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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Forget ‘Earnings’ — Declining Revenue and Dividends the Real Story in Q3

The biggest concern for investors should be the individual companies they own. And right now, it’s important to look at these two factors above all else.

Gloom Settles Over Wall Street

The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis put a damper on QE3 optimism; meanwhile, world stocks hang on a precipice.

These 4 Charts Show the Ugly State of Global Manufacturing

PMI reports are important not just for manufacturing stocks, but as a gauge of broader economic strength. And based on recent ones, things are looking pretty weak.

Gold: A Breakout — or a Fakeout?

Both the fundamentals and the technicals on gold seem to be saying it looks more like the real thing is at hand.

Wall Street Should Get a September to Forget

Weak volume, poor breadth, a number of negative divergences and a lack of interest in the Fed's hints at QE3 signal that the turn down has begun.

QE3 Odds Improve After Fed Minutes, But …

The Fed's minutes will have investors looking to Jackson Hole for more QE3 clarity, but improved prospects or not, they shouldn't get too excited. Here's why.

Trading Volume May Be Low, But Who Cares?

Trading volume on the New York Stock Exchange is near a five-year low, but for mom-and-pop investors it doesn't really matter. Here's why.

Muni Investors, Watch These Vital Signs

The muni bond market has been immune to adverse news so far this summer. Are investors ignoring the risks? These charts will be early warnings.

Cracked Wood in Market Resistance Zone Spells Trouble

Markets may be getting ahead of themselves at this point, and savvy investors may want to revisit some portfolio names that have run up, including these pharmas

We’re All Euro Traders Now

Since late July, almost all major asset classes have moved in lockstep in response to cues from the euro. What does this tell us about the outlook for stocks?

Scottrade Apparently Helping to Rescue Knight Capital

Brokers like TD Ameritrade and apparently Scottrade are bailing out Knight Capital after the debacle that hurt some of their clients.

Dow Smacked With the ‘Kiss of Death’

A rare "key reversal day" for Dow Jones and reversal day for S&P 500 are clear signs that the market winds are turning bearish. Investors: Start packing.

Sun Is About to Set on Summer’s Rally

Policy moves and a historically bad month are set to hit stocks. Regarding the first, share prices have already built in anything the Fed, ECB might do next.

Could Surcharges Stunt Credit Card Companies’ Success?

A poll shows that new credit card surcharges could drive consumers away from using plastic, but there's a lot of "ifs" to deal with.

Stocks Need a Little Help From the Headlines

The market's current triple top is anything but usual. If we're going to see some more upward momentum, we need positive news.

Which Sectors Should Outperform for the Rest of the Year?

September kicks off a volatile period, creating opportunities for traders and investors. Find out what sectors are the most likely to outperform the market.

Don’t Label August a Winner Yet!

August's 3% gain is a pleasant change from the month's historical woes, but seasonality and a low VIX are signals that you should seek portfolio insurance now.

Can Retail’s Rally Keep It Up?

The retail sector's strong second quarter, along with some promising economic data, are promising signs. But they shouldn't be overstated.

7 Things Future Generations Won’t Do

Tomorrow's generation is going to be a whole lot different than today's. That means companies will have to adapt to keep up -- or die.