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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The World is Ending and Stocks are Plunging (Again)

Panic in the market is spreading due to the major drop in the Dow, but let us not forget even amid the turmoil, corporate earnings are soaring.

Precious Metals Steady Early Friday in Wake of Sharp Sell-Off

After dropping almost $40 per ounce, gold recovers and stabilized early Friday. Gold and silver mining ETFs, silver miners traded with volatility.

Looking for a Safe Haven? Try Canada

While the U.S. continues to stumble in economic instability, the Canadian economy has plenty going for it. See why investors searching for security should look north.

The Mood in Europe Is Even Gloomier Than in the U.S.

While the U.S. has put a Band-Aid on the debt crisis for now, there is still a lot of concern in Europe about the European debt crisis.

It’s Simple: No Rally Until We See More Jobs

Whether you believe in the charts or the fundamentals of the job market, the reality is that the market won't improve significantly until unemployment does.

5 Reasons Why Gold Needs a Reality Check

The gold market can be played smartly, but the rampant rise in gold prices has bred these foolish and cost-inefficient "investments."

Metals Higher, Miners Lower Before July Employment Report

Gold trusts make gains, but miners NovaGold, Coeur D'Alene and Pan American hit hard early Thursday.

Lessons to Be Learned From George Soros

The money managing maven is making his exit from the business, but he leaves behind 42 years of innovative, sound and occasionally aggressive investing strategy.

The Ugliest Charts in 2 1/2 Years

A near-term rally is possible, but the charts are more broken now than they have been in years.

The Sequel to Borders: 3 Other Publicly Traded Stocks Risking Bankruptcy

As I discuss on Fox Business in a live broadcast that aired August 2, 2011, the three stocks that could face bankruptcy in the next year or so are Rite Aid (NYSE:RAD), Pulte Homes (NYSE:PHM) and Zale (NYSE:ZLC).

Gold Surges Higher Overnight as World Economies Show Weakness

Gold reaches $1,670 per ounce in Hong Kong trading as problems continue to mount across U.S., world economies.

Another Slap in the Face for Airline Passengers

When government let taxes on flights lapse July 22, few passengers knew -- because many airlines kept prices level and pocketed cash to a tune of about $29 million per day.

Below 12,000, Dow at a Dangerous Crossroads

A psychological barrier -- the Dow 12,000 mark -- was broken Tuesday, but the actual floor might be much, much lower.

Why Investors May Want to Expect the Unexpected Rally

Investors may just buy the market for a little lift on news of a debt downgrade.

Wait to Buy After a Rally

A reflex rally will most likely occur this week, followed by a final low and outstanding bargains.

Your 3-Step Survival Guide for the Market Meltdown

Markets were ugly Tuesday and just barely closed in the green Wednesday, but what does the future hold for stocks? Sadly, more of the same. So, here are three steps to prepare your portfolio.

Gold Sets Intraday High, Silver Miners Surge for Second Day

Gold reaches $1,642 per ounce after personal income, consumer spending reports fail to meet expectations; silver miners perform well.

How High Could a Rally Take Us?

Any potential relief rally over the next few weeks is likely to be contained.

One Sector You May Be Able to Count On

These two positive chart developments say the outlook for retail appears bright.