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Stocks Weaken on Tepid Job Gains, Hawkish Fed

Contrary to expectations, the weak jobs report did not push back Federal Reserve rate hike plans.

Stocks Mostly Unchanged as Jobs Report Looms

In the end, the Dow Jones lost 0.1%, the S&P 500 gained 0.1%, the Nasdaq dropped 0.2% and the Russell 2000 finished the day 0.2% lower.

Stocks Lower as Deutsche Bank Fears Return

In the end, the Dow Jones lost 0.3%, the S&P 500 lost 0.3%, the Nasdaq dropped 0.2% and the Russell 2000 ended the day 0.5% lower.

Stocks Rebound as Apple Inc. Continues Surging

In the end, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1%, the S&P 500 Index gained 1%, the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.5% and the Russell 2000 gained 1.3%.

Stocks Continue Descent on Fed Jitters

Tuesday's selling in the stock market was driven by the announcement that Atlanta Fed president Lockhart plans to step down.

Stocks Slammed Amid Bond Turmoil

In the end, the Dow Jones lost 2.1% as it closes back in on the 18,000 level, the S&P lost 2.5%, the Nasdaq lost 2.5% and the RUT lost 3.1%.

“Win” the Fed’s Decision No Matter What: 6 Trades to Make

The connection between the Fed and stocks is well documented, but nothing is guaranteed. Nevertheless, here are six ways to play whatever decision the Fed hands down.

Economic Data Lifts Stocks Ahead of the Fed

The Fed is set to start its policy meeting tomorrow. No one knows what to expect, but there is no shortage of opinions on the matter, well-informed or otherwise.

Teco Energy, Fitbit Lead Wall Street Higher on Tuesday

Chinese intervention helped spark America's broader markets to a wide, healthy gain on Tuesday, while Teco Energy and Fitbit sported some of the day's best single-company headlines.

Make a Bet on Higher Bond Yields (TBT)

Despite weak inflation and economic growth, the TBT ETF is signalling that interest rates could rise in the near to medium term. Here's how to place your bets.

Beware the Allure of Leveraged ETFs

Leveraged ETFs promise a whole lot, and they can deliver -- but only in best-case scenarios. Otherwise, watch out!

5 Stocks to Buy in March

This month's list of stocks to buy includes some energy plays, but also a couple of contrarian ETF plays -- all of which looks set for outperformance in the month ahead.

5 Ways to Survive the 2014 Bond Market Meltdown

Mr. Bond Market is changing, and investors who don't want to get caught in a downdraft need to know these 5 ways to survive what could be a deep price slide

Trade of the Day: UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury Fund (TBT)

To the typical options trader, an option that expires without value is a complete nightmare, but not when you’re using options for credit spreads.

A Low-Risk Entry Beckons in Bonds

With TLT resting so close to resistance, a low-risk entry point has presented itself to those looking to exploit a continued slide in bonds. Here's one options trade to explore.