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finance1 year ago•7 min saved

Stocks Slide as Markets Brace for Jobs Report; Bitcoin Dips Below $100K

The stock market experienced a downturn on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Russell 2000 suffering the most significant losses. The Dow fell nearly 0.6%, while the Russell 2000 dropped 1.3%, marking its largest one-day loss since mid-November. UnitedHealth's stock notably declined, closing below its 50-day moving average, following the assassination of its health insurance unit's CEO. Meanwhile, Microsoft saw a slight increase, and Nvidia remained in a buy zone. Economic data showed a rise in initial jobless claims, and Bitcoin surpassed the $100,000 mark.

via Investor's Business Daily|

#dowjones #finance #nasdaq

finance-and-economy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Strategies for Navigating the Volatile Small-Cap Market in 2024"

The Russell 2000 index, which tracks small-cap and midcap stocks, may seem cheaper than last year with a reported P/E ratio of 11.8, but this figure is misleading as it excludes unprofitable companies. When accounting for these, the true P/E ratio is 27.1. Additionally, the economy is shifting towards a winner-take-all model, where the largest corporations dominate profits, leaving smaller companies with a shrinking share. This trend, coupled with the lackluster earnings growth among small- and midcap stocks, suggests that the S&P 500, which is comprised of larger companies, is likely to continue outperforming the Russell 2000.

via MarketWatch|

##economictrends #finance-and-economy

finance-and-investment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Russell 2000 Hits Record December Highs, Outshines S&P 500 in Historic Rally"

Despite the Russell 2000 Index's recent surge, investors seeking quality small-cap stocks might consider the S&P Small Cap 600 Index, which requires profitability among other criteria for inclusion. The S&P Small Cap 600 has historically outperformed the Russell 2000, and a selection of stocks from this index shows significant upside potential according to analysts. However, investors should conduct their own research before investing, as the recent small-cap rally could be a "head fake" driven by short-covering rather than a sustainable trend.

via MarketWatch|

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