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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How Long Will the S&P 500 Last Above 1700?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
As the negative divergences between market internals and momentum grow, the risk of a mean-reversion move lower for the S&P 500 is rising by the day.

Bernanke Says What Everyone Needed to Hear

By Bryan Perry
Bernanke's staying the course with bond purchasing for now -- and that could be enough to keep the markets ticking along. Here's why.

The Bears Get a Few Minutes Out of the Cage

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Wall Street fought off the S&P 500's attempts to claim the 1700 mark and left a bearish candle behind; meanwhile, several data reports loom. Start tightening the ship.

Don’t Fret About Weak Trading Volume

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Trading volume, while weak, hasn't been an accurate predictor of broader-market direction in recent years.

Are Miners Selling Themselves to Death?

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Mining stocks Rio Tinto, BHP Billiton and Glencore all have been selling off assets to trim their debts, but they might be sacrificing their futures.

The Best Thing to Do Today Is Probably Nothing

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Considering what's at stake, I suggest remaining on the sidelines.

The Good News About Lazy, Entitled Millennials

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Like it or not, my generation will grow up and take the reins of this economy. You're welcome.

Europe’s Baby Bust Drying Up Demand

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Yes, low fertility rates will hurt Europe's work force and tax bases ... but what's often forgotten in the demographics conversation is the consumer base.

Forget the Broader Market, Check Out These Stocks

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Monday's action was lackluster, but these three popular names have intriguing charts

Merger Monday: Another Win for Healthcare Stocks

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Omnicom and Saks made M&A ripples, but Elan's $6.7B sale to Perrigo fortifies the case for more deals in the healthcare sector.

Gold Miners: The Men Are Being Separated From the Boys

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
With gold trading above $1,300, miners have the chance to be profitable again ... but only if they excel at cost containment.

Only a Break of This Level Would Favor the Bears

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Traders should stay the trend until a clearly visible bearish reversal appears.

Market’s Summer Romance May Come to a Swift End

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
It's hard to say when and where it will come from, but risk happens fast.

How High Will AAPL Go From Here?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple led the technology sector, gapping up through an important confluence zone.

The S&P 500 Implodes, Right on Cue

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
1700 served as both a market pundit target for the S&P 500, as well as a big psychological mark, so it's no surprise the index tripped up just shy. It's also no reason to panic.

FDA Move Won’t Kill Tobacco Stocks, but…

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Menthol cigarettes are in the cross-hairs, and tobacco stocks are down in response. Let's look at the landscape.

Coal Stocks Are Back

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Things were looking grim for coal stocks until natural gas prices picked up. Now, after BTU's surprise earnings beat, coal stocks could get hot again.

Consider Closing Long Positions if This Happens

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
While not all-out bearish yet, I will likely exit my longs when volatility picks up.

Offshore Field of Dreams: Israel’s ‘Gassy’ Opportunity

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors usually associate Israel with its technology, but recent developments in offshore drilling could make energy a big part of the country's future.
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