Stock futures edge higher ahead of jobs report
Posted by on Sep 3rd, 2010Stock futures inched higher Friday, continuing a rally ahead of the government’s monthly employment report.
Market up, despite banks easing
Posted by on Sep 3rd, 2010AUSTRALIA’S stock market was higher at noon, after losing some ground earlier, with all four major banks falling into negative territory.
Market slips as banks retract
Posted by on Sep 3rd, 2010THE Australian stock market was higher at noon, after losing some ground with all four major banks falling into negative territory.
Stock futures fluctuate after jobless claims dip
Posted by on Sep 2nd, 2010Stock futures are trading in a tight range after new claims for unemployment benefits fell slightly but still remain above levels considered a sign of a healthy economy.
Stock futures slip ahead of jobs reports
Posted by on Sep 2nd, 2010Stock futures slipped Thursday, a day after investors sent stocks surging to start the new month. The hesitancy to extend the market’s big gains came as investors prepare for key readings on the jobs market over the next two days.
MARKET TALK: Itron Stock Jumps After Cisco Partnership Announced
Posted by on Sep 2nd, 2010MARKET TALK: Itron Stock Jumps After Cisco Partnership Announced
Handling stock market volatility
Posted by on Sep 1st, 2010Conventional wisdom says that what goes up must come down. But even if you view stock market volatility as a normal occurrence, it can be tough to handle when it’s your money at stake.
Stock futures rise as economy concerns ease
Posted by on Sep 1st, 2010Stock index futures rose on Wednesday as new signs of growth in China and Australia eased concerns about the global economy and investors awaited data on the labor market and housing.
Market has worst August since ‘01 dot-com collapse
Posted by on Sep 1st, 2010The stock market ended its worst August since 2001 with meager gains Tuesday after minutes from the latest Federal Reserve meeting showed officials’ increasing concern about the economy.
Market conditions could portend stock sell-off
Posted by on Sep 1st, 2010The economy is weakening, home sales are plunging, and stocks are on a long slide. Now comes something even scarier for investors: the beginning of what is traditionally the worst month in the market.