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Canada Jobs on Agenda for Next Week
Baystreet - Fri Nov 1, 2:46PM CDT
Baystreet
Fri Nov 1, 2:46PM CDT
Monday U.S. Economic Lookahead Factory orders (Sept.) Featured Earnings Vertex Pharmaceuticals ...
Top 3 Reliable Utility Stocks for Stable Long-Term Growth
Barchart - Mon Oct 7, 8:02AM CDT
Barchart
Mon Oct 7, 8:02AM CDT
Looking for income and long-term growth? These three utilities might be the way to go.
Stocks Close Higher on Chip Stock Strength and China Stimulus
Barchart - Thu Sep 26, 3:41PM CDT
Barchart
Thu Sep 26, 3:41PM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed up by +0.40%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.62%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +0.72%. Stocks rallied Thursday, with the S&P 500 posting a new all-time...
Stock Indexes are Moderately Higher as Chip Stocks Lead the Advance
Barchart - Thu Sep 26, 10:19AM CDT
Barchart
Thu Sep 26, 10:19AM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +0.37%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.51%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.42%. Stocks are climbing today, with the S&P 500 posting a new...
Stocks Rally on Chip Stock Strength and Chinese Stimulus
Barchart - Thu Sep 26, 9:04AM CDT
Barchart
Thu Sep 26, 9:04AM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +0.63%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.66%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +1.15%. Stocks are climbing today, with the S&P 500 posting a new...
Nasdaq Futures Soar as Micron’s Strong Outlook Boosts Sentiment, U.S. GDP Data and Fed Speak in Focus
Barchart - Thu Sep 26, 4:40AM CDT
Barchart
Thu Sep 26, 4:40AM CDT
December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are trending up +1.33% this morning as market participants cheered forecast-beating quarterly results and guidance from semiconductor giant Micron, while also awaiting a flurry of U.S. economic data and remarks from Federal Reserve officials.
What Sectors and Stocks May Perform Best After September Rate Cuts?
Barchart - Mon Aug 19, 10:38AM CDT
Barchart
Mon Aug 19, 10:38AM CDT
Understanding the relationship between interest rates and the stock market is essential for investors. By grasping how rate changes can affect various financial instruments, investors can make more informed decisions and better prepare for shifts in the economic landscape. Knowing the potential impacts on investments can lead to more strategic and profitable choices, whether rates are rising or falling. Which sectors and stocks could offer better returns?
As Skyrocketing Power Demand Sparks Up Utility Stocks, This ETF is a Buy
Barchart - Fri Aug 9, 1:23PM CDT
Barchart
Fri Aug 9, 1:23PM CDT
PJM Interconnection just held an auction for supplemental electricity to be delivered in 2025 and 2026, and the clearing price was nearly 10 times the level set at the last auction two years ago. The market has spoken, and it's saying that you're going to have to pay a lot more for reliable electric power. That's great news for electric utilities; here's one ETF to invest in the trend.
Stocks Settle Higher on Trump Speculation
Barchart - Mon Jul 15, 3:42PM CDT
Barchart
Mon Jul 15, 3:42PM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Monday closed up +0.28%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.53%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.27%. Stock indexes rallied Monday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrials posting new...
15 U.S. stocks likely to weather a market correction
The Globe and Mail - Thu Jul 11, 3:41PM CDT
The Globe and Mail
Thu Jul 11, 3:41PM CDT
We are looking for high-calibre U.S. stocks identified with a quality factor investment strategy
Stocks Settle Little Changed Ahead of Friday’s US Payroll Report
Barchart - Thu Jun 6, 3:37PM CDT
Barchart
Thu Jun 6, 3:37PM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed down -0.02%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.20%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.07%. Stock indexes on Thursday settled little changed. Stock indexes Thursday morning initially moved higher,...
Stocks Recover Early Losses on Strong Corporate Earnings
Barchart - Wed May 8, 10:25AM CDT
Barchart
Wed May 8, 10:25AM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is up +0.04%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.21%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.14%. US stock indexes this morning recovered from early losses and are slightly higher...
