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Why an Apple Stock Price of $170 a Share Is Justified (AAPL)

When the Apple stock price broke past $120.28 earlier this month, it gave the tech giant a valuation of more than $700 billion.

That promptly set off speculation of if or when Apple Inc. (Nasdaq: AAPL) could reach a market cap of $1 trillion, which would require an AAPL stock price of a little over $170 a share.
Money Morning Defense & Tech Strategist Michael Robinson believes the Apple stock price will hit that target - and should.

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Today Gains 28 Points on This News

The Dow Jones today gained 28 points after reversing losses from earlier in the session, and the S&P 500 hit a new closing record high.

What turned stocks around? Growing optimism about a Greece-EU deal on news the beleaguered country will seek an extension for its debt obligations.

Tech investing

Even with Apple Stock Price at Record Levels, It's Still a Good Time to Buy

The Apple stock price continues to surge to new highs with the company's seemingly bottomless bag of tricks.

But at this point some investors may be wondering if it's too late to jump on the Apple Inc. (Nasdaq: AAPL) bandwagon.After all, AAPL stock gained more than 62% in 2014 and another 16% in the first six weeks of 2015.

Stock Market Today

S&P 500 Closes at New Record High Friday

The S&P 500 gained 8 points today to close at a new record high. The cause? Positive macro-economic forces spreading across Europe.

The Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, improved data on the German economy, and improving prospects for a Greek debt agreement pushed stocks higher.

Tesla Stock

Tesla Stock Predictions: These Headwinds Are Hurting TSLA Today

Tesla stock took a beating today.

Tesla Motors Inc. (Nasdaq: TSLA) stock had fallen 5.4% by 1:55 p.m. EDT to $201.20 a share.

Apple Stock

Dear Money Managers: Not Buying AAPL Stock Is "Financial Suicide"

Apple Inc. (Nasdaq: AAPL) stock has been grabbing a lot of headlines.

Just look at its market cap. And its cash holdings. It's a juggernaut in every sense and definitely a buy.

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Dips 6 Points Wednesday in Choppy Trading Session

The Dow Jones recovered from a triple-digit loss Wednesday afternoon to finish down just six points after a choppy trading session.

The energy and the utilities sectors weighed on stocks today, while investors continue to eye negotiations between Germany and Greece about the latter country's perilous debt situation.

Tech investing

Should I Buy Apple Stock?

With Apple Inc. (Nasdaq: AAPL) now the most valuable company of all time, many investors have one question: Should I buy Apple stock?

AAPL stock closed at $122.02 yesterday, putting its market cap at a record $710.7 billion. Today Apple stock rode even higher, trading at about $124.50 through most of the session. That pushed Apple's market cap over $725 billion.

U.S. economy

Gallup CEO Just Outted Government's False Unemployment Rate

The government's official unemployment rate is "a Big Lie," according to Jim Clifton, the CEO of 80-year old analytics firm Gallup. In a Feb. 3 op-ed, Clifton slammed the White House, Wall Street, and the media for celebrating about how unemployment is "down" to 5.7%.

Of course, here at Money Morning, we've called the "official" unemployment numbers cooked all along.

It's a good thing that Clifton is onboard with us - the more the merrier.

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Today Falls 95 Points as Greek Debt Woes Continue

The Dow Jones today slipped 95 points. The cause? Concerns over Greek debt and the Chinese economy offset optimism about an improving energy sector.

China's export levels slipped 3.3% from a year ago, while its imports dropped a staggering 19.9%. The announcement was far worse than economists expected and raised new concerns about the world's second-largest economy.

U.S. economy

January Jobs Report Doesn't Mean What Washington Says It Does

The January jobs report seemed like good news.

The U.S. Labor Department said 257,000 jobs were added to the economy. That easily beat the 230,000 numbers analysts had expected.

And yet unemployment ticked up to 5.7% from 5.6%. Money Morning Chief Investment Strategist Keith Fitz-Gerald sees the conflicting data in the jobs report as more proof the recovery is not the success President Barack Obama claims.

Eurozone

How the Greek Debt Crisis Will Affect U.S. Markets

As remote as the Greek debt crisis may seem, ripples from whatever happens there definitely will hit U.S. markets.

