Stocks have struggled to rally in recent weeks, but that hasn't stopped the IPO market from offering investors the chance to leave reason behind.
Last week, two particular deals demonstrated that while the overall market is expensive, pockets of it are undeniably in a bubble.
Here's what you should know about the IPOs and the week...
Stocks have struggled to rally in recent weeks, but that hasn't stopped the IPO market from offering investors the chance to leave reason behind.
Last week, two particular deals demonstrated that while the overall market is expensive, pockets of it are undeniably in a bubble.
Here's what you should know about the IPOs and the week...
Here's what you should know about the IPOs and the week...
The DJIA Index surged 267 points Friday as a strong jobs report suggests the U.S. economy is gaining steam. The U.S. Labor Department said the economy added 228,000 jobs and the unemployment rate hit 5.4% in April.
The news could press the U.S. Federal Reserve to provide a clearer timeline for when it will raise interest rates.
Here are the biggest stories from the stock market today, plus top stocks to watch…
The DJIA index dipped 104 points Tuesday. Why the decline? Expectations for a faster rate increase by the Federal Reserve outweighed improving economic data.
New home sales hit a seven-year high in February, a sign of surging demand in the housing market. Existing home sales were also up 1.2% in February despite bad weather.
Here are the day's top market stories - plus our new profit tip for investors...
Good Morning!Futures for the stock market today forecasted an 85-point decrease for the Dow Jones from yesterday's close.
What to Watch Today: Later this afternoon, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen will announce the central bank's interest rate decision at 2:30 p.m. Although the FOMC is not expected to increase interest rates, the markets will be looking for clues from Yellen's press conference on a timeline for changes in monetary policy.
The DJIA today surged 259 points, gaining back most of Tuesday's losses. Nine of the S&P 500's 10 indices were on the rise this afternoon, with the energy sector the lone decliner.
The S&P 500 Volatility Index (VIX), the market's fear gauge, fell 8.7% on the day.
Here are the day's top market stories - plus our new profit tip for investors...
U.S. stock futures for Wednesday, Feb. 18 were down 20 points from yesterday's close as investors seek clarity on the Greek debt situation.
This morning, investors will be looking ahead to this afternoon, when the Federal Reserve will release minutes from its January meeting. The focus will center on whether the FOMC has changed any language of its policy statements to hint a sooner-than-expected interest-rate increase.
Dow futures today were flat this morning compared to the Dow close on Friday.
This morning the DJIA will be keeping an eye on events in Europe, as geopolitical concerns threaten a sustained rally for equities markets.
The S&P 500 and other major benchmarks soared today on news the European Central Bank has launched a massive bond-purchasing program.
The ECB's stimulus package will clock in at 60 billion euros a month, up from the 50 billion euros a month many had anticipated. The bank also said it will keep interest rates unchanged.
Here are the other top stories from the stock market today…
U.S. stock futures for Thursday, Jan. 22, forecasted a 70-point increase from yesterday's close.
This morning, investors jumped on an announcement by Mario Draghi and the European Central Bank (ECB) of a massive bond-purchasing program to help kick-start the struggling continent's economy to the tune of 60 billion euros a month.
The Dow Jones today rose 39 points ahead of tomorrow's critical announcement by the European Central Bank on its stimulus plans. But the Dow's gains were capped by a decline in International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE: IBM) stock.
The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), the market's fear gauge, slipped 5% on the day.
Here's a look at the top stories from today's trading session...
The Dow Jones today yo-yoed up and down, falling triple digits before rallying late in the afternoon to end just above even for the day.
Concerns about global growth and falling energy prices offset hopes of pending stimulus action by the European Central Bank and gains in the technology sector.
Here are the top stories from today's trading session...
Good Morning! Stock market futures today (Tuesday) forecast a 90-point increase for the Dow Jones from Friday's close.
What to Watch Today: Investors will watch Wall Street earnings reports and investor confidence ahead of a major meeting by members of the European Central Bank later this week. Investors will also keep a close eye on tonight's State of the Union Address.
The Dow Jones and the S&P 500 both reversed course after five consecutive losing sessions. The Dow added 190 points as optimism on rising consumer confidence offset worries about the meltdown happening in the Forex markets over Switzerland's surprise currency announcement yesterday.
The VIX, the market's fear gauge, slipped 6.4% on the day.
Here's a look at the top stories from today's trading session...
The DJIA and the S&P 500 both declined for the fifth consecutive trading session Thursday, while one of the most shocking currency decisions in recent history hammered global equity markets.
The Swiss National Bank abandoned its current economic policy that prevents the euro/Swiss franc exchange rate from falling below 1.20. The Swiss franc surged as much as 39% against the euro and U.S. dollar on the day.
Here's what else moved the Dow Jones today...
The Dow Jones and the S&P 500 both declined for the fourth-consecutive trading session. The Dow plunged 186 points as retail sales hit an 11-month low and oil prices swung significantly.
The markets are still reacting to yesterday's announcement by the World Bank that it slashed its global growth outlook to 3% for 2015, down from the 3.4% forecast in the fall.
Here's a closer look at what moved markets today...
