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Latest News in Stock Market and Investments – Jan 10, 2011

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Stocks slip on eurozone jitters

U.S. stocks trimmed earlier losses but remained under pressure Monday, following a sell-off in European markets as investors worry about a possible bailout for Portugal.

Stocks brace for earnings test

Stocks kicked off 2011 with gains last week despite lackluster economic news, but the week ahead could be more challenging as the quarterly earnings season gets underway.

Bank stocks drag markets lower

U.S. stocks came off session lows but ended weaker Friday afternoon after a court ruled against Wells Fargo and US Bancorp in a foreclosure case. The ruling sparked a sell off in bank stocks that rippled through the broader market.

Stocks stall ahead of December jobs report

U.S. stocks ended mixed Thursday afternoon, as the dollar strengthened and investors mulled a rise in jobless claims and softer-than-expected same-store retail sales ahead of the December jobs report due Friday.

Dow climbs again in 3-day winning streak

U.S. stocks climbed Wednesday, with the Dow posting a fresh two-year high for the third day in a row, as investors started to position themselves for the new year.

After rocky day, stocks end mixed

After a tumultuous day, U.S. stocks ended mixed Tuesday, as investors mulled over reports on auto sales, factory orders and the Federal Reserve’s December meeting.

Stock outlook for 2011: Recovery rally will continue

Stocks have had a great run since bottoming out nearly two years ago, and Wall Street experts anticipate 2011 to be no different.

Stocks off to a rockin’ start in 2011

The Dow closed at a fresh two-year high Monday, getting the new year off to a strong start, after manufacturing and construction data stoked optimism about the economy.

Dollar could face wild ride in 2011

If the past 365 days are any indication, 2011 could be a wild ride for the U.S. dollar.

Stocks: New year, same old risks

As we kick off 2011, investors are hoping to put some of the stomach churning market swings behind them. But there are still challenges that could cause some bumps in the ongoing road to recovery.

Pop the cork! Dow ends year up 11%

Traders are ready to ring in 2011 after celebrating the end of a year featuring double-digit gains.

2010: The year of uncertainty and volatility

2010 was a year marked by uncertainty and volatility, to say the least.

Treasuries get a year-end boost

U.S. treasury prices rose during a shortened trading session Friday, ending a volatile year on a positive note.

Stocks wilt in muted trading day

U.S. stocks ended Thursday’s trading session slightly in the red, as trading volume remains light during the last week of the year.

Dow posts 2-year high in quiet trading

Stocks crept to yet another two-year record in quiet trading Wednesday, as traders look to end the year on a high note.

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