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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The Dow Jones Takes Another Run at 18,000

The Dow Jones looks to test the 18,000 level, while the economic calendar has a full feast set for next week, from existing home sales to international trade data.

Why Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF), Nike Inc (NKE) and Gap Inc (GPS) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

Markets bounced back today on some very good retail earnings, which is why Abercrombie & Fitch, Nike and Gap all enjoyed good days.

Why Mentor Graphics Corp. (MENT), Sprint Corp (S) and Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Mentor Graphics (MENT), Sprint (S) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) just couldn't get aboard Friday's bullish train for the market.

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

Hottest Retail Trade Stocks Now – SPWH CAB SSI HABT

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

Hottest Wholesale Trade Stocks Now – ANW WAIR NHTC DLA

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

Hottest Services Stocks Now – DMRC YELP NCTY AVG

The following stocks were moving the Services sector today.

Hottest Finance Stocks Now – FMD UAM BMA MOH

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

Hottest Manufacturing Stocks Now – CLDX COKE SYN EGLT

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

Don’t Expect GMCR Stock to See $60 Anytime Soon

GMCR stock valuation and earnings performance both suggest it has a better chance of seeing $40 than $60.

Expect Solid Consumer Spending for Holiday 2015

Despite what consumers say (and what they seem to think), consumer spending in November and December should grow measurably.

Hottest Finance Stocks Now – JGW OCN OZM MN

The following stocks were moving the Finance sector today.

Hottest Retail Trade Stocks Now – HIBB ANF ROST FL

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

Biggest Movers in Services Stocks Now – INTU PCTY SHOP SPLK

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

Biggest Movers in Transportation Stocks Now – EBR.B TOUR SBS SWFT

The following stocks were moving the Transportation sector today.

Biggest Movers in Manufacturing Stocks Now – KBIO SRPT CXRX PULM

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

Hottest Mining Stocks Now – SPP GORO SDT FSM

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

Friday’s Vital Data: Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and Intel Corporation (INTC)

Short restriction fuels Chesapeake Energy (CHK) put volume, momentum carries Netflix (NFLX) call volume and Intel (INTC) lifts its dividend and guidance.

Ralph Lauren Corp: Buy RL Stock as a Stocking Stuffer

Ralph Lauren has reached a technical support area after earnings that makes one thing seem likely: higher prices for RL stock.