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05:52 ‘It’s come to an end’: Bombshell investing claim

The days of ‘set-and-forget’ investment have come to an end, experts have warned, as stock markets continue reverberating from the turmoil unleashed by US President Donald Trump.

22/04 Tariff war shocks global financial markets, US stocks, bonds and foreign exchange credit loss

Tariff war shocks global financial markets, US stocks, bonds and foreign exchange credit loss

18/04 Trump's conspiracy for several months revealed: script for ousting Powell leaked, successors emerged

Trump's conspiracy for several months revealed: script for ousting Powell leaked, successors emerged

17/04 Wall Street and European Stock Exchange suffer new shakes at the close of a short week for Good Friday

Trump's criticism to the Fed and the disappointing results of UnitedHealth maintain uncertainty in New York. In Europe, investors evaluate the impact of ECB fees cut

16/04 Wall Street, European and Asia stock market

Europe quotes with generalized losses following the wake of the Mercades de Oriente. In New York, the Nasdaq index is the most affected by the imposition of new licenses to export Chinese chips to China

15/04 Donald Trump's wild moves on tariffs spark fears he's 'not acting rationally'

President Donald Trump caused chaos in the financial markets this week with his abrupt changes in trade policy, leading some to question his mental state

11/04 RBA boss pours cold water on rate cut theory

Amid predictions of a potential double rate cut in May, with economists forecasting that Australian homeowners’ mortgage repayments could be slashed due to the United States’ ongoing trade war, Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock has cast doubt on such a scenario.

08/04 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 4/8/2025

U.S. stocks dropped after a second day of stunning reversals. The S&P 500 fell 1.6% Tuesday after wiping out an early gain of 4.1%, which had it on track for its best day in years.

06/04 Recession-proof your 401(k): How to secure your retirement accounts as the market drops

Investors are wondering what to do with their 401(k) accounts as the stock market makes steep declines. Should you stop contributing or withdraw it?

03/04 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 4/3/2025

Financial markets around the world reeled following President Donald Trump’s latest and most severe set of tariffs, and the U.S. stock market took the worst of it.

03/04 Stocks tumble globally, nations vow to retaliate to Trump's tariffs: Live updates

Opponents of Trump's plan that imposes 10% tariffs on imports from all countries say it could fuel inflation while spinning the economy to recession.

03/04 RBA warns Trump a risk to Aussies

US President Donald Trump’s trade war could trigger cascading disorder in the global economy and pummel Australians, the Reserve Bank of Australia warns.

31/03 Global market meltdown as Donald Trump tanks stocks with wild move

The US President has vowed to impose tariffs on several countries, prompting panic across global financial markets.

26/03 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 3/26/2025

Renewed drops for Nvidia, Tesla and other former superstars dragged Wall Street lower. The S&P 500 fell 1.1% Wednesday.

22/03 Ticketing platform StubHub plans to become a public company with initial stock offering

Events ticketing platform StubHub has filed for an initial public offering of its common stock. The online marketplace where users can buy and resell tickets to sports games, music concerts and other live entertainment events said Friday that it had applied to list on the New York Stock Exchange und

21/03 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 3/21/2025

U.S. stocks shook off a weak start and ended slightly higher, enough to break a four-week losing streak.

20/03 Stock market today: Asian shares are mostly higher after advance on Wall Street

Asian shares are mostly higher following an advance on Wall Street after the Federal Reserve said the economy still looks healthy enough to keep interest rates where they are.

18/03 Stock market today: Asian shares mostly rise, cheered by another Wall Street rally

Asian shares have advanced as investor sentiment was buoyed by another rally on Wall Street. U.S. futures fell while oil prices were higher.

14/03 Donald Trump says he won't bend on tariffs; stocks end lower: Live updates

Trump tariffs. DOGE cuts. Government shutdown talks. Recession fears. Keep up with the USA TODAY Network's live coverage.

11/03 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 3/11/2025

Wall Street ended moderately lower after careening from a small gain to as much as 10% below its record.

11/03 Another volatile day for the world's bags in the middle of the commercial war: fluctuations in Europe and Wall Street

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07/03 Possibility of trading around the clock

Possibility of trading around the clock

06/03 Follow market volatility: Wall Street quotes with casualt

Technological actions, such as Nvidia and Marvell Technology, lead losses in New York after results that did not meet the high expectations of investors

05/03 Up to 50 basis points, the deposit interest rate advantage of small and medium-sized banks disappears

Up to 50 basis points, the deposit interest rate advantage of small and medium-sized banks disappears

01/03 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 2/28/2025

Wall Street closed its dreary February on a brighter note, as U.S. stock indexes rallied. The S&P 500 jumped 1.6% Friday to trim its loss for the month, enough to make it the worst since only December instead of since April.

27/02 America First? Not when it comes to stock markets worldwide this year

When it comes to stock markets around the world, this year has clearly not been “America First.” Wall Street has risen in 2025 and isn’t far from its all-time high.

25/02 The gold price has surged to record highs. What’s behind the move?

Gold is considered a safe haven in times of economic turmoil. That’s just one of the reasons it is rallying to new highs.

19/02 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 2/19/2025

The S&P 500 added to its record as U.S. stock indexes drifted through a quiet, mixed day on Wall Street.

19/02 Stock market today: Asia stocks mixed as Chinese technology stocks slip

Asia stocks were mixed Wednesday, as Chinese technology stocks faltered after a short-term rally. The Hang Seng Index fell 0.25%, while the Shanghai Composite was up 0.54%.

14/02 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 2/14/2025

Wall Street fell short of a record following mixed profit reports from big companies. The S&P 500 ended essentially flat Friday, a day after rallying within 0.1% of its all-time high set last month.

