Why Bad News Makes the Stock Market Happy
For now, bad news is good for the stock market. Investors judged that the latest weak economic reports will make it more likely that the Fed will keep stimulating the economy
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Terrific Tuesday: Why the Dow Loves the 2nd Day of the Week
The Dow Jones industrial average has posted gains every Tuesday for the past 20 weeks, making it the longest winning streak for any day of the week since 1900.
Market Movers This Week: Wintry Earnings and iRadio Buzz
Among the things sure to move the market this week, a fast-growing mattress retailer will uncovering its financials and we'll get a raft of fiscal details from retailers.
After 3-Day Holiday Break, Wall Street Set for Gains
Stock futures were on the rise early Monday, as Wall Street looked set for gains following a three-day holiday weekend.
Stock Markets Jump as Banks Lead Dow, S&P to New Highs
U.S. stocks rallied to fresh highs on Tuesday as investors picked up large-cap companies' shares on the expectation that central bank stimulus will propel the rally further.
U.S. Stock Ownership Hits Another New Low, Gallup Reports
The U.S. stock market may have fully recovered from the Great Recession, but the percentage of Americans who own stocks is still dropping.
With 15,000 in the Bag, What's Next for the Dow?
Now that the Dow Jones industrial average has pushed past 15,000, what's next? Four market experts give their views.
S&P 500 Inches Up for New Record as Stocks Mostly Hold Steady
Bank of America led a rally in big-bank stocks in mostly quiet trading on Monday. Stock indexes ended little changed, though the S&P 500 rose 3 points and set another record.
As the Dow Breaks 15,000, Is It Too Late to Buy?
With the market setting records, it's natural to worry that stocks have gone up too far. But higher priced stocks may still be a good deal.
Alcoa's First-Quarter Profit Rises, Beats Wall Street Expectations
Alcoa kicked off earnings season Monday by reporting a larger first-quarter profit than expected, helped by strong demand for aluminum used to make airplanes and automobiles.
Stocks Weaken After Manufacturing Growth Slows
Stocks were slipping on Wall Street Monday morning after an industry group reported that U.S. manufacturing growth cooled in March and was weaker than economists had forecast.
Will a 'Sell in May' Plunge Come Early This Year?
With stock indexes at record highs, even investors who've avoided the market since 2008 are returning. But the adage says, "Sell in May and go away." Is now a bad time to buy?
S&P 500 Hits Record High, Beating 2007 Mark
For the second time in less than a month, the stock market marched past another milepost on its long, turbulent journey back from the Great Recession.
S&P 500's New High: How'd We Get Here?
Three weeks after the Dow Jones industrial average blew past its all-time high, the broader Standard & Poor's 500 index joined it in the history books.
S&P 500 Closes at a Record High, Beating '07 Mark
The S&P rose six points to 1,569, a gain of 0.4 percent, beating its previous record by four points. The index is still shy of its all-time trading high of 1,576.
Despite Stock Surge, Money Still Flowing Into Bonds
When the Dow started setting records, investors were expected to show their confidence by leaving the safety of bonds and sinking their money into stocks. It hasn't happened.
10 Stocks That Missed the Four-Year Bull Market
In the past four years, the stock market posted some of its most impressive gains ever as it bounced back from the financial crisis. But not every stock made it to the party.
The Dow Broke a Record: Here's What History Says Comes Next
It's impossible to predict how the Dow Jones industrial Average will move next. But we can look at the previous times the Dow hit record highs to see what followed.
Why an S&P 500 Record Will Mean More to You Than the Dow's Highs
The Dow has been setting records for the past two weeks, so why should you care if the S&P 500 follows? Because the S&P 500 says much more about the U.S. economy. Here's why:
U.S. Stocks Keep Rising as S&P 500 Nears Record High
Encouraging news from the job market pushed the stock market up early Thursday, putting the Standard & Poor's 500 index near its all-time high. The S&P 500 rose seven points to 1,561 -- just four points away from the high it hit in October 2007 -- before retreating marginally after 10 a.m.
5 Moves to Make Before the Stock Market Rally Ends
With the Dow Jones industrial average soaring to new all-time highs, investors are enjoying the new-found prosperity reflected in their brokerage statements. But it you want to keep those paper profits, now's the time to start making some tough decisions.
10 Reasons Why You're Not Feeling Better About the Economy
The Dow is cruising at new highs, 236,000 jobs were created in February, consumer confidence is up, and Americans are feeling secure enough to take on new debt again. But if you're feeling somehow left out of the party, you aren't crazy. Things are still far from golden.
5 Surprising Stocks Hitting New Lows
The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a new all-time high last week, but not every stock went along for the ride. In fact, a whopping 221 stocks hit fresh 52-week lows on the NYSE and Nasdaq exchanges. Let's go over some of the surprising names on the list of underachievers.
5 Things to Watch on Wall Street This Week
From Costco checking in with its latest financials to a highly anticipated video game that could breathe life into the moribund gaming industry, there will be plenty of news breaking in the coming days. Here are some of the items that will shape the week ahead on Wall Street.
U.S. Stock Futures Fall After Run of Dow Records
Wall Street stock futures are signaling a declining Dow after six straight days of gains that pushed the index to a series of all-time highs.
2 Dow Records in a Row, and Futures Are Heading Higher
U.S. stock futures are heading higher for the third straight day with a raft of economic indicators on tap, ranging from jobs and consumer debt, to productivity and international trade.
Skepticism Surrounds Big Days on Wall Street
The past 36 hours should have been a moment of unbridled celebration for cheerleaders of American capitalism, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average had two successive record-breaking closes, and Hugo Chávez died after a two-year illness.
Stocks Close Even Higher Following Dow's Record Day
After barreling through a record the day before, the Dow Jones industrial average meandered higher on Wednesday. The DJIA edged up 42.47 points to close at 14,296.24. An encouraging job-market report helped nudge the stock market up and pushed bond prices lower. The question now is, how much longer can it keep climbing?
Dow Closes at New All-Time High of 14,253, Beating 2007 Record
The Dow is closing at a record, beating the previous high it set in October 2007, before the financial crisis and the Great Recession. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 126 points, or 1 percent, to 14,253 Tuesday, beating its previous record by 89 points.
World Stocks Surge; Dow Breaks All-Time High
World stock markets rose Tuesday as investors applauded China's pledge to stick to economic growth targets for its economy, the world's second largest. Outgoing Premier Wen Jiabao said the government would spend what it needs to meet the target of 7.5 percent enshrined in the latest five-year development plan.