The new leftist government of Greece is currently tangling with the European Central Bank. While both sides seem very far apart, Money Morning Chief Investment Strategist Keith Fitz-Gerald thinks the ECB will blink first.

Stock Market Today

Why the Dow Jones Rose Today - 211-Point Gain

The Dow Jones added 212 points Thursday. The cause? Rising oil prices and M&A activity.

Crude oil prices surged on increased violence in Libya and central bank action in China. WTI crude oil futures for March delivery rose 4.5%. Brent crude prices rose nearly 5% on the day.

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Climbs 196 Points on Oil, Energy Sector Gains

The Dow Jones jumped 196 points Monday in a volatile session. Why the rise? Oil prices surged again after a massive strike at U.S. refineries created supply concerns.

The ISM manufacturing index hit 53.5 in January, well below expectations of 54.5. Meanwhile, consumer spending in December saw its largest decline since 2009 despite falling energy prices.

Global investing

Better Investing Strategies Can Cut Demographic Risks

As developed nations age, birth rates drop, and populations decline, investing strategies need to change.

And Money Morning Chief Investment Strategist Keith Fitz-Gerald says no country illustrates this trend better than Japan. That country's population is expected to fall by 30 million by 20148.

But Fitz-Gerald does not advise pulling out of Japan - or any market today with an aging population.

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Drops 251 Points Friday as Oil Prices Surge

The Dow Jones fell 251 points today. The cause? An afternoon oil-price surge caught the market off guard.

West Texas Intermediate crude jumped 8% in New York after Islamic State militants attacked Kurdish forces near the oil-rich city of Kirkuk and news emerged that the U.S. rig count, an indicator of forward production, slipped by 7% this week.

Alibaba

Alibaba Stock Price Falls - Good Time to Buy

The Alibaba stock price fell yesterday (Thursday) - a lot.

The reasons: lower than expected revenue numbers and regulatory pressures from the Chinese government, who confronted Alibaba on the sale of counterfeit goods through its website. These two factors dovetailed to create a massive sell-off.

Oil

Crude Oil Prices and the New Saudi King

Crude oil prices continue to drop in the wake of Saudi Arabia's shift in leadership. U.S. policymakers will have a tougher time with new King Salman than they've had in some time.

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Today Falls 195 Points After Fed Statement

The Dow Jones today shed 195 points. The cause? A U.S. Federal Reserve statement about interest rates issued at the conclusion of the FOMC meeting.

The energy sector also dragged down the markets today. Both Barclays Plc. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc.issued negative research notes on the price of oil.

Alibaba

Alibaba Stock Price Can Rocket on This One Earnings Figure

Alibaba stock is down 3.8% in 2015, but there could be one catalyst tomorrow (Thursday) that could send the Alibaba stock price soaring.

That's because tomorrow before market open, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. (NYSE: BABA) will release its second earnings report since going public. Analysts expect earnings per share (EPS) of $0.75 for the quarter ending December 2014. Revenue of $4.45 billion is expected..

Stock Market Today

Dow Jones Today Falls on Weak Earnings from MSFT, CAT

The Dow Jones today tumbled 291 points amid poor earnings reports and conflicting economic data ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announcement on Wednesday.

Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) and Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) were two of the day's worst-performing stocks. Microsoft had its worst day since July 2013.

Bitcoin

We Looked Inside Our "Crystal Ball" for Bitcoin, and This Is What We Found

To help get you set up for profitable crypto investing this year, Money Morning Executive Editor, Bill Patalon, sat down with our legendary cryptocurrency expert here at Money Morning, David Zeiler.

Gold

The Company Behind the “Internet Gold Rush” Is Spearheading Another Genius Idea

Goldcorp just announced it would host next year's #DisruptMining innovation expo.

Dow Jones

How Today's Earnings Reports Will Lift the Dow Jones Industrial Average

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is trending up this morning thanks to highly anticipated earnings reports from Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE: WMT), which is up 3.3% already today.

Dow Jones futures today are up 68 points ahead of trading, but a Republican defector from the Senate's tax cut bill could threaten gains.

Dow Jones

The Dow Jones Today Is Already Down 100 Points Thanks to the Retail Ice Age

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.

Dow Jones

How Chipotle Is Weighing Down the Dow Jones Today

The Dow Jones today might not reach a fourth consecutive day of a record-high open thanks to Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG)...

