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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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4 Ways to Invest in What You Know for 2013

By Richard Band
We didn't fall off the fiscal cliff, but Congress still has plenty to decide in the coming months. Use these guidelines instead of trying to predict the future.

Don’t Get Caught Chasing the Crowd

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Buy on small corrections using limit orders rather than at the market.

Can the Bulls Keep the Rally Going?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The pressure is on to support the current rally with higher volume and breadth.

Spinoff Mania Is Winding Down (And Good Riddance!)

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Sooner rather than later, investors will wake up to the reality of the spinoff boom: These deals aren't all "unlocking value."

Will It Pay to Be a Contrarian in January?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
In January 2012, it paid to buy the previous year’s winners and bet against the losers. Can this contrarian trade work again in 2013?

3 Deadly Signals for the Nasdaq

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
A bearish horn, MACD sell signal and death cross all spell trouble for the index.

An East Coast Port Strike: Uh-Oh

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
If it happens, the impact would be widespread -- and severe -- hitting not just shipping and freight-handling companies but retailers and manufacturers as well.

Unless You’re Quick, Stay Out of This Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Volatility is high and traders can take advantage of the daily extremes to make fast money.

7 Biggest M&A Deals of 2012

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Another slow year for deals, but it ended with a bang: Fourth quarter was the hottest period since 3Q 2008. So, there's hope for better in 2013.

10 Events That Shaped Financial Markets in 2012

By Traders Reserve
Events from the past year will help to shape what happens in 2013, and here's a list of what might be good for investors in the upcoming year

All Major Indices Holding Above Support Except One

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The Nasdaq confirmed a death cross and issued a sell signal.

Shinzo Abe’s Kamikaze Politics

By Ivan Martchev, InvestorPlace Contributor
The new prime minister promises to reflate the economy to end Japan's stagnation. Too bad that will only add to Tokyo's crushing debt burden.

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?
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