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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Hottest Consumer Noncyclical Stocks Now – BRFS AKO.A DEO FMX

Consumer noncyclical stocks remained flat on Thursday morning on Wall Street. NYSE:BRFS, NYSE:AKO.A, NYSE:DEO, NYSE:FMX, NYSE:BUD, NYSE:DPS, NYSE:CLX, NYSE:CCU, NYSE:BG, NYSE:CL, NYSE:BGS, NASDAQ:DMND, NASDAQ:UNFI, NYSE:AKO.B, NYSE:WWAV, NASDAQ:CALM, NYSE:THS, NYSE:USNA, NYSE:VCO, NYSE:DF

Hottest Utilities Stocks Now – EBR CIG SBS CPL

Utilities stocks remained flat so far on Thursday on Wall Street. NYSE:EBR, NYSE:CIG, NYSE:SBS, NYSE:CPL, NYSE:ELP, NASDAQ:OTTR, NYSE:SJI, NYSE:ENI, NYSE:ETE, NYSE:FE, AMEX:LNG, NYSE:ATLS, NYSE:PCG, NYSE:BWP, NYSE:OKE, NYSE:EIX, NYSE:TRGP, NYSE:TRP, NYSE:MWE, NYSE:EXC

Biggest Movers in Transportation Stocks Now – MINI HOS UHAL KNX

Transportation stocks declined broadly 0.7% on Wall Street on Thursday morning. NASDAQ:MINI, NYSE:HOS, NASDAQ:UHAL, NYSE:KNX, NYSE:GLF, NASDAQ:GMLP, NYSE:PAC, NASDAQ:ARII, NASDAQ:SAVE, NASDAQ:DRYS, NYSE:GLOG, NASDAQ:JBLU, NYSE:DAL, NYSE:UAL, NYSE:LUV, NYSE:ALK, NYSE:STNG

Choppy Market Testing Traders’ Patience

A resolution is likely coming soon, but it's important to wait for a valid signal.

Can Gold Prices Repeat Q1’s Heroic Move?

Gold prices, along with the GLD ETF, were on fire in the first quarter of 2014, but the second quarter may not be anywhere near as bullish.

Buy Biotech’s Burst Bubble… Just Not Quite Yet

Delay purchases unless several strong days of selling drive it to its 200-day moving average.

Stick to Buying on Weakness Unless This Happens

If the S&P 500 and Nasdaq don't experience a breakdown, don't jump the gun.

What’s Next After Yellen’s “Rookie” Moment of Clarity?

Traders sold off after the Fed meeting. Too bad for them, because only one significant item came out of Yellen's remarks, and it wasn't exactly a surprise.

Market’s Weakness Not a Cause for Concern

The minor bearish occurrences took place on an unpredictable quadruple witching day.

Take Sharper Aim in This Neutral Market

Broad commitments should be set aside in favor of buying specific outperformers.

Sell These Instruments of Destruction Now

For those tenacious holders of bonds and bond funds, now is the time to exit.

5 Stupid Questions Asked on Wall Street

Wall Street has a penchant for stupid questions. Ignore these 5 queries. They're either pointless, or they've been answered a hundred times over.

Nasdaq, Russell 2000 Within a Whisker of a Breakout

Tuesday's most positive development was the strength of the small- and mid-cap stocks.

3 Reasons the Selloff Isn’t Finished

Before you get too excited about stocks again, consider these 3 signs that suggest the market selloff isn't finished.

2 Charts That Warn the Bull Market May End in 3-9 Months

These ratio charts could be the first signs that the cyclical bull is coming to an end.

Watch Out for the Q1 Earnings Season

Q1 earnings season is creeping up on us, and considering the potential potholes ahead, we soon might be yearning for the boredom of the fourth quarter.

Traders Opting for Safe Havens and Cheap Insurance

A better safe than sorry attitude has resulted in a flight to bonds and defensive sectors, as well as higher option premiums.

Markets Fell Hard…But Look at the Bright Side

The markets took a beating on Thursday, and are mixed early Friday. All is not lost, and here are some bright spots for investors to focus in on

Gold Stocks Are Up 35%. Now What?

Gold stocks have surged from their December low, benefitting ETFs such as GDX. With strong gains already in the books, can the rally in miners continue?