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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QE3 Odds Improve After Fed Minutes, But …

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
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?

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
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

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Richard Band
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

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By InvestorPlace Staff
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’

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
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

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
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?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
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?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
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!

By Chris Johnson, CEO, Johnson Research Group
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?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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.

This Market Upturn Is on Thin Ice

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The Dow just missed a five-year high, but a narrow trading range is making this advance difficult to trust. Stay on the sidelines and keep tight stops.

Traders: Stop Freaking Out and Just Start Doing Nothing

By Jeff Reeves
Investors need to calm down and look at the facts -- it's awfully hard to beat the market.

The Bond Bull Isn’t Done Chargin’

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
This week's bond market sell-off turned heads, but it's merely a gust against the prevailing downward winds.

China’s Corporate Earnings Smell Like Trouble

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Economic news out of the world's No. 2 economy isn't painting a reassuring picture -- and neither are the country's corporate earnings.

With VIX This Low, What You Need to Know

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Is the current sub-16 VIX saying it's "time to go"? A closer look at some recent history says, not necessarily. But the caution flag is clearly waving.
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