Stock market news today, April 25, 2014: Good morning. Today could be a tough day for markets.
Violence in Ukraine has escalated, triggering concerns that Russia may invade the nation in the coming days. Following the killing of pro-Moscow rebels by Ukrainian soldiers, Russia has begun war games along the border.
The story had taken a back seat to the U.S. earnings calendar this week, but the threat of violence and increased geopolitical tension could buffer the markets' recent rally.
Aside from the conflict in Ukraine, here are the five stories you need to know in the stock market today to make your Friday profitable.
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