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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Old Fuel Source Lighting Way for Long-Term Energy Investors

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
If new sources of energy aren’t enough to power the world, we’ll have to invest in companies’ technological advancements that make better use of the old ones.

Which Index Will Be the First to Break Out?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
As long as the banks don’t tank, the Nasdaq is in the clear.

Your Magic Formula for Success In 2012

By Richard Band
The debate over where the market is heading is filled with persuasive pessimists and positive points. We sum them up and give you the steps to succeed in 2012.

The Leaders of January’s Jump Give Bulls Comfort

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Defensive names lagged while sectors associated with global growth led the way. Optimism trumped pessimism -- and confidence is key when it comes to stocks.

Small-Cap Stocks Suggest Rally is Real

By Michael A. Gayed
Small-cap stocks, which have much higher sensitivity to market movement, are a great way to gauge investor confidence. And confidence looks high.

The Bigger the January, the Better the Year

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The 'January Effect' isn't just a flat theory -- it works on scale. And if history serves us right, 2012's hot January bodes extremely well for the year ahead.

Will It Pay to Get Aggressive Today?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Taking long positions now may be rewarded, but the market is extremely overbought.

Wait for the Right Time to Grab This Bull

By Richard Band
It’s difficult to pinpoint when investors should start investing aggressively again, but here are several things that will determine when this day arrives.

Coach Tells Us Rich Folks Are Spending

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
A look at Coach's latest earnings shows people are willing to spend on the high end -- but investors should keep growth AND value in mind when stock shopping

Don’t Be Fooled by Golden Cross Hype

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The financial media is touting the pattern, but they’re missing part of the story.

Trains Puffing Bullish Smoke Signals

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
A look at railroad stocks' recent earnings not only make trains look like a good investment, but shine an optimistic light on another sector, too.

7 Ways Inflation Will Hit Americans in 2012

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Despite claims that inflation is easing, consumers know that prices are climbing. From beef to toothpaste, here are seven examples.

Where Traders Should Take Their Next Positions

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The first lines of support should be used to buy stocks in the most volatile sectors for a bounce that could break to new highs.

Stat of the Week: 2.8% Q4 GDP Growth

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
It's the fastest growth rate in 18 months, but it's just below economists' estimates of 3%, mostly because of reduced government spending.

Earnings Season Has Become Meaningless

By James Mack, InvestorPlace Contributor
Earnings no longer give an accurate and clear report of a company's condition, which hurts both companies and their investors.

Stocks Galloping Ahead of Own Earnings Pace

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The S&P 500 is off to a hot start -- even though earnings data has been mostly underwhelming and forecasts are being trimmed at a high rate.

How Worried Should Investors be About Market’s Reversal?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Dow failed at its first attempt to break through resistance.

Central Banks Join the Gold-Buying Binge

By BullionVault
But for central banks to get back to their 1980s' average would require a 15-fold increase in gold's value, and private buyers are far more voracious.

GDP Is Disappointing, but Doesn’t Spell Certain Doom

By Jeff Reeves
Weak growth is better than none. But don't get hung up on the report. Some companies will do well in 2012 whatever GDP is.
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