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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Wednesday’s Vital Data: Bank of America Corp (BAC), Apple Inc. (AAPL) and Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

Bank of America call options traders bet big on rate hike, Apple (AAPL) up on rate hike benefits and Microsoft (MSFT) Surface gains ground.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Heico Corp (HEI), Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX)

Heico Corp (HEI) reported record net sales, Hertz (HTZ) replaces its CEO and Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) makes more management changes.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average Aiming at 20,000

While it may not last into the new year, it looks as though the Dow Jones Industrial Average should close out 2016 strong.

Trade of the Day: McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Stock Sizzling Toward $140

As MCD stock breaks out of a downward channel, things are looking good for a tidy surge for McDonald's investors.

Dow Hits Triple-Digit Close, Nears 20,000

In the end, the Dow Jones gained 0.6%, the S&P 500 Index gained 0.7%, the Nasdaq added 1% and the Russell 2000 gained a fraction.

Why Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ALXN), Inovalon Holdings Inc (INOV) and Southern Copper Corp (SCCO) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Southern Copper (SCCO), Alexion Pharmaceuticals (ALXN) and Inovalon Holdings (INOV) couldn't win for losing on Tuesday, though for understandable reasons.

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