Articles By: Wall Street Sector Selector Staff
Bad News is Good News for European Investors
European investors became bullish after dismal Eurozone GDP data raised hopes for increased intervention by the European Central Bank
Small Business Optimism Index Surprises Investors
Investors were surprised when the April Small Business Optimism Index jumped past the recovery average of 90.7 to reach
VIX Rises on Tuesday Despite New S&P 500 Record High
VIX managed to increase on a day when Small Business Confidence Index beat expectations and the S&P 500 set new record intraday and closing highs
European Stocks Rebound after Disappointment from Germany
European stocks regained strength on Tuesday following a morning slump resulting from a disappointing report on German investor confidence
Retail Sales Report Surprises Investors
Investors were pleasantly surprised when the Commerce Department report on April Retail Sales beat expectations
VIX Slips on Monday
Despite weekend reports that the Federal Reserve plans to taper back its quantitative easing program, the VIX made a retreat on Monday
European Stocks Struggle Ahead of GDP Data
European stocks had a tough day on Monday as concern about Wednesday’s release of Eurozone GDP data weighed on the minds of investors
Ben Bernanke Discusses Financial Oversight
On Friday, Ben Bernanke spoke out concerning the Federal Reserve’s efforts to avoid another financial crisis
VIX Retreats on Friday
On a day which brought another record high close for both the S&P 500 and the Dow, the VIX dropped back to 12.59.
European Stocks Bring Positive Finish to the Week
With the ECB covering their backs and two strong industrial production reports, European investors continued to buy stocks despite the recession
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