U.S. stocks fell Tuesday as renewed worries about European banks sent financial stocks slipping and investors flocking to such safe-haven assets as the dollar, Treasurys and gold.

The new young investor: Shunning stocks

When 18-year-old Robert White decided to jumpstart his retirement plan, he invested his life savings of $25,000 into an aggressive mutual fund.

Wall Street faces an economy at a ‘crossroads’

Stocks started September with a bang as investors cheered a rare dose of good economic news but investors may need to buckle in for the coming week: It’s a holiday-shortened week with little on the docket to set the tone.

Dow back in the black for 2010

Stocks closed near session highs Friday, with the Dow erasing its losses for the year, as investors welcomed a better-than-expected report on the U.S. job market.

Oil roars into September ‘like a lion’

After ending August in a slump, oil prices surged into September, rallying more than 3% Wednesday as the economic outlook brightened.

Treasurys fall on upbeat manufacturing data

Investors eased away from safe-haven Treasurys Wednesday, sending prices lower and yields higher after strong manufacturing data out of both the U.S. and China spurred optimism about the global economy.

Dollar slips on return to risk

As better-than-expected economic data boosted investor morale this week, the greenback lost some of its luster, falling against a basket of currencies.

Saks stock shoots up 20% on buyout rumors

Shares of luxury retailer Saks surged Tuesday after a British newspaper said the company could soon get a buyout offer of $1.7 billion.

Global economy going nowhere fast

So much for merger mania getting investors excited.

BlackBerry crumble: Why RIM is in trouble

In many businesses, it’s not the worst thing in the world to be second or even third biggest.

Stocks slump at the close

U.S. stocks ended a choppy day of trading lower Monday, as a dismal economic outlook overshadowed earlier optimism fueled by takeover talk.

Treasurys edge higher

Prices for U.S. Treasurys rose slightly Monday as investors braced for $102 billion in auctions and several economic reports.

Stocks in for summer slip ‘n’ slide

Stocks are likely to face another choppy, downtrodden week, but that’s no big surprise.

Stocks that can take a double dip

Personally, I have no idea whether the economy is headed for a double-dip downturn, as some now predict. And frankly, no one else does either.

Dollar advances on global slowdown fears

The dollar turned higher this week as jittery investors flocked to the greenback for its safe-haven appeal amid fears of a global economic slowdown.

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With practically every day bringing more dim economic news, the urge to flee for safe ground is undeniable. Yet some observers say the one-way bet on lower Treasury yields is no sure thing.

Green shoots? Check the yield curve

If you’re looking for a sign that the economy may be on the mend, look no further than the Treasury yield curve — a closely monitored harbinger of the economy.

The basics: Know your bond funds

Treasurys fall on good, but not great, data

The economic outlook doesn’t have to be entirely rosy for investors to shy away from the safety of Treasurys. Sometimes, all it takes is a little news that isn’t completely terrible.

Treasurys fall on upbeat manufacturing data

Investors eased away from safe-haven Treasurys Wednesday, sending prices lower and yields higher after strong manufacturing data out of both the U.S. and China spurred optimism about the global economy.

Demand for Treasurys surges at month end

Treasury prices soared and yields tumbled as institutional investors plowed into the market to get their portfolios squared away before the month comes to a close.

Treasury yields tumble on global economic fears

After ending last week with a sell-off of Treasurys, investors swung back to U.S. government bonds Monday when a move by the Bank of Japan reignited jitters about the global economy.

Treasury yields rise as investors shift gears

Investors shifted away from Treasurys on Friday, after a better-than-expected report on U.S. economic growth and comments from the Federal Reserve chairman.

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U.S. stocks were poised to start September with a bang Wednesday, as investors aimed to put last month’s dour performance behind them.

Stocks end August with a whimper

Stocks were little changed at the end of a choppy session Tuesday, closing out a lackluster August for the market, as investors weighed meeting minutes from the Federal Reserve against upbeat economic reports.

Stocks drop as fear returns

Stocks fell sharply late Monday, ending a lackluster session more than 1% lower, as the tone on Wall Street turned bearish ahead of big economic reports due later this week.

Saks stock shoots up 20% on buyout rumors

Shares of luxury retailer Saks surged Tuesday after a British newspaper said the company could soon get a buyout offer of $1.7 billion.

Wall Street: A ‘huge’ week ahead

It may be the end of August, but the summer doldrums aren’t over yet.

Stocks shake off recovery jitters

The economy is slowing, the Fed is cautious about the recovery and the world’s biggest chipmaker is lowering its sales forecast. But stocks rallied more than 1% Friday.

Stocks slump on slowdown fears

Stocks slipped Thursday, erasing earlier gains as worries about a sputtering economy overshadowed a better-than-expected report on jobless claims.

Stocks recover from housing blues

Stocks finished higher Wednesday after spending most of the day in the red, following another round of dismal housing news.

Stocks lose big on home sales shock

U.S. stocks closed sharply lower Tuesday after a report showing showing a worse-than-expected plunge in existing home sales reignited fears about an economic slowdown.

Global economy going nowhere fast

So much for merger mania getting investors excited.

