Markets rally as S&P 500 gains amid quarter-end optimism
The S&P 500 rose 1.2 percent to 2086.24 as investors bought beaten-down stocks and used window-dressing to show strategy effectiveness. Global gains and hints of further stimulus from China and Janet Yellen's remarks buoy sentiment ahead of quarterly close.
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SigFig Investors Highlight Trends in Tracking Services
A look at American investors using SigFig tracking services reveals how online portfolio tracking shapes choices, fees, and diversification. Analysts note growing use among self directed traders and retirement accounts, with emphasis on cost efficiency and clear performance visibility.
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SigFig data show USA tech stock allocation trends
More than half a million investors nationwide with about 200 billion dollars under management use SigFig to track portfolios. Five day average performance falls around negative 0.3 percent while six month average is near negative 0.9 percent. Apple Inc appears as largest holding, most bought and most sold. Microsoft (MSFT) also features prominently as a holding. Data reflect SigFig analysis of online investor activity.
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GNC Herbal Plus settlement with NY AG
GNC Holdings reached an agreement with the New York Attorney General confirming Herbal Plus products meet FDA guidelines. Hyperion Therapeutics Horizon Pharma to acquire the bio tech firm for about 1.1 billion dollars, adding two genetic disorder treatments. WWE Network paid subscribers averaged 918 thousand in Q1, below expectations.
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Market value matters in stock return models and sizing
The Fama French three factor model cites market value as a key determinant of future returns. Smaller firms often outperform larger ones despite higher risk, so investors watch market value to diversify across sizes. Apple sits as the most valuable US company at about 740 billion, while Google surpasses ExxonMobil in market value, reflecting sector shifts from energy to tech.
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Swiss bank agrees to 211 million dollar tax case settlement
The Department of Justice says BSI of Lugano will pay 211 million dollars to avoid prosecution over secretly aiding U.S. clients in evading taxes. Under the Swiss Bank Program the bank will disclose account-by-account details and close unreported offshore accounts within two years. The deal accompanies BSI's pending acquisition by Banco BTG Pactual SA and marks a crackdown on offshore tax evasion involving wealthy Americans.
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