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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One Sector May Still Hold the Key

Energy stocks have so far kept the major indices from breaking to new highs.

Why United Continental Holdings Inc (UAL), Banco Bradesco SA (ADR) (BBD) and Devon Energy Corp (DVN) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Investors in United Continental Holdings (UAL), Banco Bradesco (BBD) and Devon Energy (DVN) would like a do-over after Wednesday's trading.

Dow Jones Drops on Crude Concerns

Energy stocks went back to sliding on Wednesday amid concerns about new inventory data, and they took the Dow Jones and other indices down with them.

Biggest Movers in Finance Stocks Now – CIVB MMAC CARV JMP

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

Hottest Transportation Stocks Now – DAC USDP HMLP NAT

The following stocks were moving the Transportation sector today.

Why Weight Watchers International, Inc. (WTW), Fairchild Semiconductor Intl Inc (FCS) and Cadiz Inc (CDZI) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

Another 3% decline in oil sunk the markets again, but Weight Watchers, Fairchild Semiconductor and Cadiz weren't listening.

Hottest Services Stocks Now – DTRM GEN GSB INOD

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

Hottest Retail Trade Stocks Now – TCS LE TTS GTIM

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

Biggest Movers in Manufacturing Stocks Now – CPSH NL INNL AGRX

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

Hottest Finance Stocks Now – AAMC PJT USBI FNHC

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

Biggest Movers in Manufacturing Stocks Now – ACUR TNXP ATRA ATNM

The following stocks were moving the Manufacturing sector today.

Hottest Services Stocks Now – FTAI PIRS ADUS TRUE

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

Biggest Movers in Mining Stocks Now – SGY PE ERF GPOR

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

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and SunEdison Inc (SUNE)

Amazon (AMZN) calls pop on Prime and Sprouts Farmers Market (SFM), Netflix (NFLX) bears call a top, and SunEdison (SUNE) reverses on fundraising.

Take Some Profits In McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Stock

MCD stock surged nearly 30% in 2015 and with Tuesday's 1.11% lift reached my near to medium-term price target of $120. Take partial profits.

Breakout Likely to be Delayed Until the New Year

It is doubtful the major indices can smash through overhead with such low volume.

The Dow Jones Marches as Santa Comes to Wall Street

The Dow Jones continued its push toward 18k on Tuesday thanks in part to a surge in oil prices. Bonds, however, were kicked in the shins.

Hottest Services Stocks Now – QUMU ADPT GIGM FLY

The following stocks were moving the Services sector today.

Hottest Manufacturing Stocks Now – CBIO TGI XRM ANTH

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