Dow Jones futures are down 11 points this morning after Chipotle fell well short of earnings expectations yesterday.

Dow Jones

How to Profit from the Dow Jones Today as Its Record-Setting Run Continues

The Dow Jones today will continue its record-breaking run, as futures are already up 140 points before the bell.

The Dow Jones will open for a third-consecutive record-high today as a positive earnings season rolls on.

Dow Jones

Why the Dow Jones Industrial Average Will Open at a Record High Today

The Dow Jones Industrial Average today is set to open above 23,000 points for the first time in its history...

Dow Jones futures are up 92 points in pre-trading hours as a positive earnings season continues today.

Stocks

GE's Biggest Cheerleader Is Getting Worried - Here's Why

GE is in dire need of some momentum.

If CEO John Flannery refocuses his efforts on this key component of GE's business, he could save the company.

Dow Jones

What Catalonia's Independence Vote Means for the Dow Jones Industrial Average Today

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 16 points in pre-market hours today as investors prepare for a tumultuous secession vote in Spain this weekend...

Catalonian secession or violence in the region could send European stocks plunging, and American stock markets won't be immune.

Dow Jones

Can the Dow Jones Today Post a New Record High?

The Dow Jones today is within striking distance of a fourth consecutive trading day in a row of a record high close.

Dow Jones futures are up 50 points in pre-market hours as the index nears the 22,300 level for the first time.

Dow Jones

Can the Dow Jones Today Hit a Record High for a Third Day in a Row?

The Dow Jones today could end with its third consecutive day of record high closes.

But Dow Jones futures are starting the day down 32 points in pre-market trading...

Dow Jones

Why the Dow Jones Industrial Average Is Surging 116 Points Today

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is already up 116 points in pre-trading hours, even as Hurricane Irma batters Florida.

Investors believe the damage from the hurricane will be less than first estimated, especially after the storm shifted course and is weakening.

stocks

Sears: 6 Reasons America's Favorite Company Is Dying

In the latest installment of his "Stock Talks" series, Bill Patalon discusses why Sears has failed in detail - and how to profit from Sears' "spiritual successor" right now...

Dow Jones

How the Dow Jones Today Will Respond to Trump's Debt Ceiling Deal with Democrats

The Dow Jones today is starting the day flat after President Trump shocked Washington by making a surprise deal with Congressional Democrats on raising the debt ceiling.

Dow Jones futures are down five points in pre-market hours as Trump's economic agenda is now in question and Florida braces for Hurricane Irma.

gold

10 Gold Stocks to Watch in September 2017, Plus the One to Own

The top gold stocks of August have seen gains as high as 23%.

That's why we're going to show you the top 10 performers that we're watching in September.

Stocks

Why Our Top Stocks to Watch Now Are Home Depot, Apple, and SoftBank

Our latest list of stocks to watch now includes a retail giant making a solar push, a Silicon Valley star trying to make it in Hollywood, and a huge equity fund making a splash in Indian e-commerce.

dow jones

Why the Dow Jones Industrial Average Is Up This Morning

The Dow Jones Industrial Average today is up five points in premarket hours.

Most of the market news today focuses on a big Fed conference and the long-awaited solar eclipse.

China

Why Trump's Latest Move Against China Will Anger U.S. Allies

President Trump wants to hit China's shady trade practices by invoking a time-worn rule made obsolete by the WTO's formation.

This plan is sure to anger U.S. allies worldwide, as well.

Washington

China's Tough New Stance Against North Korea Is a Total Ruse

China's promise to follow through on the UN's North Korea sanctions is a ruse.

After all, Beijing has not only skirted such sanctions in the recent past...

It's flat-out broken them, too.

stocks

These 5 Classic American Companies Are Making Our Readers Rich

Some of our most rewarding picks have been the very American companies that form the backbone of the economy.

Market Crash

How to Prepare for a Stock Market Crash in 4 Simple Steps

Smart investors always have a plan to prepare for a stock market crash, even when a pullback doesn't seem likely.

In fact, one of the reasons stock market crashes can be so devastating is because they are impossible to predict with certainty.

