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Month Ends on Weak Note

Major indexes were lower as the market awaits the debt-ceiling vote.

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are retreating today, as the debt ceiling vote looms while soft data from China and Europe point to slowing in those economies.

Debt Ceiling: What Investors Should Know

While we don't expect the U.S. government to default, the uncertainty may heighten market volatility in coming days. Here are answers to some of the questions we're hearing most often.

Closing Market Update: Month Ends on Weak Note

Major indexes were lower as the market awaits the debt-ceiling vote.

Congress Races to Pass Debt Ceiling Deal

With the clock ticking down to the June 5th government default date, lawmakers have no time to lose.

Opening Market Update: Overseas Excursion

The debt ceiling vote in Washington is front and center, but soft data from China and Europe raised eyebrows this morning. The dollar rose and crude oil fell as investors fret about recoveries in those economies.

Looking to the Futures: Oil Sinks on U.S. Debt Uncertainty

West Texas Intermediate traded significantly lower on Tuesdays trading due to uncertainty in US debt ceiling and energy demand through summer.

Debt Watch Continues

Big tech companies continue to shine thanks to optimism over AI, while the broader market struggles.

Total Concentration: Mega Caps Reign

The concentration of gains up the cap spectrum isn't itself a precursor to weakness; it's the lack of participation from the "average stock" that warrants some caution.

Tech Extends Rally

Nasdaq posts fifth consecutive weekly advance to end at a nine-month high, thanks to solid microchip company results and debt-ceiling optimism.