13/02 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 2/13/2025

U.S. stocks rallied to the brink of a record after more companies reported fatter profits than expected. The S&P 500 rose 1% Thursday.

07/02 Industrial giant Honeywell announces split into 3 companies after investor pressure

Honeywell, one of the last remaining American industrial giants, announced it will split into three companies Thursday after investor pressure.

07/02 ‘Odds-on favourite’: Huge interest rates call

ANALYSISSince the Reserve Bank of Australia first started raising interest rates in May 2022, it has been an absolute rollercoaster ride of wildly unexpected twists and turns.

06/02 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 2/6/2025

Wall Street drifted to a mixed close as drops for Ford Motor and Qualcomm worked against buoyant fashion and cigarette stocks.

03/02 Strong falls in European, Asian and Wall Street futures after the imposition of Donald Trump tariffs

Experts also foresee a decrease in the assets of Canada and Mexico, while China does not quote for the New Year. The president of the United States said that it will soon apply measures similar to the European Union

03/02 Wall Street braces for market impact after Trump tariffs

Global markets buckled up for a turbulent session Monday after Trump launched a trade war with sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.

29/01 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 1/29/2025

U.S. stocks slipped after the Federal Reserve held its main interest rate steady and broke a run of cuts that began in September. The S&P 500 fell 0.5% Wednesday.

29/01 Tesla's fourth-quarter results fall short of Wall Street estimates as rivals steal customers

Tesla’s fourth-quarter net income fell 71% from a year ago when results were boosted by a one-time tax benefit. The latest results fell short of Wall Street forecasts.

29/01 Stock market today: Asian stocks advance ahead of the Fed's rate decision as panic over AI fades

Asian stocks have advanced in thin Lunar New Year trading following a rebound on Wall Street driven by tech stocks as the panic over Chinese AI company DeepSeek faded.

27/01 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 1/27/2025

Wall Street’s superstars are tumbling as a competitor from China threatens to upend the artificial-intelligence frenzy they’ve been feasting on.

24/01 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 1/24/2025

U.S. stocks edged back from their all-time high as they closed out a second straight winning week. The S&P 500 fell 0.3% on Friday, a day after setting a record.

23/01 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 1/23/2025

U.S. stocks rose to their first all-time high of 2025 as Wall Street regained a bit of the momentum that catapulted it to 57 records last year.

21/01 How did financial markets react to President Trump's decisions?

How did financial markets react to President Trump's decisions?

21/01 Stock market today: Asian shares trade mixed in a muted reaction to the U.S. inauguration

Asian shares are mixed in mostly muted trading, despite anticipation for a market reaction to the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump.

17/01 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 1/17/2025

U.S. stock indexes rallied to close out their best week in two months. The S&P 500 rose 1% Friday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.8%, and the Nasdaq composite gained 1.5%.

17/01 Stock market today: Asian shares slip as China says economy hit 5% growth target in '24

Shares are mostly lower in Asia after China reported that its economy grew at a 5% annual pace last year, hitting the government's target but slowing from the year before.

16/01 The top financial watchdog warned that climate change threatens global financial stability

According to the Financial Stability Board, extreme weather events are affecting the economy, with repercussions on lending, insurance and investor confidence. Natural disasters reduce banks' ability to finance recoveries

16/01 Why are interest rates rising when the Fed has been cutting them?

The yield on the 10-year Treasury has recently soared toward its highest level since 2023, injecting nervousness into the U.S. stock market that's knocked indexes from their records.

15/01 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 1/15/2025

U.S. stocks ripped higher after an encouraging update on U.S. inflation. The S&P 500 jumped 1.8% for its best day in two months Wednesday.

14/01 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 1/14/2025

Most U.S. stocks rose following an encouraging update on inflation, but drops for Eli Lilly and some other influential stocks kept indexes in check.

13/01 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 1/13/2025

Drops for Nvidia and other Big Tech companies were offset by gains in health care, energy and other sectors, leaving U.S. stock indexes mixed.

11/01 Dow plunges nearly 700 points in response to good economic news. We can explain.

A strong jobs report is good news for the economy. For stocks, not so much.

10/01 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 1/10/2025

U.S. stocks dropped on worries that good news on the job market may prove to be bad for Wall Street by keeping inflation and interest rates high.

09/01 Rachel Reeves faces furious demands to fly back from China as economy crashes

The Chancellor has flown to China but there is economic chaos at home

09/01 Top Tory erupts as Rachel Reeves misses Commons grilling

The shadow chancellor was granted an urgent question in the House of Commons after a surge in government borrowing costs.

06/01 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 1/6/2025

Rising technology stocks helped U.S. indexes recover more of their holiday-season slide that bridged the new year.

02/01 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 1/2/2025

U.S. stock indexes slipped to start 2025. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% Thursday, marking its first five-day losing streak since April.

31/12 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 12/31/2024

Stock indexes closed mostly lower on Wall Street on the final day of another record-setting year. The S&P 500 slipped 0.4% Tuesday, but still managed to rack up a gain of 23.3% for the year, its second straight year with gains of more than 20%.

27/12 Stock market today: Asian shares advance after a mixed finish on Wall Street

Asian shares are mostly higher, with Japan's benchmark registering strong gains for a second straight day. Oil prices and U.S. futures declined.

21/12 Trump Media shares fall after he transfers his stake to revocable trust

Trump Media & Technology's shares fell about 6% on Friday after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump moved his stake.

19/12 Stock Market Today: Asian shares track Wall Street's selloff after Fed hints at 2 rate cuts in 2025

Shares have skidded in Asia after U.S. stocks tumbled to one of their worst days of the year when the Federal Reserve hinted it may deliver fewer rate cuts in 2025 than earlier thought.

