Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day: 1. Gains and losses The S&P 500 staged a comeback Thursday, posting its first positive day this week and snapping a three-day losing streak. The index added 0.21%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite rose 0.76%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average didn’t fare…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., October 24, 2024. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today. Sign up for free to receive it directly in your inbox….
Stocks are experiencing some turbulence of late, but the longer-term outlook points to sharp gains ahead, according to Piper Sandler. Craig Johnson, the firm’s chief market technician, sees the S & P 500 soaring to 6,600 in 2025. That’s 12.8% above where the benchmark closed Tuesday. “The old Wall Street adage ‘Bull Markets Climb a…
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., May 15, 2024. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Stock futures fell on Tuesday evening after the S&P 500 posted its first back-to-back loss since early September. Futures linked to the broad market index lost nearly 0.14%. Dow futures slid…
My top 10 things to watch Wednesday, Oct. 16 1. Club Name Morgan Stanley ‘s third-quarter earnings report was great across the board. Many good numbers here. EPS much better, $1.88 per share vs. $1.58 estimate. Revenue much better, $15.38 billion vs. $14.41 billion expected. The bank’s wealth management division posted a 14% sales jump…
A McDonalds located on Santa Monica Blvd in Los Angeles, California, April 1, 2024. Robert Gauthier | Los Angeles Times | Getty Images Investors looking for steady income amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and economic uncertainty can consider adding dividend-paying stocks to their portfolios. Choosing the right stocks from the vast…
My top 10 things to watch Friday, Oct. 4 1. Stocks jumped after a much stronger-than-expected September jobs report. Bond yields also rose in response, with the 10-year reaching its highest levels since early August. The early stock gains, if they hold, would cut into weekly losses. The Nasdaq has been the biggest loser through…
Stocks ranging from L3Harris to Burlington could benefit from either a Trump or Harris victory this fall, according to Barclays. “In addition to the general unpredictability of U.S. politics, this election in particular is being closely watched given the divergent economic policies, depending on the results,” analyst Terence Malone said in a Wednesday note. “With…
September had a bumpy start for investors as volatility jolted markets in the first week, but dividend-paying stocks can help smooth the ride. Investors with a long-term investment horizon can ignore short-term noise to focus on stocks that have the potential to enhance their total portfolio returns through a mix of dividends and share price…