Stock Talks

America's Favorite Chocolatier Is Not Going Down Without a Fight

Fortunately for this company - and its investors - it's embracing the "retail ice age" threat head on.

stocks

The 3 Top Dividend Defense Stocks to Buy in 2017

Many of the top dividend defense stocks boast strong share-price growth in addition to big dividend yields.

That's why our experts have handpicked three of the best companies to invest in this year.

stocks

Stocks to Watch Now: Verizon, GE, Microsoft

Here's a look at three new stocks to watch.

Stocks

Ignore Monthly Boeing Orders and Evaluate These Numbers Instead

While May Boeing orders were weak, they still put Boeing on track to meet its 2017 goal of 660 orders.

But to really evaluate Boeing's profit potential, the big-picture numbers provide better insight into the company's value.

stocks

GE Stock Is a Resounding "Buy" Right Now

The GE stock price rallied roughly 3.5% this week after CEO Jeff Immelt stepped down.

Investors want to know if this means the company will stage a rebound from its lagging financials in recent years.

stocks

The Best Way to Profit from Airline Stocks in 2017

There are several events that can negatively impact airline stocks in 2017, causing a lot of volatility for the airline industry.

But don't let that scare you out of profiting from the increasing number of airline passengers this year.

Market Crash

Be Prepared in Case of a Stock Market Crash After the FOMC Meeting

Will there be a stock market crash after the June FOMC meeting?

It isn't likely, as investors are confident the Fed plans to raise interest rates.

Washington

Jim Rogers: America Made a "Foolish Mistake" with Russia

U.S. sanctions against Russia have actually produced a number of unintended consequences that are good for Russia but bad for America, according to Jim Rogers.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Fall After London Terrorist Attack

The Dow Jones news today will be dominated by geopolitical events.

Dow Jones futures are down 18 points this morning after another terrorist attack hit London over the weekend and tensions rise in the Middle East.

Stocks

The Best Stocks to Buy Now (and One Stinker to Short)

Our newest list of best stocks to buy now has four picks from tech - from pharmaceuticals and consumer healthcare, to dental technology and the Internet of Everything.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise After Trump Leaves Paris Climate Accord

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by President Trump's decision to pull the United States out of the Paris climate accord and the May jobs report, which is released later today.

Dow Jones futures are up 66 points ahead of the report's release.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise on Strong Jobs Report, but Comey's Testimony on Trump Looms

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by stocks rising ahead of the bell after a stronger than expected private sector jobs report for May.

But today's stock market news isn't all positive. Investors continue to watch developments in the upcoming U.K. elections where the race continues to tighten.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise as Trump Takes on German Trade Deficit

The Dow Jones news today features stocks rising again as markets eye another round of earnings reports and economic data.

Also, President Trump ratchets up rhetoric against German trade and markets are weighing surprising polling data from the upcoming British election.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Fall as President Trump Returns to Washington

The Dow Jones news today features traders returning from the Memorial Day holiday and a busy economic calendar.

Over the weekend, President Trump returned from a nine-day trip across the globe to meet with heads of state.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Slide After OPEC Extends Cuts and Trump Questions NATO

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by stocks dropping in premarket hours after a round of international news yesterday.

Dow futures are down 31 points as markets digest OPEC's production cut extension and President Trump's chilly reception in Europe.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise After New OPEC Production Cut Deal

The Dow Jones news today features OPEC renewing its production cut agreement for nine more months.

Dow Jones futures are up 60 points ahead of the bell.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise as Trump's Overseas Trip Wraps Up

The Dow Jones news today will focus on President Trump's first overseas trip, the London terror attacks, and a new cost estimate for the Republican's healthcare bill.

Investors are also waiting for the Federal Reserve to release minutes from the last FOMC Meeting, which could shed light on more interest rate hikes this year.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise After Trump Pitches New Budget Measures

The Dow Jones news today focuses on rising stock prices this morning after the Trump administration proposed a plan to sell roughly half of the U.S. strategic oil reserves as part of its latest budget proposal.

Trump's new budget proposal aims to balance the budget within a decade by cutting Medicaid payments, student loan payments, and agricultural subsidies.

stocks

Why We Love New Ford CEO Jim Hackett

Jim Hackett built his reputation by turning around failing office furniture company Steelcase Inc. in the 90s.