18/12 Dow falls 1,100 points on disappointing Fed interest rate news

Other indexes tanked, as well.

18/12 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 12/18/2024

U.S. stocks sank to their second-worst loss of the year after the Federal Reserve signaled that it may deliver fewer interest rates cuts in 2025 than earlier thought.

18/12 Stock market today: Asian stocks are mostly higher ahead of Federal Reserve's meeting

Asian stocks are mostly higher ahead of the Fed’s last rate decision this year. U.S. futures rose while oil prices were mixed.

17/12 Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Nasdaq sets a record ahead of Fed meeting

Shares are mixed in Asia after the Nasdaq set a record ahead of a meeting by the Federal Reserve later this week that could set the direction for markets in the new year.

16/12 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 12/16/2024

U.S. stock indexes drifted through mixed trading ahead of a meeting by the Federal Reserve later this week that could set Wall Street’s direction into next year.

16/12 Oil prices fell after rising in recent weeks

Tehran - IRNA - The price of oil dropped from its highest level in recent weeks following market traders' focus on the possible decision of the American Central Bank to reduce interest rates.

11/12 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 12/10/2024

U.S. stock indexes drifted lower in the runup to the highlight of the week for the market, the latest update on inflation.

09/12 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 12/9/2024

A slide for market superstar Nvidia helped pull U.S. stock indexes down from their records. The S&P 500 fell 0.6% Monday, coming off its 57th all-time high of the year so far.

06/12 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 12/6/2024

U.S. stocks rose to records after data suggested the job market remains solid enough to keep the economy going, but not so strong that it raises immediate worries about inflation.

05/12 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 12/5/2024

U.S. stocks slipped below their records in the runup to a big jobs report due on Friday. The S&P 500 edged down 0.2% Thursday after setting an all-time high for the 56th time this year the day before.

05/12 Wall Street parties like it's 1998 as AI fuels gains unmatched since dot-com era

The S&P 500 is on track to close 2024 with a gain of nearly 27%, after setting 50 record highs this year.

03/12 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 12/3/2024

U.S. stocks tiptoed to more records after a quiet day of trading. The S&P 500 edged up by 2 points, or less than 0.1%, on Tuesday to set an all-time high for the 55th time this year.

25/11 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 11/25/2024

Stocks closed higher on Wall Street, sending the Dow Jones Industrial Average to another all-time high. The Dow added 1% Monday to the record it set on Friday.

25/11 Stock market today: Asian shares mostly gain after Trump picks billionaire for Treasury post

Shares are mostly higher in Asia, tracking last week's gains on Wall Street. Analysts said investors were viewing President-elect Donald Trump's choice of billionaire investor Scott Bessent as his nominee for Treasury secretary as a relatively market-friendly choice.

22/11 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 11/22/2024

Stocks closed higher on Wall Street, giving the market its fifth gain in a row and notching another record high for the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

21/11 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 11/21/2024

U.S. stocks climbed after market superstar Nvidia and another round of companies said they’re making even fatter profits than expected.

21/11 Nvidia is Wall Street's most valuable company. How it got there, by the numbers

Nvidia has once again turned out quarterly results that exceeded Wall Street’s forecasts. The company has seen soaring demand for its semiconductors, which are used to power artificial intelligence applications.

20/11 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 11/20/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish, though the modest moves for indexes masked some thrashing underneath the surface.

20/11 Stock market today: Asian markets mostly lower as worries over Russia-Ukraine war loom

Asian stocks are mostly lower, despite gains on Wall Street, as worries mount over escalations in the Russia-Ukraine war.

18/11 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 11/18/2024

Most U.S. stocks ticked higher to recover some of their sharp slide from last week. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% Monday for its first gain in three days.

15/11 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 11/14/2024

U.S. stocks slipped as the market’s big burst following Donald Trump’s election continued to cool. The S&P 500 dipped 0.6% Thursday.

13/11 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 11/13/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish after the latest inflation update boosted hopes that more help for the economy will arrive next month from another cut to interest rates.

12/11 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 11/12/2024

U.S. stocks edged lower as momentum came out of the torrid “Trump trade” that swept Wall Street following Donald Trump’s presidential victory.

12/11 Home Depot's Q3 results top Wall Street as pullback in consumer spending eases a bit

Home Depot continued to deal with a pullback in spending from customers in its fiscal third quarter, but it was less severe than in the past, and its performance beat Wall Street’s expectations.

12/11 Stock market today: Asian shares mostly decline, shrugging off Wall Street's overnight rally

Asian shares are trading mostly lower, despite a rally on Wall Street in stocks seen as benefiting the most from Donald Trump’s reelection as president.

11/11 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 11/11/2024

Most U.S. stocks rose on Wall Street, but drops for Nvidia and some other heavyweight Big Tech companies kept indexes in check.

11/11 Taking stock of bonds: Does the 60/40 rule still have a role in retirement savings?

Bonds took a bath in 2022, prompting many investors to give up on the 60/40 investment rule.

09/11 Stocks soared on news of Trump's election. Bonds sank. Here's why.

Stocks and bonds went in different directions as Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 2024 election.

08/11 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 11/8/2024

U.S. stocks coasted to the close of their best week in a year. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% Friday. The index posted its biggest weekly gain since early November 2023, and finished just shy of the 6,000 level.

07/11 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 11/7/2024

Most U.S. stocks rose as the Federal Reserve cut interest rates again to make things easier for the economy. The S&P 500 climbed 0.7% Thursday.

07/11 Stock Market Today: Asian shares retreat after Trump's victory as focus turns to the Fed

Shares have fallen in Asia after U.S. stocks stormed to records as investors made bets on what Donald Trump’s return to the White House will mean for the economy and the world.

