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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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Dow 2012: The Studs and Duds

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Industrials were up 8.5% this year, but that’s only part of the story. Here's a look at some other very big winners -- and some disappointing losers.

Indicator Warning of a Mild Correction Ahead

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Stocks are likely to pull back before the uptrend resumes.

Expect a Bumpy Ride Between Now and New Year’s

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Traders beware, we are entering a period of historically high volatility.

How to Survive the QE Asset Bubble

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
At some point, the Fed is going to have to stop printing money -- if companies and their stocks can't stand on the power of earnings, the market will crater.

Real Estate in 2013: A More Selective Market

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
After 2012, a slow recovery is more likely than a sharp rebound. Investors should play close attention to developing trends and the companies that can benefit.

Nasdaq’s Death Cross Followed By… a Buy Signal?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Despite the bearish formation, the index held above resistance and even executed a short-term buy signal.

Homebuilders: The Easy Money’s Gone

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Homebuilders have delivered outstanding gains in 2012, but expectations are high and valuations are no longer cheap. Is it time to pull the plug?

How to Play Newly Fracking-Friendly Britain

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
England might have sparked a shale gas revolution there by giving a green light to fracking. Investors don't have many options, but you can start with these two stocks.

Cover All Shorts Before Santa Comes to Wall Street

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
With so many positives, it is likely that the year will close on a confident note.

A Nice Prop for Stocks in 2013: Buybacks

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Like 'em or not, repurchases will at least keep a floor under stocks. And lots of big companies still have billions of dollars in authorizations laying fallow.

Can 2012’s Best Stocks Repeat in 2013?

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Don't count on it. Spotting the leaders for next year means looking instead for names that are now beaten down.

Market Dodged Death Cross, but Not for Long

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
There is little doubt that a death cross will occur on the Nasdaq, which could result in a quick 5%-8% drop.

Will the Duds of 2012 Explode in 2013?

By Jeff Reeves
The worst-performing Dow stock in 2011 had a killer year in 2012. Could the same comeback story play out for other laggards?

This Sector Is Becoming Dangerously Weak

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The technology sector poses a serious threat to the broader market’s uptrend.

Gold In 2013: Things Look Just Right

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
I'll be frank: I'm not the biggest fan of gold, especially as a long-term investment. But the metal does look set to move higher in 2013 for three reasons.

6 Questions for Railroads in 2013

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The railroad sector boasts attractive valuations now and most stocks pay at least a nominal dividend. But If you’re contemplating a new position in these stocks, the economy and coal shipments.

‘Command Capitalism’ Is an Oxymoron — Even in China

By Ivan Martchev, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Chinese are between a rock and a hard place right now. Bottom fishers should only cast their lines in the largest of Chinese ADRs.

How Far Will the Market Fall If We Go Over the Fiscal Cliff?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
There appears to be enough support to hold a decline to 5%-8%.

2013 Energy Outlook: Oil, Gas Prices Expected to Ease

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
If a double-whammy of higher global production amid sluggish economic growth continues, oil prices won't see much action to the upside in 2013.
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