US stock indexes edge higher in early trading, a day after sell-off; euro continues to slide
U.S. stock indexes are opening higher, a day after a sell-off prompted by worries about higher U.S. interest rates and a stronger dollar.
US stocks follow global markets sharply lower on worries over possible US interest rates hikes
U.S. stocks fell sharply as fears of over possible interest rates hikes by the Federal Reserve roiled financial markets around the globe.
Global stock markets dogged by prospect of rise in US interest rates this year
Global stock markets dipped Tuesday as the prospect of higher U.S. interest rates dimmed the outlook for equities and boosted the dollar.
Global stocks fall after strong US jobs data sparks concern Fed might move up rate rise
Global stocks fell Monday after strong U.S. jobs data increased chances that the Federal Reserve will move up its timetable for raising interest rates.
Asian stocks fall after strong US jobs data sparks concern Fed might move up rate rise
Asian stock markets fell Monday after strong U.S. jobs data increased chances that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates sooner.
US stock indexes drift as investors weigh economic data; oil prices resume slide
U.S. financial markets drifted in morning trading Thursday, with energy stocks among the biggest decliners as crude oil prices fell.
US markets edge below record highs ahead of second day of testimony by Fed chief Yellen
U.S. financial markets eased back from record highs in early trading Wednesday.
World stocks advance ahead of Yellen remarks, Greek reforms for loan extension
World stocks were mostly higher and the dollar strengthened Tuesday as investors awaited remarks from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen and the Greek government prepared to unveil reforms aimed at winning final approval for extended rescue loans.
US stocks open lower before Fed minutes are released; energy stocks drop
US stocks opened lower on Wednesday, pulling back from record levels.
US employers added 257K jobs, wages rose and more Americans sought work in January
U.S. employers hired at a stellar pace last month, wages rose by the most in six years, and Americans responded by streaming into the job market to find work.
World stocks surge, led by China, extending volatile pattern of sharp gains and losses
Global stock markets swung higher Thursday, led by a surge in Chinese shares, extending a volatile pattern of sharp sell-offs and rousing gains as investors second guess uncertain prospects for the world economy.
As the global economy struggles, stronger dollar means cheaper gas and less inflation in US
As the global economy has weakened, a forcefully stronger U.S. dollar has emerged.
For 2015, investors expect more gains for stocks, but they're still cautious about Russia
Can the U.S. hold everyone else above water? That is the question investors are asking as Wall Street heads into 2015.
Global markets rise as oil rebounds, Fed pledges not to rush US interest rate hikes
Global markets were mostly higher Monday after the Federal Reserve's pledge not to rush to raise interest rates prompted investors to add risky assets ahead of the year-end holiday.
For 2015, investors expect more gains for stocks, but they're still cautious about Russia
Can the U.S. hold everyone else above water? That is the question investors are asking as Wall Street heads into 2015.
Asian stock markets boosted by Fed vow to be "patient" in raising interest rates
Asian stock markets powered higher Thursday, sweeping aside worries about a flagging global economy after the U.S. Federal Reserve said it would remain "patient" in its approach to raising interest rates.
World stocks extend rout but China index rises as weak data fuels stimulus hope
Asian and European stocks slid Tuesday as further weakness in oil prices and the slumping Russian ruble helped extend the global market rout.
Asian stock markets slide after Wall Street tumble as Sydney cafe siege unfolds
Asian stocks slid Monday after Wall Street suffered its biggest weekly loss in more than two years following another slump in oil prices.
China stocks jump as disappointing export data fuels stimulus hopes
Chinese stocks surged after disappointing exports raised investor hopes of more stimulus while gains on other Asian markets were restrained despite an upbeat U.S. jobs report.
Europe stocks lower, Asia mixed after ECB inaction, ahead of US jobs report
World stocks were dulled Friday by caution ahead of the monthly U.S. jobs report after the European Central Bank delayed any additional stimulus to early next year.