Now he's been appointed CEO of Ford Motor Co.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise During President Trump's First Overseas Trip

The Dow Jones news today will feature stocks rising as President Trump visits the Middle East for the first time.

In more news affecting stocks, European leaders explore a deal to bailout Greece and a mega-merger pushes global chemical stocks higher.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rebound as Investors Overlook Trump Woes

The Dow Jones news today will focus on stocks rebounding as Wall Street looks beyond the controversies surrounding President Trump.

Markets are also preparing for a light day of earnings reports and weighing the latest developments out of Washington D.C.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Continue to Fall After Special Counsel Appointed in Trump Investigation

The Dow Jones news today will focus on the investigation into President Trump's campaign as a special counsel was appointed yesterday by the Department of Justice.

Dow Jones futures are down 88 points today after the Dow fell 372 points yesterday.

technology

Warren Buffett Is Betting Big on This "Unicorn" Startup

Warren Buffett is betting big on "unicorn" startup Uptake Technologies.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Slump as Trump Scandal Intensifies

The Dow Jones news today will focus on turmoil in Washington D.C. over the firing of former FBI Director James Comey.

Revelations that President Trump asked the FBI Director to end the investigation into his campaign is overshadowing another busy day of earnings reports and economic data.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Markets Flat on Mixed Earnings and Geopolitical Tensions

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were mostly flat as investors look through mixed earnings reports.

Investors are also worried about increased geopolitical tensions.

Stocks

Our Top Stocks to Watch Today Are SHLD, DKS, and BA

The top three stocks to watch today are SHLD, BA, and DKS.

Vendor conflicts, ownership news, and earnings are moving these stocks today.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Gain After Strong Earnings and New Economic Data

The Dow Jones news today focuses on stocks rising after a fresh round of earnings reports.

Today's news also features a controversy over President Trump's handling of classified intel, the aftermath of a major cybersecurity breach, and the stability of the Greece financial system.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise as Investors Eye Retail Earnings Reports

The Dow Jones news today features stocks rising ahead of a busy day of earnings reports and new housing data.

Dow Jones futures are up 48 points ahead of the opening bell.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Drop Ahead of Another Day of Economic Data

The Dow Jones news today continues to focus on stocks sliding after the latest round of retail earnings results.

Markets are also anticipating insight from two key members of the Federal Reserve today (May 12).

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Push Lower After Snap, Macy’s Earnings Disappoint

The Dow Jones news today features stocks falling ahead of a busy day of retail earnings reports and fallout over President Trump firing FBI Director Comey.

A series of lackluster earnings reports yesterday compounded concerns that the Trump administration may struggle to get its economic policies passed in 2017.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Fall After President Trump Fires FBI Chief James Comey

The Dow Jones news today will focus on concerns over President Donald Trump's firing of FBI Director James Comey. Dow Jones futures are down 29 points as Trump's decision could impact Republicans' efforts to pass tax reform and other pro-growth policies. Here are the numbers from Tuesday for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq: Index […]
Gold

Should I Invest in Gold Today?

Investors keep asking us, "Should I invest in gold today?"

The metal's profitability has come into question with prices trading near two-month lows.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise as Markets Eye Disney Earnings, Federal Reserve Speakers

The Dow Jones news today features another busy day of earnings reports and speeches by members of the Federal Reserve.

Markets pressed higher Monday after Emmanuel Macron beat Marine Le Pen, but the real story was the continued decline in volatility.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Futures Down After Macron Wins French Election

The Dow Jones news today is a projected a 35-point decline ahead of Monday's opening bell.

Markets are dipping ahead of a busy day of earnings reports as investors weigh Emmanuel Macron's victory in Sunday's French election.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Dip Ahead of the April Unemployment Rate Release

The Dow Jones news today focuses on stocks falling ahead of the non-farm payrolls report before the bell.

Dow Jones futures projected a 10-point decline ahead of the U.S. Labor Department's release of the April jobs report.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise Ahead of the French Election and Weekly Jobless Claims

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by a busy day of earnings reports, economic data, and reactions to the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates at current levels.

On Wednesday, the U.S. central bank held interest rates in place during the FOMC meeting, where the Fed voted unanimously to wait on a potential rate hike.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Dip Ahead of the Fed's Interest Rate Decision

The Dow Jones news today focuses on the FOMC meeting and whether the Fed will hike interest rates again.

