Stocks push higher on investor optimism
Wall Street rose as optimism about a strengthening economy outweighed a weak jobs report. The Dow gained 102.39 points to 9,965.27, the highest close since May 28, 2002, while the Nasdaq rose 11.03 to 1,948.85 and the S&P 500 added 7.80.
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Fed Seen Holding Rates Steady At Year End Meeting
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep the federal funds rate at 1 percent at its year end meeting, maintaining low levels for a considerable period. Analysts cite improving economy but lagging job growth, with market reaction muted as investors await the policy statement and potential wording changes. Stocks moved higher earlier but trading was choppy amid unemployment concerns.
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Crude prices settle near five percent higher
New York oil futures closed up nearly 5 percent as January light crude rose to 32.10 a barrel and Brent gained to 29.98, with natural gas up on colder weather and analysts split on whether the move signals a lasting shift or a short-term bounce.
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