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.

Top Stories

Market News

SQ Stock Falls as Bitcoin Weighs on Block

Rising Bitcoin prices in July and Block's cutting new investment should mean higher profits for SQ stock in the second half of 2022.

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

Good morning! We're starting off the last day of trading this week with a breakdown of the biggest pre-market stock movers for Friday!

Mortgage Rates Are Falling. Does That Mean a Housing Market Crash Is Off the Table?

Mortgage rates fell to below 5% for the first time since April. What does this tell us about a potential housing market crash?

ZFOX Stock Off to a Roaring Start as Cybersecurity Player ZeroFox Hits the Nasdaq

Cybersecurity company ZeroFox came public this morning through a SPAC deal. ZFOX stock is seeing an immediate upswing.

TSLA Stock Shareholder Proposals Elicit Controversy Ahead of Annual Meeting

The Tesla shareholder meeting or Cyber Roundup kicks off soon. Here's what TSLA stock investors should be watching closely for.

Does Lucid’s Miss Mean Rivian (RIVN) Stock Is Doomed?

RIVN stock investors are worried after Lucid posted unimpressive Q2 earnings. However, Rivian is superior to Lucid in many aspects.

Baillie Gifford Just Doubled Down on Affirm (AFRM) Stock

Today, Baillie Gifford disclosed purchasing an additional 6.83 million shares of AFRM stock. Affirm will report earnings on Aug. 25.

OPEN Stock: 3 Key Things to Watch When Opendoor Reports Earnings

All eyes are on OPEN stock. The company is set to report Q2 earnings after the bell and is also facing a $62 million fine from the FTC.

Why Are EV Stocks WKHS, NKLA, FSR, PSNY Up Today?

Today, investors in a rather wide array of speculative EV stocks are getting rewarded by broad-based positive headline news.

Solana Hack Affecting Thousands of Users Traced Back to Slope Wallet

A Solana hack earlier this week had investors scratching their heads. Solana developers say the problem lies with Slope crypto wallets.

Flow Price Predictions: Where Will Instagram Partnership Take the FLOW Crypto?

Today, investors in the Flow crypto are checking out Flow price predictions following a 30% increase in this coin's value.

Why Is Lordstown Motors (RIDE) Stock Up Today?

While Lordstown Motors delivered its first quarterly profit in Q2, RIDE stock faces significant industry-specific challenges.

Crocs (CROX) Stock Plummets Despite Record Revenue

Although footwear maker Crocs delivered a strong Q2 earnings beat, CROX stock fell sharply on a full-year guidance downgrade.

WMT Stock Alert: What to Know as Walmart Lays Off Hundreds of Staff

Walmart recently announced it would be laying off hundreds of corporate roles from its balance sheet. WMT stock is down on the news.

Is Red-Hot AMTD Digital (HKD) Stock Really a Meme?

AMTD Digital has shot to incredible heights this week but r/WallStreetBets isn't responsible. Here's why HKD stock is already falling again.

What Is Going on With InVivo Therapeutics (NVIV) Stock Today?

InVivo Therapeutics (NVIV) stock is rocketing higher on Thursday despite a lack of news concerning the biotechnology company.

Will Earnings Help AMC Stock Squeeze Higher?

AMC will report earnings after the market close. Analysts are expecting revenue of $1.18 and an EPS loss of 19 cents.

HOOD Stock: Is Robinhood Following the SEC’s Short-Selling Rules?

Robinhood (HOOD) stock is in the spotlight today as investors react to news of a probe from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

LCID Stock Plunges as Lucid Slashes EV Production Targets

LCID stock is in the red after reporting Q2 earnings. The company lowered its 2022 production guidance to between 6,000 and 7,000 vehicles.