The Dow Jones added 300 points out the gate this morning as governors draw closer to carrying out plans to reopening their economies.
The uptick comes despite growing unemployment numbers, which we cover below.
Plus: the latest coronavirus numbers and a surge in stationary bike sales moving the Dow today.
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Stocks fell to close the week after Amazon and Apple's earnings reports yesterday.
With most of the economy closed, there's not a lot of optimism among investors that next week's earnings reports will be able to drive the market higher.
And to add to that, there are rumblings that the U.S. may impose more tariffs on China.
The Dow fell 622 points, or about 2.5% to close the day.
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The Dow Jones today will gain as the market prices in 100% odds of a September Fed rate cut.
Investors are preparing for a date with the Federal Reserve in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
The U.S. central bank will kick off its annual seminar today.
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average is retreating as U.S.-China trade relations remain uncertain.
Despite their recent truce, the countries are yet to reach a comprehensive deal.
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You probably remember experiencing the famous "Blue Light Special" if you've ever shopped at a Kmart.
That's when you'd hear an announcement about a 15-minute discount on a product and see the flashing blue light come on in an aisle – then, a flurry of shoppers trying to get their hands on the discounted product.
Kmart may be history, but the "Blue Light Special" idea is alive and well in the stock market.
And Tom's calling a "Blue Light Special" on these moneymaking stocks right now...
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The Dow Jones today rose 100 points higher in pre-market trading after news broke that North Korea is willing to hold talks on denuclearization.
After decades of pushing for nuclear armament, the Kim Jong-un told the South Korean government that it is willing to discuss scaling down and possibly disassembling its nuclear program.
However, we'll believe it when we see it.
It's still a good idea to protect your money from North Korea's nuclear threat...
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The Dow Jones today is already down 100 points in pre-market hours as the retail ice age rears its head again…
Fortunately, the retail ice age is creating a profit opportunity for savvy investors.
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Amazon's acquisitions in 2017 helped the online retail giant net $1.3 billion in Q3 2017 alone from Whole Foods.
In 2018, the company may be eyeing even bigger targets to purchase.
Here are the three companies Amazon could buy, as well as how to profit from Amazon for under $40...
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The Dow Jones today is projecting a 14-point drop in pre-market trading, but we still know some of the best investing opportunities others are missing…
Stocks are flat today as investors appear prepared to take some profits off the table after a two-day rally.
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In Dow Jones news today, stock prices were mostly flat as investors worry about the health of the retail sector.
Sears announced it will close another 20 stores, and investors are also wondering if other retail stores can survive increased competition from Amazon.
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