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 Greatest Opportunity to Make Money in Stocks in Decades

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The worrywarts were out in droves again Monday, but investors should ignore them.

Have Stocks Gone Too High?

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
The market continues to move higher, and while some pundits and experts suggest a big hit on the way, those with quality stocks have a nice buffer

Will This Be a December to Remember for Stocks?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
The "Santa Claus Rally" has been one of the most reliable seasonal trends of the past 30 years. Will Santa Claus pay the stock market another visit in 2013?

Don’t Buy Into the ‘Market Bubble’ Talk

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
For seven weeks, stocks have risen on slightly increased volume and gradually increasing breadth.

The Great Rotation Out of Bonds

By Bryan Perry
The economy will eventually begin to show steady growth and bonds will go back to historical yield levels. I believe the process has already started.

Bonds Look Steady…At Least for Now

By Richard Band
Despite some of the gloom and doom, economic indicators suggest the bond market is still in very good shape, at least for now.

3 Problems With Dow 16,000

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Dow 16,000 is finally upon us, but I recommend that investors take this new Dow Jones milestone with an extra-large spoonful of skepticism.

Small- and Mid-Cap Stocks Outshine the Dow

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The Dow's first close over 16,000 may have grabbed headlines, but other indices made bigger gains.

Giving Thanks to the Fed and QE

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
All the signs point to continued market strength, and we should give thanks at this time to the Fed and its QE policy

5 Reasons NOT to Own Housing Stocks in 2014

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
After a blistering 18-month performance, housing stocks have weakened and look to continue underperforming. Here are five reasons to avoid them in 2014.

Market’s Warning Signs Are There…So Take Heed

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
The market's are throwing off some signs of possible trouble ahead: keep an eye on the signs and be prepared to act

What Bernanke’s Latest Comments Mean for the Market

By John Jagerson, Editor, Strategic Trader
Ben Bernanke and the Federal Reserve continue to be concerned about making sure the market knows that even if QE is reduced, low interest rates or ZIRP will continue.

Don’t Sweat a Little Consolidation

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
On Wednesday, stocks fell almost immediately following the release of the minutes of the Federal Reserve's October meeting. Although the minutes were similar to those…

Insider Trading: The Case That Could Change It All

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
Determining when company insiders are breaking SEC rules around stock transactions is not always easy. In fact, there's almost no inconspicuous time to conduct insider trading.

2013 Is Likely to End With a Strong Rally

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
With the exception of highly extended stocks, investors should remain long.

What Lies Ahead For the Markets?

By Bryan Perry
The news in the markets is really all about when and how much the Fed's taper will begin, and here's my view on the situation

What Happens to Stocks When Disaster Strikes?

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
What happens to stocks when disaster strikes? Eventually it comes back, evidenced by its performance over these historical moments in time.

Icahn Sell-off Reminds Traders of an Important Lesson

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
We got a brief demonstration of how quickly losses can occur when chasing high-P/E stocks.

It’s Not Too Late to Buy Red-Hot Industrials

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Industrials have surged to market-beating gains in 2013, led by the defense, aerospace and transportation sectors, and the outperformance could continue.
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