Stocks open mostly lower as global markets rise, investors await earnings seasonNEW YORK — Investors are sending stocks lower as they wait for signals about where the economy is headed. Most Asian markets sag modestly on grim US jobs report; Europeans shares open lowerHONG KONG — Most Asian markets fell Friday as a weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report signaled more pain ahead for the world’s largest economy. European stocks also weakened in early trade. Most Asian markets fall as US jobs report douses economic hopes; oil edges higherHONG KONG — Most Asian markets fell Friday as a weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report signaled more pain ahead for the world’s largest economy. Stocks open higher after ADP report shows job losses slowed in JuneNEW YORK — Upbeat global economic reports are giving stocks a lift. US stocks fall as consumer confidence dipsNEW YORK - US stocks fell Tuesday as a key consumer confidence index dipped unexpectedly, signalling ongoing pessimism about the US economy. US stocks rise on retail, oil and interest ratesNEW YORK - US stocks posted gains Thursday amid a drop in long-term borrowing costs, a rise in oil prices and improving US retail sales. Stocks open higher as report says employers cut fewer-than-expected jobs in MayNEW YORK — Investors are cheering a government report that said employers cut fewer jobs than expected last month. US stock futures point to higher open ahead of crucial monthly tally of job lossesNEW YORK — U.S. stock futures moved higher Friday as investors hoped the government’s tally on job losses in May would provide further evidence that the economy is healing. Asia stock markets mixed amid caution ahead of key US jobs report; oil prices above $69HONG KONG — Asian stock markets were mixed Friday as investors tread cautiously ahead of a key U.S. jobs report that could bring more signs of recovery — or weakness — in the world’s largest economy. Stocks push rally to fourth day with modest buying; Selling in financials caps market’s gainsNEW YORK — Investors slowed their move into the market from a sprint to a walk. Stocks trade in tight range after rally; Jump in pending home sales adds to optimismNEW YORK — Investors are gingerly adding to their gains a day after rushing into the stock market. Wall Street falls in midday trading amid weaker-than-expected retail sales reportNEW YORK — Wall Street fell sharply Wednesday after the government reported weaker-than-expected retail sales in April. Dubai port operator DP World says parent mulling possible stake sale to investment firmDUBAI, United Arab Emirates — DP World, one of Dubai’s most global companies, said Sunday its main government-owned shareholder is in talks to possibly sell a minority stake in the port operator to a Middle East private equity firm. Markets go quiet, Sensex still downMUMBAI - Indian equities markets were trading quiet around noon Wednesday, with a key index hovering marginally below its previous close. Wall Street trades higher after drop in jobless claims, rise in midwest business indexNEW YORK — Investors found another reason to be hopeful about the economy. Dow falls below 7,000 after AIG’s massive lossNEW YORK - The Dow Jones Industrial Average Monday fell below 7,000 points for the first time since 1997, following stock sell-offs across the globe after American International Group Inc (AIG) reported a $62-billion quarterly loss. US stocks decline on economic woesNEW YORK - US stocks slid further Friday as investors around the world grew more concerned about the deteriorating economy. Positive end to week’s tradeMUMBAI - Indian equities markets ended in the positive terrain Friday despite weak global markets, with a key index finishing 2.04 percent over its previous close. |