06/11 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 11/6/2024

U.S. stocks stormed to records as investors bet on what Donald Trump’s return to the White House will mean for the economy and the world.

06/11 The price of the dollar soars after Donald Trump's historic victory in the 2024 presidential elections

The recent victory of Donald Trump in the 2024 United States elections has triggered a strong reaction in the financial markets, with a significant appreciation of the dollar.

05/11 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 11/5/2024

U.S. stocks rallied as voters headed to the polls on the last day of the presidential election and as more data piled up to show the economy remains solid.

04/11 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 11/4/2024

U.S. stocks drifted ahead of a momentous week full of potential flashpoints, while oil prices climbed and Treasury yields dropped.

02/11 How will financial markets be affected by the US elections?

As the 2024 US presidential election season enters its final days, the race remains very close, as the Democratic candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, and the Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump, continue to compete strongly, armed with radically different visions for America's economic future.

31/10 Rachel Reeves desperately tries to reassure financial markets amid Budget chaos

Critics warned investors have "taken flight after picking over the bones of the huge tax and spending plans".

30/10 Roaring Kitty has dissolved his holdings in Chewy, but meme stocks are alive and well

A pivotal actor in the meme stock craze that began during the pandemic continues to hold a powerful sway over the movement of shares in major U.S. corporations.

28/10 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 10/28/2024

U.S. stocks are rising as gains for Big Tech make up for slides in oil-and-gas stocks after the price of crude tumbled sharply. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% Monday.

25/10 Asian stocks are mostly higher, while Japan's Nikkei falls ahead of weekend election

Asian stocks are mostly higher aside from in Japan, where investors are awaiting the outcome of an election on Sunday. U.S. futures fell and oil prices rose.

17/10 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 10/17/2024

U.S. stocks ended on a mixed note following the latest signals that the U.S. economy continues to hum. The S&P 500 closed little changed Thursday.

08/10 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 10/8/2024

U.S. stocks rebounded as falling oil prices release some of the pressure that built up on the market.

04/10 Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Middle East tensions weigh on Wall St

Asian shares are mixed after worsening tensions in the Middle East sent shares lower on Wall Street. Oil prices rose.

30/09 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 9/30/2024

Wall Street closed its latest winning month and quarter with more records on Monday. The drift higher for U.S. stocks followed a wild start to the week for financial markets in Asia, where Japanese stocks tumbled and Chinese indexes soared.

27/09 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 9/27/2024

The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged up to another record high while declines in tech stocks pulled other indexes lower. The Dow added 0.3% Friday.

25/09 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 9/25/2024

U.S. stocks edged back from their records as financial markets around the world take a pause following big recent moves.

23/09 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 9/23/2024

U.S. stock indexes added slightly to their record highs in relatively subdued trading on Wall Street.

23/09 Asian stocks climb after Wall Street closes its record-setting week mixed

Asian stocks are mostly higher, supported by key rate decisions last week from the U.S. Federal Reserve, Japan, and China. U.S. futures and oil prices were higher.

19/09 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 9/19/2024

Wall Street leapt to record highs as delayed jubilation swept across markets worldwide following the Federal Reserve’s big cut to interest rates.

18/09 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 9/18/2024

Wall Street wavered near its records after the Federal Reserve kicked off its efforts to prevent a recession with a bigger-than-usual cut to interest rates.

17/09 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 9/17/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed close near their all-time highs ahead of a highly anticipated meeting of the Federal Reserve.

17/09 Major update: Multiple rate cuts on the cards

It’s not just one expected interest rate cut – now it’s four.

16/09 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 9/16/2024

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at another all-time high after recouping its losses from early September.

13/09 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 9/13/2024

U.S. stocks rose closer to their records and closed out their best week of the year as hopes built for a big rate cut next week.

12/09 Stock market today: Asian shares rally, encouraged by Wall Street storming back from an early slide

Asian shares are mostly higher, encouraged by gains on Wall Street led by a handful of influential Big Tech companies.

06/09 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 9/6/2024

Another rout hit Wall Street, leaving the market with its worst week in 18 months, after a jobs report billed as the most important of the year came in weak enough to keep worries high about the economy.

05/09 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 9/5/2024

Most U.S. stocks fell following a mixed round of data on the economy, keeping them on track for their worst week since April.

04/09 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 9/4/2024

Stocks lost more ground on Wall Street Wednesday, led by declines in the technology and energy sectors.

04/09 Asian stocks decline, following Wall Street's drop on worries about the economy

Asian stocks are tumbling after Wall Street had its worst day since early August, as a week full of economic updates got off to a weak start. U.S. futures were lower.

03/09 Asian markets are trading mixed as investors wait for key US jobs report

Asian shares are trading mixed as investors look ahead to a key report on U.S. employment set for release later in the week.

28/08 Asian benchmarks mostly decline as markets await Nvidia earnings

Asian shares are trading mostly lower, despite a record high on Wall Street, as investors awaited a closely watched earnings report from Nvidia.

26/08 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 8/26/2024

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record high on Wall Street, even as losses for Big Tech companies pulled the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq composite lower.

26/08 Global stocks mixed after Wall Street rallies as 'time has come' for rate cuts

Global stocks are mixed after U.S. stocks rallied close to their records on the expectation the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest rates soon to help the economy.

21/08 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 8/21/2024

U.S. stocks closed higher after more big companies delivered profit reports that topped analysts’ expectations. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% Wednesday.

20/08 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 8/20/2024

U.S. stocks ticked lower and snapped an eight-day winning streak, the longest of the year. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% Tuesday, but it’s still just 1.2% below its all-time high set last month.

