| Newcrest Mining posts record profit GOLD and copper producer Newcrest Mining says a strong second half has helped push up profits strongly. news.com.au |
Dow and S&P Best 1st Trading Week of September since 1982 [at CNBC] - The Dow and S&P snap a 3-week losing streak as both benchmarks managed their best first trading week of September since 1982 and all ten main sectors of the S&P rose for the week, with four up by more than 4% led by Financials. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Market Falls on Jobs Data and Europe Unemployment claims rose and business activity fell in Europe, news that sent stocks down for a second day in a row. nytimes.com |
Why Some Investors Still Flock to High-Priced Gold Many skeptics wonder why investors are still flocking to gold after such a run-up in value. nytimes.com |
Tech stocks boosted by Apple, IBM gains Sector leaders Apple and IBM climb to new all-time highs in early activity, as the tech sector posts broad gains. us.rd.yahoo.com |