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 Visa Inc (V), Sony Corp (ADR) (SNE) and Seagate Technology PLC (STX) are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

A surprise decision by the BOJ had stocks soaring, and Visa, Sony and Seagate were some of the best.

Friday’s Vital Data: Facebook Inc (FB), Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) and Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM)

Options traders flooded Facebook (FB) and Microsoft (MSFT) with call activity following strong earnings, while Qualcomm (QCOM) calls got popular despite poor guidance.

FB – What to Do With Facebook Stock After Earnings

The post-earnings rally in Facebook stock has pushed FB to previous all-time highs. Upside momentum looks promising.

Dow Sports an All-too-Familiar Pattern

There was little in the way of follow-through after a strong opening.

Dow Jones Rises Triple Digits as Oil Returns

Oil's return and earnings beats from FB, UA and MSFT kept stocks in the black. On the economic front, even if OPEC and Russia can't organize anything, watch for possible supply disruptions out of Libya and Nigeria.

Biggest Movers in Finance Stocks Now – CIFC IBTX MARPS GNW

The following stocks were the biggest movers and shakers in the Finance sector today.

Biggest Movers in Transportation Stocks Now – VDTH USDP AWR CQH

The Transportation sector saw plenty of trading activity today, including the following leaders and losers.

Why QUALCOMM, Inc. (QCOM), eBay Inc (EBAY) and ServiceNow Inc (NOW) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Last quarter may have been okay for QUALCOMM (QCOM), eBay (EBAY) and ServiceNow (NOW), but the future doesn't look bright for any of them.

Why Facebook Inc (FB), PayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL) and Under Armour Inc (UA) are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

Good earnings and a better day in the oil market pushed stocks higher, and Facebook, PayPal and Under Armour had reason to boast.

Biggest Movers in Services Stocks Now – INXN GIGM MG ASPS

The following stocks were moving the Services sector today.

Hottest Manufacturing Stocks Now – CBMG MDWD IIN RVP

The following stocks were the biggest movers and shakers in the Manufacturing sector today.

Hottest Retail Trade Stocks Now – CSH BNED TUES ORLY

The following stocks were the biggest movers and shakers in the Retail Trade sector today.

Hottest Services Stocks Now – MSTR FB CTXS PYPL

The Services sector saw plenty of trading activity today, including the following leaders and losers.

Hottest Mining Stocks Now – MEMP SGY VNR EMES

The following stocks were moving the Mining sector today.

Hottest Retail Trade Stocks Now – VNCE VIPS DENN FLWS

The following stocks were the biggest movers and shakers in the Retail Trade sector today.

Biggest Movers in Finance Stocks Now – BANC IBKC HAFC CMO

The following stocks were moving the Finance sector today.

Hottest Manufacturing Stocks Now – NEOS UA EFII EPRS

The Manufacturing sector saw plenty of trading activity today, including the following leaders and losers.

Biggest Movers in Transportation Stocks Now – WMB KMI TOO EURN

The following stocks were moving the Transportation sector today.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Facebook Inc (FB) and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)

Apple Inc. (AAPL) guidance whiffs Street view, Facebook Inc (FB) posts its first $1 billion profit quarter and Alibaba (BABA) blows past consensus expectations.