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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Another Sharp Rally May Precede a Retest

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Longer-term charts are broken, but a rally could take the S&P 500 to 1,240.

Could Tumblr Be the Next Facebook?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tumblr, one of social networking's newer sites, is posting big numbers that dwarf other big-timers.

Metals, Miners Mired Early Wednesday

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Spot gold trading in the mid-$1,820s and silver nearing $41 during early Wednesday trading; Goldcorp, Coeur D'Alene Mines hit hard.

Quick Pop May Reward Buyers

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The overall trend is down, but fast profits could be made in the short term.

Bear Flag Still Posing a Problem

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
We are not in a position to go short or long with any conviction.

3 Reasons Why Electric Cars Won’t Come to Garages Anytime Soon

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Despite the flashy new models, electric vehicle sales are badly in need of jumper cables. Here are three reasons why.

Can This Market Manage a Rally?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Yesterday’s technical reversal of the major U.S. indices may lead to one.

Why the Current Market is too Dangerous for Investors

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Only the quickest traders have a shot at making money in this environment.

Investing Theory Smackdown: Mark Cuban vs. John Bogle

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban sounds off against "buy and hold" and "asset allocation." So what does he recommend?

Gold Down Early with Busy Week Ahead

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Silver Standard Resources hammered by 8% in early Monday trading; trusts, mining ETFs and miners all broadly down.

Despite Tough Talk, Germany Eventually Will Back Down on Greek Debt

By Jeff Reeves
Another bailout will be painful in the short term, but in the long run, Germany can't afford the potential damage to the euro zone.

Economy Still in a Slow-Growth Situation

By Dan Wiener
Disappointing labor report is buffered by positive manufacturing and service economy reports.

What’s Lurking in This Market?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The high VIX indicates violent selling could occur if investors are hit with bad news. Here's what to look for.

Wait for Confirmation Before Placing Any Bets

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Charts show the market is at a critical juncture.

Gold Bubble or Platinum at a Bargain? Metric Shows Something Has to Give

By Jeff Reeves
The price ratio of platinum to gold indicates a big move is in the works. Either the gold bubble will burst before investors' eyes or platinum will go on a tear.

What in the World Should You Do About Gold?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
The gold bubble is a lingering field, so spread your wealth out between direct stocks and ETFs, and play it slow.

What to Buy, Avoid for the Rest of 2011

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
Beaten-down stocks and big names are solid plays for the final four months of the year.

The Investment World’s New Rock Star

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
This money-making phenom has seen a 25.3% return on his fund this year, and an average annual gain of 15% since 1991. Who is he?

Gold, Silver Up as Investors Soak in Obama, Bernanke Speeches

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Trusts, mining ETFs and silver mining shares were broadly down early Friday, with gold miners middling between small gains and losses.
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