Positive Economic News Keeps Stocks Aloft
Lower than expected unemployment claims Thursday morning are the latest in a series of positive economic data points fueling the rally in stocks.
Market Reality Check Follows Strong January
With stocks recording an outstanding January, will traders find themselves in a selling mood as February begins?
Stocks Trade Down with Europe, Up with the Nasdaq
Stocks continue to be influenced strongly by Europe early in the session, finding relief – and rallying – after markets on The Continent close.
Europe Back on the Agenda
With stocks finishing last week mixed and January coming to an end, will the bullishness of the first month of the year carry over into the second?
The “Buy First and Ask Questions Later” Rally
With asset managers scrambling to catch up with a market that has left many of them behind, overbought conditions could persist through month’s end.
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Between Apple and the FOMC
With Apple’s expectation-smashing performance now in the rear-view mirror, traders will turn their attentions to the FOMC and their policy statement later today.
Is the Market Running Out of Buyers?
As stocks drive deeper into overbought extremes, led by the banks, the likelihood of a short-term reversal grows.
Mixed Markets as Traders Await Greek Debt Deal
With overbought market conditions in the U.S. and the failure of the Europeans to reach a deal over Greek debt, trader sentiment has turned from bullish to mixed.
Tech, Bank Earnings Drive Stocks Higher
Positive earnings and revenue announcements from financials and technology companies have traders and investors bidding shares higher in the second half of the week.
Europe and Bank Earnings Take Center Stage
The markets have remained resilient in the face of disappointing revenues from JP Morgan. Another test of resolve awaits traders this week as a number of other financials will be reporting earnings and revenues.
Can the Market Continue to Focus on the Positive?
Stocks are rallying on good news and showing strength in the face of negative news as earnings season begins.