Economics

Markets Enter Unknown Territory as U.S, EU Begin Imposing Sanctions On Russia

Posted on: Monday, March 17, 2014 - 11:36am

The next several weeks could be a critical and historic time for U.S. and European economic ties with Russia, as linked to the ongoing crisis in Crimea and Ukraine.

All terms: News, Eurozone, Commodities, Politics, Psychology, Events, Global, Economics, Markets, Media, General, Press Releases

7 Hostile Takeovers, Corporate Disputes And Good Old Spats That Are Livening Up Boardrooms (And Newsrooms)

Posted on: Monday, March 17, 2014 - 10:35am

The past several months have given us some real boardroom dramas.

All terms: News, Wall Street Journal, Psychology, Management, Events, Economics, Media, General, Interview, Press Releases

Mid-Morning Market Update: Markets Open Higher; JA Solar Swings To Q4 Profit

Posted on: Monday, March 17, 2014 - 10:13am

Following the market opening Monday, the Dow traded up 1.14 percent to 16,249.11 while the NASDAQ surged 1.16 percent to 4,294.73. The S&P also rose, gaining 0.74 percent to 1,859.91.

All terms: Earnings, News, Guidance, Eurozone, Futures, Forex, Global, Econ #s, Economics, Intraday Update, Markets, Movers, Tech

#PreMarket Primer: Monday, March 17: Crimea Votes To Secede

Posted on: Monday, March 17, 2014 - 7:20am

On Sunday, more than 95 percent of Crimeans voted to leave Ukraine and join Russia in a move that deepened tension between Russia and world leaders.

Now that the decision has been made, many wonder if Moscow will annex the small peninsula within a matter of weeks, or take its time to conduct negotiations with Ukraine and world powers as the US is hoping.

All terms: Earnings, News, Eurozone, Futures, Commodities, Previews, Forex, Events, Global, Economics, Federal Reserve, Pre-Market Outlook, Markets, Movers, Trading Ideas

Benzinga Weekly Preview: Share Markets Have A Tough Road Ahead

Posted on: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 5:41pm

Equity markets have taken a beating recently, and the trend looks set to continue next week.

With economic data thin next week, the standoff between the West and Russia is likely to drive prices. Moscow has ramped up its military presence in and around Ukraine and Crimea being annexed over the weekend is looking more and more probable.

All terms: News, Previews, Global, Economics, Federal Reserve, Pre-Market Outlook, Trading Ideas

Market Wrap For March 14: Ukraine Tension Drag Markets Lower

Posted on: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 5:17pm

U.S. stocks declined as concerns escalated over Ukraine, two days before its citizens will vote in a referendum to split from Ukraine and become part of Russia.

All terms: News, Economics, After-Hours Center

Pay Attention: The Private Equity Message To Investors

Posted on: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 3:04pm

Bain & Company recently released their Global Private Equity Report for 2014 and its full of information of great value to individual investors.

All terms: Education, Hedge Funds, Economics, General

How Much Could Michigan Gain In Marijuana Tax Revenue?

Posted on: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 12:56pm

Colorado is flying high (pun intended) with $2 million in recreational marijuana taxes from January alone.

If this trend continues, Forbes reports, the Centennial State could see more than $40 million in additional tax revenue this year.

All terms: News, Economics, General

Mid-Day Market Update: Ulta Salon Jumps After Strong Earnings Report; Aeropostale Shares Fall

Posted on: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 12:09pm

Midway through trading Friday, the Dow traded up 0.21 percent to 16,142.80 while the NASDAQ surged 0.20 percent to 4,268.71. The S&P also rose, gaining 0.19 percent to 1,849.80.

All terms: Earnings, News, Guidance, Eurozone, Futures, Forex, Global, Econ #s, Economics, Intraday Update, Markets, Movers, Tech

Mid-Morning Market Update: Markets Mixed; Ann To Lower Around 100 Jobs

Posted on: Friday, March 14, 2014 - 10:19am

Following the market opening Friday, the Dow traded up 0.14 percent to 16,130.63 while the NASDAQ tumbled 0.13 percent to 4,254.90. The S&P also rose, gaining 0.06 percent to 1,847.50.

All terms: Earnings, News, Guidance, Eurozone, Futures, Forex, Global, Econ #s, Economics, Intraday Update, Markets, Movers, Tech