15/08 Global shares trade higher after Wall Street rises and Japan GDP data show growth

Global shares are trading mostly higher after the latest report on U.S. inflation came in almost exactly as economists expected and data on Japan’s economy showed relatively healthy growth.

14/08 Asian shares mixed as jitters calm over global markets while uncertainty lingers

Asian shares traded mixed Wednesday, as Japan’s benchmark perked but quickly ran out of steam from news the prime minister won’t seek re-election as head of the ruling party.

13/08 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 8/13/2024

U.S. stocks rose to one of their best days of the year as Wall Street relaxed after the first of several highly anticipated reports on the economy this week came in better than expected.

12/08 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 8/12/2024

Wall Street is closing mixed after drifting through a quiet day of trading, as markets around the world stabilize following a wild week.

11/08 Between the positive and negative effects... TikTok trends are disturbing the financial markets

Between the positive and negative effects... TikTok trends are disturbing the financial markets

09/08 Global financial meltdown fears after £40bn plunge in a single day

EXCLUSIVE: An expert has warned of the instability of financial markets due to the abrupt unwinding of yen carry trades.

08/08 Asian shares slip after decline on Wall Street led by falling tech stocks

TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares dropped early Thursday morning trading after declines on Wall Street, as the gyrations that recently slammed global markets haunted investors.

07/08 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 8/7/2024

Wall Street slumped after a morning rally evaporated, but the losses weren’t as bad as the manic moves that wracked markets worldwide over the last week.

07/08 Amgen, Airbnb fall; Fortinet, Dynatrace rise, Wednesday, 8/7/2024

Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes on Wednesday: Amgen, Airbnb fall; Fortinet, Dynatrace rise.

06/08 Global financial markets are recovering

Global financial markets are recovering

06/08 What are carry trades and how did they contribute to this week's global market mayhem?

The mayhem that swept across world markets this week was partly caused by a market strategy known as the “carry trade.”

05/08 Apple, Krystal Biotech fall; Tyson Foods, Kellanova rise, Monday, 8/5/2024

Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes on Monday:

05/08 Japan's Nikkei 225 index plunges nearly 7% as global sell-offs resume

Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 stock index has fallen nearly 7%, extending sell-offs that shook markets last week.

02/08 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for September delivery fell $2.79 to $73.52 per barrel Friday. Brent crude for October delivery fell $2.71 to $76.81 per barrel.

02/08 Shares sink in Japan as a tech-driven retreat on Wall St drives selling of chip makers and exporters

Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index has dropped nearly 6% after a broad retreat on Wall Street. The decline was the worst for Tokyo since the worst pandemic selloffs of 2020.

01/08 Stock market today: World shares are mostly lower as Tokyo sinks on stronger yen

Global markets are mostly lower and Japan’s stock index tumbled as the U.S. dollar sank against the yen after the head of the Federal Reserve suggested a cut to interest rates will come soon.

31/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for September delivery rose $3.18 to $77.91 per barrel Wednesday. Brent crude for September delivery rose $2.09 to $80.72 per barrel.

31/07 Stock market today: Asian stocks are higher as Bank of Japan raises benchmark rate

Asian stocks are higher following a decision by the Bank of Japan to raise its benchmark interest rate. The U.S.

29/07 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 7/29/2024

U.S. stock indexes drifted to a mixed close ahead of a week full of earnings reports from Wall Street’s most influential companies and a Federal Reserve meeting on interest rates.

29/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for September delivery fell $1.35 to $75.81 per barrel Monday. Brent crude for September delivery fell $1.35 to $79.78 per barrel.

27/07 Wealthy millennials are rejecting stocks for 'alternative' investments. What are they?

Older investors like stocks. Younger investors prefer "alternatives," including crypto, according to a new industry survey.

26/07 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 7/26/2024

Wall Street rallied following encouraging reports on inflation and on profits at 3M and other big U.S. companies. The S&P 500 rose 1.1% for its best day in seven weeks.

26/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for September delivery fell $1.12 to $77.16 per barrel Friday. Brent crude for September delivery fell $1.24 to $81.13 per barrel.

26/07 Stock market today: Asian shares mostly advance after Wall St comeback from worst loss since 2022

Shares are mostly higher in Asia after Wall Street made a comeback from its worst loss since 2022. U.S. futures and oil prices also rose early Friday after most U.S. stocks climbed following a surprisingly strong report on the U.S. economy that raised hopes for profits at smaller companies.

25/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for September delivery rose 63 cents to $77.59 per barrel Wednesday. Brent crude for September delivery rose 70 cents to $81.71 per barrel.

23/07 Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street breaks losing streak

Shares are mixed in Asia after a rally on Wall Street. U.S. futures edged lower and oil prices were little changed.

22/07 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 7/22/2024

Stocks closed broadly higher on Wall Street Monday, clawing back some of the losses from their worst week since April.

22/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for August delivery fell 35 cents to $79.78 per barrel Monday. Brent crude for September delivery fell 23 cents to $82.40 per barrel.

22/07 The value of Ukrainian Eurobonds has increased

Eurobonds rose after news that the government had reached an agreement with creditors on restructuring.

22/07 Huge country where economy is set to suffer most from Joe Biden's sudden exit

EXCLUSIVE: A possible Donald Trump win in the US presidential election would see one major world nation emerge as a loser, an expert says.

18/07 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 7/18/2024

A widespread washout across Wall Street dragged U.S. stocks lower. The S&P 500 fell 0.8% Thursday to pull further from its all-time high set on Tuesday.

18/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for August delivery fell 3 cents $82.82 per barrel Thursday. Brent crude for September delivery rose 3 cents to $85.11 per barrel.