Stocks Weaken on Higher Bond Yields and Negative Corporate News
Barchart - Wed May 8, 9:01AM CDT
Barchart
Wed May 8, 9:01AM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is down -0.32%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.08%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.43%. US stock indexes this morning are being pressured by higher T-note yields and...
3 Energy Dividend Stocks Leading the S&P 500 Higher
Barchart - Thu Apr 18, 6:30PM CDT
Barchart
Thu Apr 18, 6:30PM CDT
These three energy dividend stocks have outperformed the S&P 500 on a year-to-date basis, and rank among the index's top 20 performers of 2024 so far.
Stocks Settle Mostly Higher as Powell Affirms Rate Cuts This Year
Barchart - Wed Apr 3, 3:36PM CDT
Barchart
Wed Apr 3, 3:36PM CDT
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Wednesday closed up +0.11%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.11%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.21%. Stock indexes on Wednesday settled mixed, with the Dow Jones Industrials falling to a...
Stocks Finish Lower Ahead of Thursday’s Core PCE Deflator Report
Barchart - Wed Feb 28, 3:35PM CST
Barchart
Wed Feb 28, 3:35PM CST
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed down -0.17%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.061%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.54%. Stock indexes on Wednesday posted moderate losses. Long liquidation pressure from recent record...
Stocks Decline Ahead of Thursday’s Key Inflation Report
Barchart - Wed Feb 28, 10:15AM CST
Barchart
Wed Feb 28, 10:15AM CST
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is down -0.15%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.21%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.49%. Stock indexes this morning are moderately lower. Long liquidation pressure from recent record...
Stocks Fall Back Ahead of Thursday’s PCE Deflator Report
Barchart - Wed Feb 28, 9:19AM CST
Barchart
Wed Feb 28, 9:19AM CST
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is down -0.34%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.50%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.68%. Stock indexes this morning are moderately lower. Long liquidation pressure from recent record...
NRG Energy swings to profit in fourth quarter on core unit strength
SYNDTGAM - Wed Feb 28, 8:19AM CST
SYNDTGAM
Wed Feb 28, 8:19AM CST
NRG reported a higher net income for the quarter ending Dec. 31 at $482-million compared to a loss of nearly $1.10-billion last year
3 Best Dividend ETFs to Buy for Passive Income
Barchart - Wed Jan 3, 1:35PM CST
Barchart
Wed Jan 3, 1:35PM CST
High-yield dividend ETFs, such as SCHD, offer investors the ability to create a passive income stream for life at a relatively low cost.
Does It Make Sense to Invest in a Company With Its Name on a Stadium?
Motley Fool - Thu Sep 7, 2023
Motley Fool
Thu Sep 7, 2023
Look beyond the big print.
Elliott Calls for New CEO and Strategic Review at NRG Energy
PR Newswire - Tue Jun 27, 2023
PR Newswire
Tue Jun 27, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Elliott Investment Management L.P. ("Elliott"), which manages funds that have an investment of approximately $1 billion representing a more...
Why This Activist Investor Has Zeroed In On NRG
Barchart - Mon Jun 26, 2023
Barchart
Mon Jun 26, 2023
Elliott Management has taken an equity position in NRG Energy, a mid-cap utilities company which has stagnated in recent years. The activist investor is seeking to unlock value from changes in leadership, strategy, and operations.
NRG Fastest Mover in S&P As Activist Investor Pushes For Change
MarketBeat - Fri Jun 23, 2023
MarketBeat
Fri Jun 23, 2023
NRG Energy soared 3.94% as the company announced measures including an anticipated increase in free cash flow, debt reduction, and increased share buybacks.
Stock Index Futures Plunge as Economic Outlook Darkens, PMI Data in Focus
Barchart - Fri Jun 23, 2023
Barchart
Fri Jun 23, 2023
September S&P 500 futures (ESU23) are down -0.49%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU23) are down -0.64% this morning as a series of interest rate hikes by central banks intensified fears of a global economic downturn.