microsoft (MSFT) and Intel (INTC) are setting course for new rallies, while Starbucks (SBUX) tests a significant technical support level with long-term implications.

Friday’s Vital Data: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) and Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

Microsoft (MSFT) earnings take to the clouds, Starbucks (SBUX) lacks earnings buzz and Verizon (VZ) options holding out for Charter merger details.