Caterpillar Inc. (CAT)’s Earnings Weigh Down the Dow
Seems like every day now the Dow Jones Industrial Average is touching a new yearly high. As of 2:25 p.m.
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Will Chevron Corporation (CVX) Help You Retire Rich?
Now more than ever, a comfortable retirement depends on secure, stable investments. Unfortunately, the right stocks for retirement won't just fall into your lap.
Building the World’s Largest Delivery Company: FedEx Corporation (FDX) and More
One of the largest corporations in the world was created by legislation on Feb. 20, 1792, when President George Washington signed the Postal Service Act into law.
The Boeing Company (BA) Soars as the Dow Stalls
In another sign of the resilience of the bull market, the markets reacted well to news that the fragile recovery in the housing market may be vulnerable to a crisis of confidence...
How to Play Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT)’s Earnings
On the back of solid gains yesterday, stocks opened roughly flat this morning, with the S&P 500 down just two points and the narrower, price-weighted Dow Jones Industrial Average...
Dow Gets a Lift From M&A Talk: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Google Inc (GOOG)
A flurry of completed and rumored big-time equity deals alike have dominated financial headlines for weeks now, and today saw more of the same.
Merger Rumors Send Stocks Higher: OfficeMax Incorporated (OMX), UnitedHealth Group Inc (UNH)
When companies are in the mood to buy other companies, it's usually a sign that corporate profits are in for an upswing.
Dow Hits 14,000 and Keeps On Going: American International Group, Inc. (AIG) and More
See what a nice three-day weekend can do for one's well-being? After the President's Day holiday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is stretching its legs this morning.
3 Predictions for Next Week: SodaStream International Ltd (SODA) and More
I predicted that Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) would close out the week higher.
These Blue Chips Are Racing to All-Time Highs: 3M Co (MMM), Google Inc (GOOG)
The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) added nine points to the Dow.
More Surprise Mergers Fuel Stocks Today: Bank of America Corp (BAC)
Shares of struggling office suppliers OfficeMax Incorporated (NYSE:OMX) and Office Depot Inc (NYSE:ODP) are soaring in afternoon trading after reports surfaced that the companies...
General Electric Company (GE) and Bank of America Corp (BAC) Surge as the Dow Rises
Stocks are kicking off the short week on a good note, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average is back above 14,000 in today's rally.
Bank of America Corp (BAC) Leads the Dow Higher
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is up slightly to a five-year high despite mixed news on the housing market. As of 1:20 p.m.
3 Stocks the Bulls Left Behind Today: The Boeing Company (BA) and More
With the Dow Jones Industrial Average now just a little more than 100 points away from its all-time high, the threat of a pullback is growing in investors' minds.
Will Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Earnings Move the Dow?
Earnings season is now starting to wind down, with most companies already having reported their quarterly results.
Why the Dow Should Hate Change — and Other Fascinating Facts: Altria Group, Inc. (MO) and More
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was looking a little oilier and a little more financial on Feb. 19, 2008, after swapping Altria Group, Inc.
Why UnitedHealth Group Inc. (UNH) Is Missing the Dow’s Healthy Gains
Once again, the Dow Jones Industrials has vaulted above the 14,000 level, coming back from the long holiday weekend with some optimism about the market's future prospects.
Last Week’s Big Dow Losers: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) and More
After starting the year off on a six-week winning streak, the Nasdaq finally posted a losing week in 2013.
Mergers, Joint Ventures, and a Few Breakups Ruled the Markets This Week: Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.A) and More
Although the Dow Jones Industrial Average managed to close higher on Friday, its one-day, 8-point gain still left it down 11 points for the week.
Dow to Open Higher After Extended Weekend: Herbalife Ltd. (HLF) and More
LONDON -- U.S. markets reopen today after yesterday's Presidents Day holiday. Stock index futures at 7 a.m.
Poking a Few Holes in Swiss Bank Secrecy: UBS AG (USA) (UBS)
On Feb. 18, 2009, Swiss banking giant UBS AG (USA) (NYSE:UBS) reached a deal with the U.S. Justice Department over a major tax tussle.
The Dow, Year to Date: The Boeing Company (BA) and More
Year to date, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is crushing it.
What Happened While Wall Street Was Closed: 3M Co (MMM) and More
U.S. stock markets are closed to observe Presidents Day, but the rest of the world isn't on vacation.
You’re Overlooking These Soaring Dow Stocks: Union Pacific Corporation (UNP) and More
Throughout the world, investors watch the Dow Jones Industrials not just because of the 30 major companies that are components of the average but also as a sign of broader trends...
