Daily Data Flow
Stocks Fall to Open Year for First Time Since 2008
Following 2013’s sizable gains, stocks fell today, marking the first time the S&P 500 has fallen in a year-opening session since 2008.
U.S. Dollar Hits Best Daily Gain in Five Months
Thanks to good economic data, including high U.S. factory activity, which raised speculation that the Federal Reserve will continue tapering its stimulus, the U.S. dollar rose today against several rival currencies, including the euro and yen.
Gold Rings in New Year with Gain
Physical buying boosted gold almost 2% higher today.
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Stocks Rise in Short Trading Day on Strong Home Sales
U.S. stocks rose during a shortened trading session today, extending records, due in part to forecast-beating data for durable goods orders and new home sales.
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Bright Economic Outlook Boosts Dollar
In today’s shortened pre-holiday trading, the U.S. dollar rose, thanks to bright economic data boosting convictions that the Federal Reserve will continue tapering its stimulus.
Stocks Rocket to Records on Taper News
After the Federal Reserve announced it would trim its monthly stimulus starting in January, U.S. stocks surged, sending both the S&P 500 and the Dow to record high closes.