The Nasdaq is also poised to fall from its record high after Apple Inc. disappointed on its earnings report.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Fall Ahead of FOMC Meeting and Apple Earnings

The Dow Jones news today features today's Fed Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting and the latest earnings report from Apple Inc.

Dow futures are down this morning ahead of the opening bell.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Index Rises as Investors Weigh Weakening Chinese Economic Growth

In Dow Jones news today, the index is up 22 points ahead of the opening bell.

These gains come despite some very weak economic news coming out of China.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Futures Tick Higher Despite Weak Q1 GDP Report

The big Dow Jones news today has to do with the newly released Q1 GDP numbers.

Despite the GDP for the first quarter missing analysts expectations, markets are still ticking higher.

gold

The Best Gold Investment Advice You'll Hear in 2017

There's a popular myth that says gold prices can't rise alongside interest rates over the long term.

Investors often believe this because gold prices are tethered to the U.S. dollar.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Push Higher as Earnings Season Enters Full Swing

The Dow Jones news today focuses on another busy day of earnings reports that will include some of the top technology firms in the country.

The Dow also is back within striking distance of 21,000 as markets continue to cheer President Donald Trump's economic agenda.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise Ahead of President Trump's Tax Reform Announcement

The Dow Jones news today features stocks pushing higher as investors continue to celebrate a string of positive earnings reports.

A busy day of earnings reports will keep investors focused on corporate performance and less interested in a potential government shutdown later this week.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Up Ahead of Trump's Tax Plan

The Dow Jones news today will focus on a major policy announcement from the Trump administration on his tax plan.

Markets are anticipating a major tax reform plan that would drop the corporate tax rate from 35% to 15%.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Set for Big Day After French Election Results

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by the first round of the French election and prospects for a big trading day.

The Dow Jones projected a 216 point gain after the anti-EU leader Marine Le Pen and centrist Emmanuel Macron advanced to the second round of France's election on May 7.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Rise as Investors Eye Trump's Tax Plan

The Dow Jones news today features another busy day of earnings as investors await details on President Trump's tax policy.

But investors are still taking a wait-and-see approach to the U.S. debt ceiling debate, Greek bailout talks, and the upcoming French presidential election.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Dow Surges as President Trump Launches Probe on Foreign Steel

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow soared as President Donald Trump announced plans to launch a probe on foreign products.

This sent shares of United States Steel Corp. skyrocketing.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Futures Rise as Oil Prices Rebound, Earnings Season Continues

The Dow Jones news for Thursday (April 20) is stock futures bouncing back this morning after yesterday's triple-digit drop.

Markets continue to react to mixed earnings reports and increased geopolitical uncertainty around the globe, including new unrest in Venezuela.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones New: Dow Slides 118 Points as Oil Prices Crater and IBM Disappoints

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow fell as oil prices plunged and IBM reported weak earnings.

Investors are also worried that President Donald Trump won't be able to cut taxes in 2017.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Futures Rise as Investors Eye Morgan Stanley Earnings

The Dow Jones news today centers around another busy day of earnings reports and updates on economic activity from the Federal Reserve.

Yahoo Inc. (Nasdaq: YHOO) topped Wall Street revenue expectations after the bell on Tuesday. That news that pushed shares up 0.3% in premarket hours.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Dow Falls 113 Points as Tensions Between U.S. and North Korea Escalate

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow dropped 113 points as tensions between North Korea and the U.S. escalate.

There were also earning reports that disappointed Wall Street today.

gold

China and Russia Are Cozying Up for This Key Reason

China and Russia have been working together to drastically change the way trade is conducted around the world.

In fact, this has been going on for several years.

gold

It Is Time to Take a Closer Look at This Gold Mining Stock

Gold prices currently hover near their highest level since November 2016.

That makes the gold mining sector particularly attractive to long-term investors.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Stocks Fall on North Korea Tensions and French Election News

Today's Dow Jones news today is a projected a 65-point decline in stocks as mixed earnings reports have investors turning their heads back to ongoing geopolitical concerns around the globe.

Global markets were weaker overnight after U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May called for a snap election in June, and sent the pound soaring.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Markets Rally as VP Mike Pence Sends Warning to North Korea

In Dow Jones news today, the markets rallied as U.S. VP Mike Pence warned North Korea that the "era of strategic patience is over."

