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Latest News in Stock Market and Investments – March 28, 2011

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Stocks advance for 4th day

U.S. stocks advanced for a fourth straight session Monday, but the gains were modest as investors remained cautious and continued to focus on global developments.

Oil slips, but gas keeps climbing

Oil prices came under pressure Monday, tumbling below $104 a barrel, but gasoline prices continued to move higher nationwide.

Investors focus on jobs

As Wall Street continues to digest events overseas, investors will focus on the U.S. job market this week.

Bonds caught in tug-of-war

Caught between geopolitical and environmental disasters worldwide, a tepid U.S. economic recovery and long-term fiscal debt issue, the bond market has been trading in a pretty tight range lately.

Tech earnings lift stocks

U.S. stocks posted solid gains on Thursday, as positive earnings in the technology sector offset ongoing concerns related to Japan and spreading unrest in the Middle East.

Oil – near $106 and rising

Crude oil prices moved above $106 a barrel again Thursday before retreating, as a confluence of war, natural disasters and Japan’s nuclear problems unnerved investors.

Euro gains as inflation concern trumps debt fear

The euro gained ground in Thursday trading as Europe’s fight against inflation appeared to take precedence over a renewal of the continent’s debt crisis.

Treasuries fall after $7 billion Fed purchase

Treasury prices fell back slightly after the Federal Reserve purchased $7.56 billion in government bonds Wednesday.

$105 oil: ‘It’s the perfect storm’

Tensions in the Middle East and Libya show no signs of abating. Japan is dealing with post-earthquake rebuilding and major nuclear issues. And the U.S. is entering prime driving season.

Stocks face ‘tremendous’ risks

After three days of rallying to reclaim pre-Japan earthquake levels, U.S. stocks slipped back into the red on Tuesday. Fatigued investors took a step back and considered lingering problems in Japan and across the Arab world.

Market roller-coaster ride not over

Forget about all the buzzer beaters and upsets in the NCAA basketball tournament. If you want real madness, check out the stock market this month.

Treasuries steady despite worldwide turmoil

Treasury prices registered a modest drop Tuesday as Japan continued to make progress containing its nuclear disaster.

Oil prices resume upward march

After a slow start to the trading session, oil prices moved higher Tuesday as investors continued to focus attention on the conflict in Libya.

Stocks rally for third day, Dow jumps 178

U.S. stocks rallied for a third day on Monday, as fears about Japan’s damaged nuclear plants eased and investors cheered a huge merger in the telecommunications industry.

Stuck in reverse: Split doesn’t fix Citi

Citigroup will soon escape penny stock status. Shares of the beleaguered bank have, for the most part, been stuck below the $5 level for the better part of two years.

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