BlackBerry crumble: Why RIM is in trouble

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Stocks slump at the close

U.S. stocks ended a choppy day of trading lower Monday, as a dismal economic outlook overshadowed earlier optimism fueled by takeover talk.

Treasurys edge higher

Prices for U.S. Treasurys rose slightly Monday as investors braced for $102 billion in auctions and several economic reports.

Stocks in for summer slip ‘n’ slide

Stocks are likely to face another choppy, downtrodden week, but that’s no big surprise.

5 investing bubbles

Even after multiple crashes, investors still tend to pile into overheated sectors. From the Chinese economy to gold, a look at the biggest risks today.

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Another day of dismal housing news sent stocks lower Wednesday, after a government report showed new home sales dropped to a record low.

Stocks lose big on home sales shock

U.S. stocks closed sharply lower Tuesday after a report showing showing a worse-than-expected plunge in existing home sales reignited fears about an economic slowdown.

Global economy going nowhere fast

So much for merger mania getting investors excited.

BlackBerry crumble: Why RIM is in trouble

In many businesses, it’s not the worst thing in the world to be second or even third biggest.

Stocks slump at the close

U.S. stocks ended a choppy day of trading lower Monday, as a dismal economic outlook overshadowed earlier optimism fueled by takeover talk.

Treasurys edge higher

Prices for U.S. Treasurys rose slightly Monday as investors braced for $102 billion in auctions and several economic reports.

Stocks in for summer slip ‘n’ slide

Stocks are likely to face another choppy, downtrodden week, but that’s no big surprise.

5 investing bubbles

Even after multiple crashes, investors still tend to pile into overheated sectors. From the Chinese economy to gold, a look at the biggest risks today.

Dow and S&P post 2nd week of losses

Stocks ended mostly lower Friday as investors continued to react to the week’s downbeat economic reports that have raised concern about a double-dip recession.

Treasury yields end rough week higher

Treasury yields rebounded Friday after hovering near yearly lows in earlier trading, as stocks trimmed losses.

‘Historically bad week’ for oil

It’s been a dismal week for the economy all around, with an abundance of gloomy data pummeling recovery hopes. The oil market felt the brunt of the blows.

Treasury yields slip to yearly lows … again

Treasury yields slid Thursday after a report from the government showed a surprise jump in initial jobless claims to the highest level in nine months.

Stocks that can take a double dip

Personally, I have no idea whether the economy is headed for a double-dip downturn, as some now predict. And frankly, no one else does either.

Dollar advances on global slowdown fears

The dollar turned higher this week as jittery investors flocked to the greenback for its safe-haven appeal amid fears of a global economic slowdown.

European stocks: Still valuable

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Treasury yields were mixed Friday, hovering near yearly lows hit earlier in the week, as stocks slipped and investors remained jittery about the economy.

Green shoots? Check the yield curve

If you’re looking for a sign that the economy may be on the mend, look no further than the Treasury yield curve — a closely monitored harbinger of the economy.

The basics: Know your bond funds

Treasury yields slip to yearly lows … again

Treasury yields slid Thursday after a report from the government showed a surprise jump in initial jobless claims to the highest level in nine months.

10-year yield sinks to 17-month low

Treasury yields dropped to yearly lows Monday as fears about the global economic recovery continued to shake investor confidence.

10-year yield hits 16-month low

The 10-year yield hit a 16-month low on Friday as worries about an economic slowdown lingered and investors remained cautious going into the weekend.

Treasurys retreat as stocks firm

Treasurys fell Thursday as the government completed the last of three auctions this week totaling $74 billion and a recovery in the stock market undermined demand for the safety of U.S. debt.

Treasurys rise on economic jitters

Treasurys rose Wednesday as investors flocked to the security of U.S. debt amid concerns about a global economic slowdown.

Treasurys rise after Fed

Prices for U.S. Treasurys gained Tuesday after the Federal Reserve announced plans to reinvest in the market and issued a cautious economic outlook.

Treasurys set to post weekly gain after jobs report

Treasurys surged and are on track to post weekly gains Friday as investors changed their focus from company earnings to economic data, including the government’s worse-than-expected monthly jobs report.

Treasurys advance on jump in jobless claims

Treasurys rallied Thursday after a report showed that jobless claims spiked to the highest level in three months.

Treasurys down on jobs reports

Treasurys fell Wednesday, after the government announced a $74 billion quarterly refunding and there was a better-than-expected report on private sector job growth.

Treasurys rise on downbeat economic reports

Treasurys edged up Tuesday as stocks fell after downbeat economic reports and investors questioned whether the Federal Reserve will restart a bond-buying program to pump more stimulus into the economy.

Treasurys slip on world market gains

Treasurys fell Monday after strong European bank earnings and upbeat economic reports boosted investors’ appetite for risk.

Treasurys rise on weaker GDP

A weaker-than-expected government report on the economy sent investors flocking back into Treasurys Friday, pushing the prices up on U.S. debt and driving yields down.

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Stocks were poised for a slightly weaker start, as investors digested data that showed Japan’s economy slowed sharply last quarter. Investors are also awaiting U.S. manufacturing and housing reports.