As stocks climbed, crude oil and gold prices fell.

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Don't Buy One More Gold Stock Until You See This

In his latest video, Money Morning champion stock picker Bill Patalon shares with you the perfect way to play gold in 2017.

In fact, current events - like Brexit and the election of Donald Trump - have poised this stock for serious gains.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Slide as Earnings Season Enters Full Swing

The Dow Jones news today will be dominated by the upcoming week of earnings reports.

And ongoing geopolitical concerns around North Korea and Syria offset increased optimism surrounding China's strong economic growth.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Dow Falls 138 Points After U.S. Military Drops "Mother of All Bombs"

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow fell once again as investors worry about geopolitical tensions across the globe.

The U.S. dropped the "Mother of All Bombs" on Afghanistan, and President Donald Trump said the U.S. will deal with North Korea if needed.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Stocks Flat on Busy Bank Earnings Day and Trump Dollar Comments

In Dow Jones news today, futures are projecting a roughly six-point gain.

Investors will be watching as the biggest banks on Wall Street report Q1 earnings.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Markets Fall After President Donald Trump Dumps on U.S. Dollar

In Dow Jones news today, the markets continued to slide as investors fear more geopolitical uncertainty is on the way.

Markets are especially worried since quarterly earnings will be reported soon. The combination of political instability and poor earnings could cause a crash.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Drop as Earnings Season Kicks Off

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by stocks ticking lower ahead of a busy day of earnings reports and economic data.

On Tuesday, the Dow shed a little more than six points as geopolitical instability in North Korea and Syria weighed on investor sentiment.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Dow Slides as Geopolitical Tensions and Volatility Increase

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were down on a string of bad economic data, controversies, and political tension.

After reporting huge losses, Toshiba warned it may not be able to survive. Also, United Airlines stock fell after a video was released that showed a passenger being dragged off a plane.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Stocks Slide as Rex Tillerson Travels to Russia to Talk About Syria

Tuesday's Dow Jones news features stocks falling in premarket hours after U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson traveled to Moscow to engage in talks about the current geopolitical crisis in Syria.

Markets are also keeping a close eye on President Trump after the White House said it would authorize additional strikes if the Assad regime used chemical weapons again.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News: Stocks Post Small Gain Despite Rising Geopolitical Concerns

The big Dow Jones news today was the index posted a small gain despite rising geopolitical concerns.

Investors were hesitant to rally the market in the wake of uncertainty surrounding North Korea and Syria.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Flat Ahead of Earnings Season

The Dow Jones news today features stock an 12-point gain this morning before earnings week kicks off.

Though no major companies report earnings Monday, investors are looking forward to a busy round of reports from banking and energy companies this week.

Dow Jones

Dow Jones News Today: Markets Fall After Last Night's Syrian Missile Strike

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were down after a missile strike on Syria.

Gold prices climbed because of the uncertainty, and defense contractor Raytheon Co. climbed nearly 1.5%.

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Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Fall After United States Launches Missile Attack on Syria

The Dow Jones news today is a projected a 57-point decline after the United States military launched at least 50 missiles toward an airfield in Syria.

Markets are also looking for insight into the meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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Dow Jones News: Markets Push Higher as Weekly Jobless Claims Record Biggest Drop in Nearly Two Years

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow climbed as the weekly jobless claims recorded its biggest drop in nearly two years.

Markets are rebounding after investors were concerned yesterday about the March meeting minutes from the Fed.

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Today's Dow Jones News: Stocks Rise Ahead of U.S.-China Discussion

Today's Dow Jones news features stocks rising in premarket hours as traders prepare for a meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

On Wednesday, the Dow dropped 41 points after investors scoured through the minutes from the March meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve.

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Dow Jones News: Markets Slump After Federal Reserve Releases March Meeting Minutes

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow fell after the Fed released its meeting minutes from March.

The Fed believes stock prices are "quite high" right now.

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Dow Jones News Today: Dow Climbs Before March FOMC Meeting Minutes Are Released

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow was slightly up as investors wait for the March FOMC meeting minutes to be released.

The meeting minutes could provide clues as to when investors can expect the next rate hike.

