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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Stocks Lower Ahead of OPEC-Russia Meeting

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow lost 0.2%, the S&P fell 0.1%, the Nasdaq edged down 0.2% and the Russell 2000 bucked the trend to gain 0.2%.

Why 3D Systems Corporation (DDD), Ensco PLC (ESV) and Seagate Technology PLC (STX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Owners of 3D Systems Corporation (DDD), Ensco PLC (ESV) and Seagate Technology PLC (STX) would have preferred the week ended one day earlier.

Why Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG), Fitbit Inc (FIT) and Infosys Ltd ADR (INFY) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Although stocks ended the week in basically flat fashion, CMG, FIT and INFY found their way to best stocks of the day status.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: SunEdison Inc (SUNE), Regions Financial Corp (RF) and Baxalta Inc (BXLT)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
SunEdison (SUNE) is plunging on news of DIP financing talks, while Baxalta is off as Shire merger proceedings advance. Regions Financial (RF), however, is rising on earnings.

Momentum Favors the Bears in the Short Term

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The intermediate trend is still up, but the market currently lacks follow-through.

Stocks Finish Mixed as the Dow Inches Toward 18,000

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow gained 0.1%, the S&P wafted up a fraction, the Nasdaq lost a fraction and the Russell 2000 ended the day with a loss of 0.1%.

Why Barrick Gold Corporation (USA) (ABX), Seagate Technology PLC (STX) and Vale SA (VALE) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Barrick Gold Corporation (ABX), Seagate Technology (STX) and Vale (VALE) couldn't win for losing on Thursday. Here's what investors need to know.

Why 3D Systems Corporation (DDD), Baker Hughes Incorporated (BHI) and Bank of America Corp (BAC) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
While stocks were choppy most of Thursday, standout performances came from DDD, BHI and BAC.

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: Fitbit Inc (FIT), GoPro Inc (GPRO) and Twitter Inc (TWTR)

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Investors in GPRO, FIT and TWTR haven't had much to cheer about lately, but that tide may be changing.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: SunEdison Inc (SUNE), Seagate Technology PLC (STX) and Pier 1 Imports Inc (PIR)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
SunEdison (SUNE) was set to rocket higher in Thursday's trading, while Pier 1 (PIR) and Seagate Technology (STX) looked likely to drag on financial news.

Market Pattern is Positive, Though Suspect

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Traders should still exercise caution at this juncture.

Why Clovis Oncology Inc (CLVS), Seagate Technology PLC (STX) and Sprint Corp (S) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Clovis Oncology (CLVS), Seagate Technology (STX) and Sprint (S) used more than their fair share of red ink on Wednesday.

Why GoPro Inc (GPRO), Joy Global Inc. (JOY) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Executive news, the commodities rally and earnings elevated GPRO, JOY and JPM to best stocks of the day status.

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

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Analysts are bullish on Chesapeake (CHK) following credit deal, Apple (AAPL) is on Goldman’s buy list, Bank of America (BAC) call options are brisk ahead of earnings.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX), CSX Corporation (CSX) and Adtran, Inc. (ADTN)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) was dipping on a default notice, CSX Corporation (CSX) was up despite missing its revenue target and Adtran (ADTN) was set to rise on impressive financial results.

Biotech May be Bargain Hunters’ Next Target

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Buyers seem to be focused on only the most beaten-down sectors.

Oil Gives Stocks a Lift Ahead of Bank Earnings

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones gained 0.9%, the S&P 500 gained 1%, the Nasdaq wafted up by 0.8% and the Russell 2000 finished the day a percent higher.

Why Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) and Yandex NV (YNDX) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
It is oil's rise that explains why CHK and MRO are two of today's best stocks, while analyst chatter helped YNDX join that group.

Why Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR), Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Although the broad market made big-time gains today, Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR), Micron Technology (MU) and Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) couldn't jump on board that train.
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