Consumer tech: Bubble or boom?

It’s a tale of two tech sectors: It’s the best of times for companies catering to consumers, but the worst of times for ones with a major presence in the big business market.

Dollar advances on global slowdown fears

The dollar turned higher this week as jittery investors flocked to the greenback for its safe-haven appeal amid fears of a global economic slowdown.

Anxiety hangs over world markets

Investors were guarded Thursday, a day after fears about the economic recovery triggered a global market rout.

European stocks: Still valuable

David Marcus’s past is filled with triumph and defeat. In the ’90s he was a star protg of mutual fund king Michael Price, the value manager who made a killing for investors in his Mutual Series funds. Marcus ran three funds there with more than $14 billion in assets and was labeled a European stock-picking ace by the press.

The Fed ate my savings!

If you are a responsible saver, the Federal Reserve isn’t doing any you favors.

Stocks get a beatdown on global concerns

Stocks slid to close sharply lower Wednesday after a report showed the U.S. trade gap widened, and foreign data cast doubt on overseas demand for American goods.

Why does everyone hate Microsoft?

Why don’t investors love Microsoft?

Oil falls on downbeat economic data, stronger dollar

Oil once again trailed below $80 a barrel Wednesday, as investors mulled over dismal economic news from China, a bearish forecast from the Federal Reserve and a stronger dollar.

Dollar hits 15-year low against yen

The dollar fell to a 15-year low against the Japanese yen Wednesday, as investors flocked to safe-haven trades after weak economic data was released by China and the Federal Reserve posted a bearish outlook.

Stocks recoup losses after Fed

Stocks pared sharp losses to close only modestly lower Tuesday after the Federal Reserve took a cautious stance about the recovery.

Treasurys rise after Fed

Prices for U.S. Treasurys gained Tuesday after the Federal Reserve announced plans to reinvest in the market and issued a cautious economic outlook.

Dollar erases gains after Fed grows more pessimistic

The dollar fell against the yen and pared back earlier gains against the euro after the Federal Reserve cast a shadow over hopes for a stronger economic recovery.

Stocks hold gains ahead of Fed

Stocks ended higher Monday as investors signaled modest optimism in the economic recovery, ahead of a highly anticipated statement from the Federal Reserve.

Wall Street: Eyes on the Fed

As the euphoria of corporate earnings season fades, the stock market could drift in a narrow range this week as investors come to grips with the prospect of a sluggish economic recovery.

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U.S. stocks were lackluster during premarket trading on Tuesday, as investors mulled the previous session’s big run-up.

What worry? Stocks roar

Stocks rallied Monday, extending last month’s gains, as investors welcomed upbeat economic reports and strong earnings from European banks.

Is Berkshire Hathaway’s stock overvalued?

Warren Buffett likes to say his ideal investment horizon is forever. And that’s the timeline of many investors in his Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate. Most buy Berkshire shares, then hold and hold and hold.

Oil surges to 3-month high

Oil prices surged past the $80-a-barrel mark Monday to their highest level in nearly three months, as investors regained confidence in the pace of the global economic recovery.

Euro flies high…for now

If you were thinking of taking advantage of this year’s rebound in the dollar to book that long overdue trip to Paris, you might want to reconsider.

Treasurys slip on world market gains

Treasurys fell Monday after strong European bank earnings and upbeat economic reports boosted investors’ appetite for risk.

Bulls brace for earnings hangover

After a big rally in July, investors could be in for another bout of economic jitters this week as the focus shifts from earnings to the weak job market.

The return of the IPO

The stock debut of Tesla Motors in late June sparked memories of the initial-public-offering mania of a decade ago. As the share sale for the electric-car maker (which is at least two years from profitability) approached, excitement mounted, and the underwriters raised the price to $17, from an expected range of $14 to $16. Demand was so intense that the stock opened at $19 and spiked as high as $30 within a day. The shares promptly tumbled below $15 before settling around $20 in late July.

Stocks: Best monthly gain in a year

Despite a mixed performance on Friday, stocks booked the best monthly gain in a year, with the Dow Jones industrial average and S&P 500 both rising nearly 7% in July.

Treasurys rise on weaker GDP

A weaker-than-expected government report on the economy sent investors flocking back into Treasurys Friday, pushing the prices up on U.S. debt and driving yields down.

Consumers not spending like drunken sailors

The economy is heading nowhere fast. That’s the bad news. But the good news is that it still seems like consumers may have actually learned a lesson or two about reckless fiscal behavior.

Stocks edge lower

Stocks slid Thursday, although they finished off their session lows, as investors weighed cautious comments from a regional Federal Reserve president about the health of the economy and a mix of quarterly profit reports.

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It’s a natural human tendency to rely on the opinions of friends. We all do it, but, given the right circumstances, that impulse can endanger anything from interpersonal relationships to world economies.

Stocks fall on economic fears

Stocks fell Wednesday as a worse-than-expected report on durable goods orders and weaker quarterly results from Boeing and others added to concerns about the pace of the economic recovery.

Dollar sinks on recovery doubts

The dollar continued to slide this week, hovering near monthly lows versus major currencies as worries about an economic slowdown weighed on investors.

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