17/07 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 7/17/2024

Wall Street’s record-breaking rally ran into a wall, as worries about potentially worsening trade tensions with China hit stocks of chip companies.

17/07 Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for August delivery rose $2.09 to $82.85 per barrel Wednesday. Brent crude for September delivery rose $1.35 to $85.08 per barrel.

16/07 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 7/16/2024

U.S. stocks rose to records after several big companies delivered better-than-expected profits for the spring.

12/07 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 7/12/2024

U.S. stocks ended higher after some mixed signals on big banks’ profits and inflation did little to dent Wall Street’s belief that easier interest rates are on the way.

12/07 Stock market today: Asian stocks mixed with volatile yen after Wall Street rises on inflation report

Asian stocks are mixed, with the Japanese yen losing some of its gains after the latest U.S. update on inflation bolstered Wall Street’s belief that relief on interest rates may come as soon as September.

11/07 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 7/11/2024

Most U.S. stocks rose after the latest update on inflation bolstered Wall Street’s belief that relief on interest rates may come as soon as September.

09/07 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 7/9/2024

Stocks closed mixed on Wall Street after testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in front of Congress provided little new guidance on the Fed’s plans on when it might lower interest rates.

08/07 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 7/8/2024

Stocks wavered to a mixed close on Wall Street, nudging the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq composite to more records.

05/07 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 7/5/2024

U.S. stocks rose to more records after a report on the job market bolstered hopes that interest rates may soon get easier.

04/07 Stock market today: Japan's Nikkei 225 hits new record close, leading Asian shares higher

Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 has surged to a record close of 40,913.65, leading markets in most of Asia higher.

03/07 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 7/3/2024

Wall Street’s record-breaking rally kept going after weak reports on the economy kept the door open for possible cuts to interest rates.

03/07 Stock market today: Wall Street hangs around its records at the start of a shortened trading day

U.S. stocks are hanging around their records at the start of a shortened trading day before the Fourth of July holiday.

28/06 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 6/28/2024

Stocks drifted lower on Wall Street, erasing the S&P 500’s gains for the week. The S&P 500 slipped 0.4% Friday, but remains close to the record high it set last week.

27/06 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 6/27/2024

Stocks inched higher on Wall Street as markets wait for a key report on inflation. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1% Thursday.

27/06 Putin facing 'death of the economy' as Russian bank issues bombshell warning

The Kremlin is finding it increasingly difficult to receive payments for its crucial energy and agricultural exports.

26/06 Stock market today: World shares advance after Nvidia's rebound offsets weakness on Wall St

Shares have advanced in Europe and Asia after a rebound for Nvidia offset weakness on Wall Street. Strength in technology shares spilled into Asian trading, pushing prices higher in Tokyo and Hong Kong.

25/06 All eyes are on Nvidia's stock, so what's been going on?

In the past few days, Nvidia’s shares have lost billions in market value and the chipmaker has slipped off its perch as the most valuable stock on Wall Street.

21/06 Stock market today: Asian shares mostly decline as Nvidia weighs on Wall Street

Asian shares are mostly lower after a retreat on Wall Street, where a drop in Nvidia stock pulled stocks lower.

18/06 Remoaners torn apart as Brexit UK triumphs after LSE soars above EU rival

Tory candidate Marco Longhi said the new data has proven Brexit doom-mongers completely wrong.

17/06 China's central bank injected more than $25 billion into the financial system under the MLF

The interest rate on one-year loans issued under the MLF remained at 2.5%. The last time the Central Bank changed it was in August 2023, when it was reduced by 15 basis points.

14/06 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 6/14/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed close as caution crept into financial markets heading into the weekend.

14/06 Stock market today: Asian shares mixed after AI hopes nudge Wall St to records. BOJ stands pat

Asian shares are mixed after Wall Street’s continued frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology nudged indexes on Wall Street to more records.

13/06 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 6/13/2024

Most U.S. stocks fell, but hopes for coming cuts to interest rates and Wall Street’s continued frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology sent indexes to more record highs.

13/06 Broadcom, Korn Ferry rise; Signet Jewelers, Oxford Industries fall, Thursday, 6/13/2024

Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Thursday: Broadcom, Korn Ferry rise; Signet Jewelers, Oxford Industries fall.

13/06 Stock market today: Asia shares rise amid Bank of Japan focus after the Fed stands pat

Asian shares are mostly higher as investors turn their attention to what the Bank of Japan might decide on monetary policy later this week.

12/06 Mexican peso weakens as next president vows to forge ahead with 20 reforms - and adds a couple more

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican peso continued to weaken Tuesday as Mexico’s outgoing president — and his successor — vowed to forge ahead with some 20 c onstitutional changes that have rattled investors. Claudia Sheinbaum won this month’s presidential election. But she has spent much of the time since then trying to reassure markets, while yielding...

11/06 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 6/11/2024

Stocks drifted to a mixed close overall on Wall Street, but the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite still managed to notch more record highs.

11/06 Stock market today: Asian stocks are mixed ahead of this week's Fed meeting

Asian stocks are mixed in a busy week with several top-tier reports on U.S. inflation due along with a policy meeting of the Federal Reserve.

07/06 Stock market today: World stocks are mixed ahead of key U.S. jobs data

World stocks are mixed after a steady day on Wall Street as markets anticipate key U.S. jobs data to be revealed later in the day.

06/06 Stock market today: Asian stocks rise after Wall Street barrels to records

HONG KONG (AP) — Asian markets rose Thursday after Wall Street barreled to records Wednesday as the frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology keeps sending stocks higher.

06/06 Trump Media wants probe into stock manipulation, blames ‘naked’ short sellers for losses

Trump's namesake social media company wants the Nasdaq to cooperate in an investigation of alleged market manipulation of the company’s shares.

