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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3M (MMM) Stock Pops After Reaching $12.5 Billion Settlement

3M (MMM) stock is getting a boost on Friday after the company reached a $12.5 billion settlement in its forever chemicals lawsuit.

Why Is Carmax (KMX) Stock Up 9% Today?

Carmax (KMX) stock is on the rise Friday following the release of the company's earnings report for its fiscal first quarter of 2024.

Virgin Galactic (SPCE) Stock Plummets on Stock Offering News

SPCE stock has dropped by 18% today as Virgin Galactic announced its intention to sell $400 million worth of stock.

AI Stock Price Prediction: Is C3.ai Really Worth $16?

C3.ai (AI) stock is on the move Friday after Deutsche Bank analyst Brad Zelnick slapped it with a $16 per share price prediction.

Why Is Virgin Galactic (SPCE) Stock Down 13% Today?

Virgin Galactic (SPCE) stock is falling on Friday after the company announced a $400 million stock sale agreement today.

LCID Stock Alert: Lucid Motors Just Hit a New 52-Week Low

Lucid's moves defy market logic, but they're backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, which led to a recent $3 billion capital raise.

Why Is Spark Networks (LOV) Stock Down 42% Today?

Spark Networks (LOV) stock is taking a beating on Friday with a forbearance period update and an upcoming delisting this month.

Why Is Castellum (CTM) Stock Up 64% Today?

Castellum (CTM) stock is surging higher on Friday with heavy trading despite a lack of news from the information technology company.

Why Is OncoSec Medical (ONCS) Stock Up 100% Today?

OncoSec Medical (ONCS) stock is taking off on Friday after the company received a delisting notice that it doesn't intend to appeal.

Today’s Biggest Pre-Market Stock Movers: 10 Top Gainers and Losers on Friday

It's time for a final dive into the biggest pre-market stock movers this week as we check out what's happening on Friday!

Dear CENN Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for Dec. 18

Cenntro Electric Group has 180 days to regain Nasdaq compliance. Here's why CENN stock may be able to reach $1 per share in time.

Is Founder Steve Burns Giving Up on Lordstown Motors (RIDE) Stock?

RIDE stock is well in the red today after a regulatory filing shows Lordstown Motors founder Steve Burns sold his entire holdings.

NRG Stock Alert: Elliott Takes Aim at NRG Energy Leadership

Activist investor Elliot is seeking a major shakeup at NRG Energy. NRG stock is popping on the implications of a refocused directive.

Should You Buy HOOD Stock as Robinhood Buys X1?

Robinhood is about to acquire fintech startup X1 to expand its credit card offerings. Here's what this move could mean for HOOD stock.

FSR Stock Could Be the Top Short Squeeze Stock Now

Fisker is in focus as the short interest in FSR stock (and the entire market) continue to attract investors' attention.

5 Investors Betting Big on Overstock (OSTK) Stock Now

OSTK stock is in focus as Overstock emerges as the winning bidder for Bed Bath & Beyond's intellectual property and digital assets.

Why Is Locafy (LCFY) Stock Down 6% Today?

With search engine optimization specialist Locafy requesting a Nasdaq listing determination, LCFY stock has bought some time.

Short Squeeze Alert: The 5 Most Shorted Stocks Right Now

Wondering what are the most shorted stocks this year? Here are the top five companies investors are betting against.

Why Is Sotera Health (SHC) Stock Up 20% Today?

Shares of SHC stock are surging higher today, as Sotera Health announced a settlement for ongoing claims against its subsidiary.