Will AT&T Inc. (T) Help You Retire Rich?
Now more than ever, a comfortable retirement depends on secure, stable investments. Unfortunately, the right stocks for retirement won't just fall into your lap.
The Dow’s Most Diversified Winners: Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and More
The 30 companies among the Dow Jones Industrials all have a pedigree as the leaders in their respective fields, having found success among their peers.
Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)’s Big Debut and Ford Motor Company (F)’s Record-Breaking Performance
On Feb. 16, 1990, just five years after its founding in a San Francisco garage, Cisco Systems, Inc.
3 Stocks Leading the Dow This Week: Alcoa Inc. (AA)
It was a fairly quiet week for most of the market. Stocks traded in a narrow range, as earnings and economic data neither excited investors or sent them running.
These Dow Winners Keep Success Simple: The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) and More
The Dow Jones Industrial Average includes 30 of the most successful U.S. companies, with a reach that extends across the globe.
Alcoa Inc. (AA) a Bright Spot in Dow’s Horizontal Day
Though the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell slightly for a second straight day, several catalysts prevented the index from a more dramatic drop, including encouraging jobs data...
RIP, Stock Market Volatility (2007-2012): Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.A)
Stocks were down on Friday, with the S&P 500 losing 0.1%, while the narrower, price-weighted Dow Jones Industrial Average gained less than 0.1%.
How Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Crushed the Dow
Stocks were sailing along smoothly until about 2 p.m. EST, when an internal memo at Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT) sent stocks reeling.
Horsemeat Scandal and Insider Selling Push 2 Dow Stocks Lower: E I Du Pont De Nemours And Co (DD)
This morning the University of Michigan released it preliminary February reading on consumer sentiment in the U.S.
There’s No Stopping Bank of America Corp (BAC) Today
As the saying goes, sometimes you're the windshield, and sometimes you're the bug.
Be Ready Before the Next Stock Market Crash: 3D Systems Corporation (DDD)
With the stock market approaching new highs, everything seems to be going right for investors.
How Horsemeat and Internal Emails Sent Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Lower Today
With an hour left in the trading session, shares of the retail giant have led the Dow Jones Industrial Average into negative territory.
Will Pfizer Inc. (PFE) Help You Retire Rich?
Now more than ever, a comfortable retirement depends on secure, stable investments. Unfortunately, the right stocks for retirement won't just fall into your lap.
Who Can Put an End to Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)’s Lost Decade (and a half)?
The stock has fallen 52% in those 13 years, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (INDEXDJX:.DJI) gained 23%.
Today’s Dow Jones Industrial Average (.DJI): Pops and Drops
It's Friday afternoon on Wall Street, and investors seem content with their holdings going into the three-day weekend.
How Dividends Change the Game for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) Investors
The wealth-building power of compound interest will never cease to amaze me.
The Dow’s Dividend Winners in 2013: 3M Co (MMM) and More
Investors look to the Dow Jones Industrials as the strongest blue-chip stocks the U.S. has to offer.
Dow Jones Industrial Average (.DJI)’s Bumpy Ride Keeps It in Positive Territory
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (INDEX:.DJI) has had a wild ride this morning, but stayed up nevertheless.
Will General Electric Company (GE) Help You Retire Rich?
Now more than ever, a comfortable retirement depends on secure, stable investments. Unfortunately, the right stocks for retirement won't just fall into your lap.
Why the Dow Jones Industrial Average (.DJI)’s Still Stuck This Morning
Often, news-making events surprise investors and move markets wildly. But when those major events are scheduled, the market often takes a wait-and-see approach.
2 Innovative Breakthroughs and a Wild Month for the Dow Jones Industrial Average (.DJI)
After more than a decade of research and $3 billion in expenses, the Human Genome Project finally presented its early success to the public on Feb. 15, 2001.
Kraft Foods Group Inc (KRFT) Misses as Dow Heads for a Lower Start
LONDON -- Stock index futures at 7 a.m.
Follow the Pros Out of This Yield Play: Dow Jones Industrial Average (.DJI)
Stocks were up for a third consecutive day -- barely -- with the S&P 500 gaining less than 0.1%, while the narrower, price-weighted Dow Jones Industrial Average (INDEX:.DJI) fell...
Mergers and Break-Ups Rule the Markets on Cupid’s Day of Love: Alcoa Inc. (AA) and More
Today's headlining news primarily focused on different mergers and acquisitions that were announced.
How Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.A) Helped Rescue the Dow This Morning
Early this morning, things looked dire for the stock market.
