Markets shrug off Paris attacks as investors regain footing
Global markets show diminished terror shock. US stocks rally on first trading day after the Paris attacks, Dow up over 200 points and S&P 500 up 14 percent. European shares mostly higher, CAC 40 barely down. Historical data suggest markets recover quickly after attacks, hinting terror is losing market impact.
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SigFig Tracking Investors Facts in America
A look at how American investors use SigFig tracking services to monitor portfolios. Details cover user demographics, typical account sizes, and the role of automated insights in portfolio optimization.
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USA investors' tech stock allocation trends via SigFig data
SigFig analyzes America's portfolios showing conservative and balanced tiers in tech holdings. Data from over half a million investors reveal sub 30 percent equity for conservative and 30 to 50 percent equity for balanced strategies, with largest holdings and buy-sell patterns noted across the user base.
EA President keeps Rousey on UFC 2 cover after Holm loss
Electronic Arts chief notes despite Ronda Rousey defeat, she remains on UFC 2 cover. Company garners a bullish note and enjoys a solid afternoon, while Verint Systems eyes increased communications interception and video monitoring activity following Paris attacks and Op penheimer events. Shares rebound from November lows, nearly erasing the month's losses.
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McDonald’s to roll out McPick 2 for $2 pair deal
The fast food chain will launch a McPick 2 menu letting customers choose two items for $2. The plan received enough votes within the company and a five week run is planned in January.
Long-term investing advice: avoid betting on market declines
The piece argues against bearish bets for most investors. It notes the S&P 500 P E ratio near 20, above the 1988 average, and warns timing market declines is difficult. It endorses a steady, long-term portfolio and cautions that speculating to profit from overvalued stocks carries high risk.
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Japan slips back into recession after healthy year
Japan's economy shrank at an annualized 0.8 percent in the July-September quarter and contracted 0.2 percent from the previous quarter, pushing the world’s third largest economy into recession. Tokyo stocks fell with the Nikkei down 1.04 percent and the Topix off 0.9 percent as officials pledged to sustain Abenomics amid weak capital spending.
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