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DJIA Index Falls 200 Points to End Q1 in the Red

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The DJIA Index plunged 200 points Tuesday. The cause? Energy stocks drove the market downward as Iranian nuclear deal talks weigh down oil prices.

The markets pared gains from Monday's massive rally. Basic materials stocks including Dow Chemical Co. (NYSE: DOW) were the biggest decliners Tuesday.

Here are more top stories from today, plus our new profit tip for investors...

Natural Gas Futures News Today: Prices Up, Time to Profit

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Natural Gas Futures News: Natural gas prices moved higher today despite bearish speculation regarding weather and increased supply.

Prices are expected to gain more momentum this year as the sector undergoes three "super shifts."

Here's everything you need to know about where futures are headed - and how to profit from their rebound...

As GoDaddy IPO Date Approaches, Here Are Your Biggest Questions Answered

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The GoDaddy IPO date is Wednesday, April 1, when "GDDY" stock will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange.

And because the GoDaddy IPO will be the most talked-about IPO of 2015 so far, we've answered the biggest questions that investors are asking now.

Here's everything investors need to know about GDDY stock's debut...

Does the INTC Dividend Make Intel Stock a Buy? 

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Intel Corp. (Nasdaq: INTC) has pioneered the semiconductor industry for more than 46 years – but it's also made tech into a dividend-friendly sector.

The INTC dividend has rewarded investors for 23 years. But is it worth buying INTC stock?

Here's everything you need to know about where the tech titan is headed...

Will IBM Stock Rebound on New $3 Billion Internet of Things (IoT) Initiative?

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When will IBM stock rebound? And how? Through cloud? Big Data? Mobile? Security?

Well, the IBM stock price is unmoved by a new Internet of Things initiative announced today (Tuesday). But it could represent something much bigger for IBM that could aid what's been a painful turnaround.

Here's what the IoT development means for IBM stock...

Top 10 Penny Stocks for Q2: Leader Is Up 157% in 2015

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This new list of the top 10 penny stocks to buy now includes some of the hottest tech, pharma, and high-yield investments to buy today.

When done correctly, penny stock investing can indeed be lucrative. But it can also be risky. That's why it's important to be prudent with any penny stock investment. And, limit orders are a must.

Now here are the top 10 penny stocks worth a look now.

S&P Futures Today Retreat on Regional Fed President Discussions

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S&P futures today (Tuesday) forecasted a 9-point drop from yesterday's S&P close. Dow futures followed a similar path.

S&P futures today are moving in anticipation of January's Case-Shiller housing index numbers as well as chatter about a potential hike to interest rates. Today features three presentations from Federal Reserve presidents.

Here are some of today's pre-market movers, as well as what else you should know about the stock market today - including your "Money Morning Tip of the Day..."

How to Profit from the Best MSCI Emerging Markets Index Countries

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The MSCI Emerging Markets Index countries are off to a hot start this year.

But for investors looking to get a piece of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, the better option is not the obvious one. The tracking ETF for the market benchmark is flat this year, while the actual index is up almost 12%.

Here's a better way to play emerging markets...

Google (Nasdaq: GOOG, GOOGL) Laughs Off Media with These Adorable Baby GIFs

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Google Inc. (Nasdaq: GOOG, GOOGL) has been making headlines lately for its creative responses to the media. The tech giant has everyone in stitches.

Except for The Wall Street Journal and The Daily Dot, that is.

Here's the hilarious way Google's been handling the media's latest hoopla.

Healthcare Deals and Energy Stocks Boost DJIA Today

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The DJIA today soared 263 points, bringing 18,000 back into the Dow's line of sight again. The cause for the surge? Several key deals in the healthcare sector plus big gains for energy stocks.

The S&P 500 energy sector jumped more than 1.8% on the day. Today's most active energy stocks were Exxon Mobil (NYSE: XOM), up 2.45%; and Chevron (NYSE: CVX), up 2.51%.

Here are the day's top stories plus our new profit tip for investors...