06/06 Nvidia stock split: Investors who hold shares by end of Thursday trading to be impacted

Investors who hold Nvidia stock by the end of trading Thursday will be impacted by the stock split. Here's what to know.

05/06 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 6/5/2024

Wall Street barreled to all-time highs as its frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology keeps sending stocks higher.

05/06 Live: Australian shares to follow Wall Street gains, Nvidia joins $3 trillion club

Australian shares are set to rise as Wall Street rose overnight and the Bank of Canada's decision to cut rates by 25 basis points for the first time since March 2020 increases hopes for the European Central Bank to follow. 

03/06 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 6/3/2024

Stocks ended mixed on Wall Street following the latest signal showing the U.S. economy is slowing. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1% Monday after erasing a midday slump.

31/05 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 5/31/2024

Stocks ended mostly higher on Wall Street, closing out the market’s latest winning month. The S&P 500 shook off a midday slump and ended 0.8% higher Friday.

31/05 Trump Media stock falls after Donald Trump convicted in criminal hush money trial

Trump Media shares fell as much as 15% as investors took stock of Donald Trump’s guilty verdict on all 34 felony counts in criminal hush money trial.

30/05 Stock market today: Asian shares track Wall Street's retreat

Shares have retreated in Asia after U.S. stocks fell under the weight of higher yields in the bond market. U.S. futures sank and oil prices fell back.

28/05 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 5/28/2024

Most U.S. stocks fell as a tick higher in bond yields tightened the screws a bit on Wall Street following a three-day weekend.

28/05 Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after US holiday quiet

Shares are mixed in Asia after U.S. markets were closed for the Memorial Day holiday. Oil prices and U.S. futures were higher.

24/05 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 5/24/2024

U.S. stocks rose in a bounce back from Wall Street’s worst day since April. The S&P 500 gained 0.7% to win back all its losses from earlier in the week.

23/05 As Trump Media reported net loss of more than $320 million, share prices fell 13%

Trump Media, the parent company of Truth Social, trading on the stock market as DJT, reported more than $300 million in losses in Q1 of 2024.

23/05 Nvidia announces 10-for-1 stock split, revenue gains in first quarter earnings report

Nvidia also reported large revenue gains in its first quarter earnings report Wednesday.

22/05 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 5/22/2024

U.S. stock indexes pulled back from their records as concerns about high interest rates weighed on the market.

22/05 Ukrainian banks received record profits since the beginning of the year

Incomes of solvent banks of Ukraine for January-April increased by 17.3% to 159.999 billion hryvnias.

21/05 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 5/21/2024

U.S. stock indexes drifted higher to set more records following another quiet day of trading. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% Tuesday to surpass its record set last week.

20/05 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 5/20/2024

U.S. stock indexes drifted to a mixed finish after a quiet day of trading, and the Nasdaq composite rose to another record. The Nasdaq climbed 0.7% Monday.

18/05 The Dow hit a new record. What it tells us about the economy, what it means for 401(k)s.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended above 40,000 for the first time. Here's what the stock market milestone means for the economy and your 401(k).

17/05 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 5/17/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mostly higher close on Wall Street, marking their fourth winning week in a row. The S&P 500 rose 0.1% Friday.

16/05 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 5/16/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed close near their record levels after the Dow Jones Industrial Average briefly topped the 40,000 level for the first time.

16/05 Stock market today: Asian shares advance after another round of Wall St records

Asian shares are mostly higher after U.S. stocks rallied to records on hopes that inflation is heading back in the right direction.

15/05 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 5/15/2024

U.S. stocks rallied to records on hopes that inflation is heading back in the right direction. The S&P 500 jumped 1.2% Wednesday to top its prior all-time high set in March.

15/05 Stock market today: Asian markets follow Wall Street higher ahead of key inflation update

Asian stocks have advanced after a rally on Wall Street took the Nasdaq composite to a record high. U.S. futures and oil prices also gained.

14/05 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 5/14/2024

Stocks ended higher on Wall Street, sending the Nasdaq composite to another record. The S&P 500 rose 0.5% Tuesday, and is sitting just shy of its own all-time high.

13/05 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 5/13/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed close near their record heights. The S&P 500 ended little changed Monday and is less than 1% below its record set at the end of March.

09/05 Airbnb, Topgolf Callaway fall; HubSpot, Cheesecake Factory rise, Thursday, 5/9/2024

Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Thursday: Airbnb, Topgolf Callaway fall; HubSpot, Cheesecake Factory rise.

08/05 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 5/8/2024

Stock drifted to a mixed close as Wall Street remains in a lull. The S&P 500 closed little changed Wednesday, after a big three-day winning streak gave way to a tiny gain the prior day.

08/05 Uber, Shopify fall; Lyft, Arista Networks rise, Wednesday, 5/8/2024

Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Wednesday: Uber, Shopify fall; Lyft, Arista Networks rise.

03/05 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 5/3/2024

Stocks closed sharply higher on Wall Street, erasing their losses for the week, after the government reported a cooldown in hiring last month.

03/05 The RBA warning Australians will be issued

As high interest rates bite millions of homeowners and the spectre of inflation still making itself felt at the checkout, Australians will be keen to know what is going through Michele Bullock’s mind.

01/05 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 5/1/2024

U.S. stocks finished mixed after the head of the Federal Reserve said the cuts to interest rates that Wall Street craves so much are still likely, even if they’re delayed because of stubbornly high inflation.

30/04 Stock market today: Asian shares mostly rise to start a week full of earnings, Fed meeting

Asian shares are trading mostly higher as investors kept their eyes on potentially market-moving reports expected later this week.