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Dow Jones News Today: Stocks Slide as Investors Eye President Trump's China Summit

The Dow Jones news today is a projected a 0.3% decline in premarket hours as markets take a wait-and-see approach to this week's meeting between President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping.

Markets are also anxious to parse through the March jobs report slated for release on Friday.

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Dow Jones News Today: Dow Falls 13 Points After Weak Auto Sales Numbers

In Dow Jones news today, the Dow fell as investors wait to see if President Donald Trump will cut taxes.

The markets are also preparing for an additional three or four interest rate hikes.

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Dow Jones News: Index Flat as Trump Administration Saber Rattles Over North Korea

The Dow Jones news for Monday (April 3) is an expected small gain in stocks as investors prepare for a busy day of economic data.

Markets are also paying attention to threats from the Trump administration to "handle" the threat of North Korea without the assistance of China.

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Dow Jones News Today: Index Falls 65 Points as Q1 Comes to a Close

The biggest Dow Jones news today is the index has finally capped off the first quarter of 2016.

Commodities like gold ended higher, while tech stocks continue to dominate the top gainers.

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Stock Market News: Dow Pushes Higher After Improved Q4 GDP Report

The stock market news is the Dow pushing higher as investors eye another busy day of economic data and earnings reports.

On Thursday, banking stocks pulled the market higher after the U.S. Commerce Department reported stronger-than-expected economic growth for Q4 2016.

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Dow Jones News Today: Markets Climb After Surprise Q4 GDP Report

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were slightly up as the U.S. Commerce Department reported Q4 GDP of 2.1%.

Bank stocks also climbed today as the Fed could increase interest rates again as early as May.

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Dow Jones News Today: Index Flat as Investors Eye Q4 GDP Report, Higher Oil Prices

The Dow Jones news today is highlighted by a new round of earnings reports and updates on the global energy front.

On Wednesday, the markets were stagnant after the United Kingdom invoked Article 50 to officially began the process of withdrawing from the European Union.

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Dow Jones News: Markets Flat as United Kingdom Begins Brexit Process

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were mostly flat as investors prepare for Brexit and potential economic turmoil.

The markets are also waiting to see if President Donald Trump can cut taxes and improve infrastructure in 2017.

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Stock Market News Today: Dow Flat as Brexit Officially Set to Begin

The stock market news today is dominated by the start of Brexit and another round of speculation about the Federal Reserve.

The British Pound was falling as Prime Minister Theresa May is expected to invoke Article 50 today and begin the United Kingdom's withdraw from the European Union.

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Dow Jones News: Stocks Slide as Trump Rally Continues to Fade

The Dow Jones news for today is stocks sliding as the Trump Rally fades.

Stocks are lower again today as the markets attempts to rebound for the first time since mid-March.

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Dow Jones Futures: Index Faces Triple-Digit Decline as Trump Moves to Tax Reform

The Dow Jones futures are down 152 points ahead of the opening bell as investors try to make sense of last week's decision by Republicans not to hold a vote to replace Obamacare.

Investors are still hoping Trump's team is able to transition quickly to other policy priorities.

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Dow Jones News Today: Markets Still Sluggish After Congress Fails to Take Obamacare Repeal Vote

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were stagnant after Paul Ryan reportedly told President Donald Trump there aren't enough votes for a new healthcare plan.

Investors are also weighing poor results on a sales miss from GameStop and the retail sector in general.

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The Stock Market News Today Centers on Congressional Healthcare Vote

The stock market news today begins with the Dow projecting a 51-point gain before the opening bell. But Wall Street is keeping a close eye on a new healthcare bill that was delayed in the

House of Representatives yesterday due to opposition from within the Republican camp and from outside influencers like the Koch Brothers.

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Dow Jones News Today: Markets Flat After Republicans Call Off Obamacare Repeal Vote

In Dow Jones news today, the markets were still flat as investors wait to see if the Affordable Care Act is replaced.

Investors are also waiting to see if oil prices can rally after sliding below $50 per barrel.

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Boeing Stock: Why President Trump's Tweets Won't Sink This American Icon

In his third Stock Talks video, Money Morning Executive Editor, William Patalon, III, shares the unique story behind Boeing stock.

The Boeing Co. has a proven track record of bouncing back from scandals - and making a whole lot of money for investors.