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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Major Reversal May be Just Around the Corner

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
With a pending Dow Theory non-confirmation, this is not the time to chase stocks.

Dow Jones Hits Triple-Digits Despite Crude Crash

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.6%, the S&P 500 added 0.6%, the Nasdaq Composite put on 0.9% and the Russell 2000 gained 0.3%.

Why Micron Technology, Inc. (MU), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Visa Inc (V) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
As stocks went generally bullish on Friday, stellar showings by MU, VRX and V made the trio three of today's best stocks.

Why United Continental Holdings Inc (UAL), Marriott International Inc (MAR) and BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The trading week ended one day too late for owners of United Continental Holdings (UAL), Marriott International (MAR) and BlackBerry (BBRY).

Friday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) and Pfizer Inc. (PFE)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple (AAPL) options jump as FBI shares its iPhone hack, Tesla (TSLA) unveils the Model 3 to iPhone-esque lines and Pfizer (PFE) plunges on a hoax press release.

3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Deere & Company (DE), Walt Disney (DIS) and Wells Fargo & Co (WFC)

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Deere (DE), Walt Disney (DIS) and Wells Fargo (WFC) should all be on your radar at the moment, as all three are in danger of stalling out.

Stock Picking is Paramount in This Risky Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Stick with only the most fundamentally sound stocks at these levels.

Wall Street Turns Frantic Ahead of Jobs Report

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
On the economic front, initial jobless claims climbed to 276,000 from 270,000 for its third consecutive gain. But this was also the 56th consecutive week below the 300,000 level.

Why Allergan plc Ordinary Shares (AGN), Deere & Company (DE) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Allergan plc (AGN), Deere & Company (DE) and Micron Technology (MU) never even had a fighting chance of making gains on Thursday.

Why Fitbit Inc (FIT), Medivation Inc (MDVN) and Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
While the broader market was not all that exciting today, new product launches and takeover rumors made FIT, MDVN and TSLA three of today's best stocks.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Netflix (NFLX) self-throttling draws FCC ire, Valeant (VRX) options volume jumps on increased default woes and Micron (MU) reports a narrowed Q2 loss.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG), Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) and Medivation Inc (MDVN)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Chipotle (CMG) may be adding a burger chain under its fold, Micron (MU) posted a quarterly loss that was narrower than estimates and suitors are lining up to buy Medivation (MDVN).

Dow Breaks Through Bearish Resistance Line

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
However, volume lagged and profit-taking robbed the index of a triple-digit gain.

Stocks Continue Soaring on Yellen’s Dovishness

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
In the end, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.5%, the S&P 500 added 0.4%, the Nasdaq Composite went up 0,.5% and the Russell 2000 ended with a 0.1% gain.

Why Boeing Co (BA), Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Boeing (BA), Paychex (PAYX) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) were suspiciously left out of the rally on Wednesday.

Why Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU), Metlife Inc (MET) and Sonic Corporation (SONC) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Equity investors know the Fed will remain in focus, but other catalysts explain why MET, LULU and SONC are three of today's best stocks.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Bank of America Corp (BAC), SunEdison Inc (SUNE) and Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bank of America (BAC) options surge on dovish interest rate commentary, while a SunEdison (SUNE) bankruptcy edges closer and Amazon (AMZN) eyes Berlin.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY), Sonic Corporation (SONC) and Verint Systems Inc. (VRNT)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Sonic (SONC) looks to open Wednesday higher thanks to earnings. Dave & Busters (PLAY) and Verint Systems (VRNT) won't be nearly so lucky.

Fed Pushes Market Into Maximum Resistance

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The S&P 500 closed above its bearish resistance line.
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