Retail Sales Rise but Consumers Still Holding Back

Retail sales grew more than expected in August, as back-to-school discounts drew shoppers into stores. Grocery and gasoline sales were a highlight, but weak auto and housing sectors continued to weigh on sales, and middle-class…

Best Buy Beats Earnings Estimates and Raises Its Outlook

Best Buy reported fiscal second-quarter earnings grew 61% despite a decline in consumer traffic. But shoppers bought more per purchase. The results took many by surprise, especially with the company also boosting guidance, ar t…

Can a Quadruple Witching Day Enchant Stocks?

Trading volume last week was anemic, but things could get moving again this week. In addition to some big earnings reports, this Friday is a “quadruple witching day,” and the market often puts up weekly gains when they end with…

Can a Quadruple Witching Day Enchant Stocks?

Trading volume last week was anemic, but things could get moving again this week. In addition to some big earnings reports, this Friday is a “quadruple witching day,” and the market often puts up weekly gains when they end with…