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 Inches Toward Record Highs

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones gained 0.2%, the S&P added 0.1%, the Nasdaq Composite finished stronger by 0.2% and the Russell 2000 gained 0.2%.

Why Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (CHKP), The Coca-Cola Co (KO) and Office Depot Inc (ODP) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Check Point Software (CHKP), Coca-Cola (KO) and Office Depot (ODP) used more than their fair share of red ink on Wednesday.

Why Lexmark International Inc (LXK), SolarCity Corp (SCTY) and VMware, Inc. (VMW) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Although broader benchmarks finished with modest gains, LXK, SCTY and VMW delivered stellar performances and were worthy of best stocks of the day status.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), Facebook Inc (FB) and Intel Corporation (INTC)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Netflix (NFLX) options volume spikes on Q1 concerns, Facebook (FB) call traders ready for earnings and Intel (INTC) Q1 ignites bearish activity.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Discover Financial Services (DFS), Intel Corporation (INTC) and VMware, Inc. (VMW)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Discover Financial (DFS) and VMWare (VMW) were set to start Wednesday higher on Q1 beats, but Intel (INTC) likely will slide after disappointing guidance and a massive layoff announcement.

Bull Calves Be Warned

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Those just getting bullish after such a big rally are likely in for a rude awakening.

Tech Falls, Oil Rises as Stocks Finish Mostly Higher

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones gained 0.3%, the S&P wafted up 0.3%, the Nasdaq took a 0.4% dive and the Russell 2000 ended the day 0.1% higher.

Why eBay Inc (EBAY), International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) and Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
EBay Inc (EBAY), International Business Machines (IBM) and Netflix (NFLX) were taken out behind the woodshed on Tuesday, albeit for understandable reasons.

Why Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Panera Bread Co (PNRA) and Spirit Airlines Incorporated (SAVE) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Guidance and analyst upgrades helped JNJ, PNRA and SAVE become three of today's best stocks.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and Walt Disney Co (DIS)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple (AAPL) iPhone shipments are under fire again, Netflix (NFLX) puts rise ahead of earnings and Disney (DIS) call options surge on upgrade.

International Business Machines Corp. (IBM): Goat Today, Value Tomorrow

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor
IBM’s first-quarter earnings were better than expected, but a revenue miss was cause for concern. Use near-term struggles in IBM stock to buy for the long haul.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), Harley-Davidson Inc (HOG) and Heron Therapeutics Inc (HRTX)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Netflix (NFLX) will be knocked lower on its Q2 subscriber forecast, while HOG is surging on an earnings beat and Heron Therapeutics (HRTX) gets positive FDA news.

Now is Not the Time to Chase Stocks

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
While not out of the question, a sustainable breakout anytime soon is highly unlikely.

Dow Jones Retakes 18,000 Despite Disappointment in Doha

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones moved up 0.6%, the S&P gained 0.7%, the Nasdaq finished 0.4% higher and the Russell 2000 ended the day with a 0.7% gain.

Why Apple Inc. (AAPL), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR) (PBR) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Owners of Apple (AAPL), Petrobras (PBR, PBR.A) and Netflix (NFLX) were wishing the weekend could have lasted one more day.

Why BofI Holding, Inc. (BOFI), Cvent Inc (CVT) and Walt Disney Co (DIS) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
What should have been a trying day for stocks turned into a banner day for BOFI, CVT and Dow component DIS.

Monday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Facebook Inc (FB) and Netflix, Inc. (NFLX)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Earnings season drives heavy options activity on Apple Inc (AAPL), Facebook Inc (FB) and Netflix, Inc. (NFLX).

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Target Corporation (TGT) and Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Microsoft (MSFT) faces a lawsuit over digital privacy, Target (TGT) falls short with a limited-edition collection and Verizon (VZ) plans a FiOS revamp.

Past Doesn’t Bode Well for the Bulls

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The major indices are once again pushing up against their old highs.
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