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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Why Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), Sprint Corp (S) and SolarCity Corp (SCTY) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Stocks were lethargic today, but what was not slack were the performances turned in by Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), SolarCity Corp (SCTY) and Sprint Corp (S).

Why Ciena Corporation (CIEN), The Kroger Co (KR) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Ciena (CIEN), Kroger (KR) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) were facing monumental hurdles on Thursday. Here's what investors need to know.

Home Depot Inc (HD) Stock: Why You Should Take Profits Now

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Home Depot stock has rallied nearly 15% since I declared it oversold and ripe for a counter-trend bounce trade. Hooray! Now get out!

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Semtech Corporation (SMTC), Habit Restaurants Inc (HABT) and Pure Storage Inc (PSTG)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Semtech (SMTC) released better-than-expected earnings, Habit Restaurants (HABT) announced expansion plans and Pure Storage (PSTG) posted fourth-quarter results.

Stocks May Stall Out Soon

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
We are entering the first band of significant potential resistance.

Dow Jones Inches Higher Ahead of Key Economic Data

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained a modest 0.2%, the S&P 500 went up 0.4%, the Nasdaq Composite jumped 0.3% and the Russell 2000 ended the day 1.1% higher.

Why GoPro Inc (GPRO), Zynga Inc (ZNGA) and United States Steel Corporation (X) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
The market didn't move too much, but the same can't be said about GoPro (GPRO), U.S. Steel (X) and Zynga (ZNGA). Here's why all three headed higher.

Why VMware, Inc. (VMW), Monsanto Company (MON) and Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
VMware (VMW), Monsanto (MON) and Dollar Tree (DLTR) were taken out behind the woodshed on hump day.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Facebook Inc (FB), Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) and Ford Motor Company (F)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook (FB) is fined in Germany for privacy law violation, Marathon Oil (MRO) put options soar on a stock offering and Ford (F) hits it big with SUV sales.

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY): Where Should You Sell This Rally?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The S&P 500's (SPY) face-ripping rally on Tuesday put the index in a better technical area of resistance. Here's how investors should handle this environment.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA), Zynga Inc (ZNGA) and Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla Motors (TSLA) just got bit by Citron Research, Zynga’s (ZNGA) CEO steps down and Ross Stores (ROST) beats the Street.

Don’t Follow the Herd Into the Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Stocks are moving higher with little to back them other than investors' fear of missing out.

Stocks Soar for a Bullish Start to March

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
U.S. equities surged higher on Tuesday as the calendar flipped to a new month. The result was a fresh breakout for the uptrend off of the January-February lows, returning prices to levels last seen just after the New Year.

Why Citigroup Inc (C), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR) (PBR) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Super Tuesday? It sure was for Citigroup (C), Petrobras (PBR) and Netflix (NFLX), which helped lead Wall Street to a nice start for March.

Why Barclays PLC (ADR) (BCS), Barrick Gold Corporation (USA) (ABX) and Medtronic PLC (MDT) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Tuesday's strength didn't do Barclays (BCS), Barrick Gold (ABX) and Medtronic (MDT) a bit of good. Here's the deal.

Tuesday’s Vital Data: Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) and Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Netflix (NFLX) put options get popular after a downgrade, Valeant (VRX) has itself a horrible day and Yahoo (YHOO) is boosted by hedge-fund activist comments.

Amazon.com, Inc.: AMZN Stock Is Bear Chow

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Amazon stock has gone bouncing lately, but don't get too overjoyed -- it looks like the dead-kitty variety. Bearish traders: Get ready to play AMZN.

Evidence of a Bear Market Mounting

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
One trusty indicator is telling us that, despite recent strength, a downtrend has begun.

Stocks Stumble to End February in the Red

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Defensive utilities led the way while healthcare lagged behind. Elsewhere, Asian markets disappointed overnight after a weekend meeting of G20 leaders ended without any commitment to coordinate new stimulus efforts.
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