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Stock Market Today: Dow, Nasdaq Snap Daily Win Streaks

The major benchmarks looked like they were heading for a 10th straight win today but turned lower into the close.

Kiplinger · Dec 20, 2023

Stock market today: Asian shares gain after Wall Street ticks higher amid rate-cut hopes

Asian shares have mostly advanced after Wall Street ticked higher amid hopes that Japan's moves to keep interest rates easy for investors could augur similar trends in the rest of the world

The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2023

Waning Influence Of OPEC+ In Spotlight As Prices Flag

Despite slashing oil production for months on end and announcing new cuts in late November, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its ten allies have struggled to boost flagging prices.

International Business Times · Dec 20, 2023

Stock Market Today: Mega-Cap Stocks Help Nasdaq Outperform

A down day for Apple put pressure on the Dow but the 30-stock index still nabbed a new record close.

Kiplinger · Dec 18, 2023

Oil Prices Surge In Wake Of Red Sea Attacks

Oil prices shot up nearly 3% on Monday as more companies suspended shipping through the Red Sea following attacks on vessels by Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels.

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2023

Stocks And Bonds Get A Boost From The Fed And The Treasury Department – Will The Santa Claus Rally Bring More Gains?

One of the drivers for last week's gains was comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell signaling the end of the current monetary cycle tightening and the preparation for pivot — interest rate cuts.

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2023

Asian Markets Mostly Down As Fed Rate-cut Rally Fades

Asian markets fell Monday as traders took a step back following last week's rally, with Federal Reserve officials looking to temper expectations the US central bank will cut interest rates several times next year.

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2023

Has The Fed Won The Battle Against Inflation?

The US Federal Reserve's decision to hold its key lending rate on Wednesday and pencil in three interest rate cuts next year has fueled optimism that its inflation battle is won.

International Business Times · Dec 17, 2023

Stock Market Today: S&P 500 Nabs Longest Weekly Win Streak in 6 Years

The major indexes made modest moves Friday, but ended with impressive weekly gains.

Kiplinger · Dec 15, 2023

Dow Soars Over 1000 Points, Mortgage Rates Drop Below 7%

Explore the recent stock market highs, dive into the dip in gas prices and mortgage rates, and uncover how economic trends can impact politics.

Top News · Dec 15, 2023