26/04 Stock market today: Asian benchmarks mostly climb despite worries about US economy

Asian shares are mostly higher despite worries about the economic outlook and inflation in the U.S. and globally.

25/04 Stock market today: Asian benchmarks mostly slide as investors focus on earnings

Asian shares are mostly lower as investors look ahead to a flood of global earnings reports, including from U.S. companies known as the “Magnificent Seven.”

24/04 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 4/24/2024

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish. The S&P 500 closed little changed Wednesday after a two-day winning streak erased nearly two-thirds of last week’s steep loss.

23/04 Stock market today: Asian stocks track Wall Street gains ahead of earnings reports

Asian benchmarks are mostly higher after U.S. stocks clawed back some of their losses from last week. The yen weakened further to fresh 34-year lows.

19/04 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 4/19/2024

The worst week for big technology stocks since the COVID crash in 2020 dragged Wall Street across the finish line of another losing week.

19/04 The price of Bitcoin rose to 64 thousand dollars

Bitcoin was trading at $64,739.04 on Friday, up 5% from a day earlier, according to CoinDesk.

19/04 Stock market today: Japan’s Nikkei leads Asian market retreat as Middle East tensions flare

Asian stocks have tumbled, with Japan’s Nikkei slumping 2.4% on heavy selling of semiconductor-related shares and other market heavyweights.

18/04 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 4/18/2024

U.S. stock indexes drifted to a mixed close following more reports showing the economy remains stronger than expected. The S&P 500 index fell 0.2% Thursday.

17/04 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 4/17/2024

Sinking technology stocks sent Wall Street lower again, and the S&P 500 fell to its fourth straight loss.

16/04 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 4/16/2024

Most U.S. stocks slipped as Treasury yields climbed again on rising expectations that interest rates may stay high for a while. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% Tuesday.

16/04 UnitedHealth Group, Morgan Stanley rise; PNC Financial, Live Nation fall, Tuesday, 4/16/2024

Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Tuesday: UnitedHealth Group, Morgan Stanley rise; PNC Financial, Live Nation fall.

15/04 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 4/15/2024

U.S. stocks slumped after higher yields in the bond market cranked up the pressure on Wall Street. The S&P 500 fell 1.2% Monday.

12/04 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 4/12/2024

U.S. stocks fell sharply following a mixed start to earnings reporting season. The S&P 500 sank 1.5% Friday.

11/04 U.S. stocks soar above global markets, giving investors solid path for growth

U.S. markets are far outpacing their global counterparts in 2024, continuing a decade-long trend of strong growth compared with the rest of the world.

10/04 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 4/10/2024

U.S. stocks fell on worries that what seemed like a blip in the battle to bring down inflation is turning into a trend. The S&P 500 lost 0.9% Wednesday.

09/04 Stock market today: Asia stocks rise with market focus on signs of interest rate cut

Asia stocks are mostly higher, with investors mainly focusing on a U.S. inflation report and what it means for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

08/04 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 4/8/2024

Stocks drifted to a mixed close after last week’s roller-coaster ride left them shy of their records.

05/04 How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 4/5/2024

Stocks posted solid gains on Wall Street as a strong report on employment showed the U.S. economy continues to chug along. The S&P 500 rose 1.1% Friday.

04/04 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 4/4/2024

U.S. stocks slumped after a Federal Reserve official raised the possibility of delivering none of the cuts to interest rates this year that Wall Street has been banking on, if inflation worsens.

03/04 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 4/3/2024

Stocks closed mostly higher, as Wall Street steadied itself following its worst day in weeks. The S&P 500 rose 0.1% Wednesday, clawing back a bit of its loss from the prior day.

03/04 Stock market today: Asian shares drop after Wall Street sinks on rate worries

Asian shares are mostly declining after Wall Street broke its record-breaking run-up. Benchmarks dropped in Wednesday afternoon trading in Tokyo, Sydney, Seoul, Hong Kong and Shanghai.

02/04 How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday, 4/2/2024

Stocks had their worst day in four weeks, as Wall Street hits the brakes on what’s been a nearly unstoppable romp. The S&P 500 fell 0.7% Tuesday.

01/04 How major US stock indexes fared Monday, 4/1/2024

Stocks slipped from their record heights after a surprisingly strong report on U.S. manufacturing raised worries about how much interest rates could ease this year.

29/03 DJT stock hits turbulence: More volatility ahead for Trump's high-flying Truth Social

Truth Social's parent company soared out of the gate Tuesday but volatile trading shook Trump's namesake social media company Thursday.

28/03 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 3/28/2024

Wall Street coasted to its latest winning month and quarter by rising to more records. The S&P 500 rose 0.1% Thursday, adding to its all-time high set the day before.

27/03 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 3/27/2024

U.S. stocks broke out of a three-day lull and closed at another record high. The S&P 500 added 0.9% Wednesday, beating the all-time high it set last week.

25/03 Stock market today: Asian shares trade mixed after Wall Street closes near record finish

Asian shares are trading mixed as investors await further indications of future U.S. interest rate cuts. Chinese markets rose while shares fell in Tokyo and Seoul.

21/03 How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 3/21/2024

Stocks extended their push into record heights on Wall Street, led by big gains in chipmakers. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% Thursday to set an all-time high for a third straight day.

20/03 How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 3/20/2024

Stocks rallied to more records after the Federal Reserve indicated it’s still likely to deliver the cuts to interest rates this year that Wall Street craves.

20/03 Chipotle, General Mills rise; Signet Jewelers, Nasdaq fall, Wednesday, 3/20/2024

Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Wednesday: Chipotle, General Mills rise; Signet Jewelers, Nasdaq fall, Tuesday.