The US indices were all closed on Thursday for the National Day of Mourning, marking the death of President Jimmy Carter. However, some CFD and early electronic trading was had, setting up these markets to react to the Non-Farm Payroll numbers on Friday.

SHANGHAI , Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China") (NYSE: YUMC; HKEX: 9987) today announced that the Company has been ranked number one globally for the Restaurant & Leisure Facilities Industry in the S&P Global 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). Yum China has been selected as a member of both the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI): World Index (DJSI World) and Emerging Market Index (DJSI Emerging Markets) for the fifth consecutive year.

Q4 2024 U.S. common dividend increases were $14.2 billion, up 1.0% from $14.1 billion in Q3 2024 and down 18.8% from $17.5 billion in Q4 2023. Q4 2024 U.S. common dividend decreases were $2.5 billion, down 45.6% from $4.6 billion in Q3 2024, and down 35.7% from $3.9 billion in Q4 2023.

Recently, Innventure and Dow announced plans to collaborate to develop and commercialize new waste-to-value technologies through Refinity. Recently, Innventure and Dow announced plans to collaborate to develop and commercialize new waste-to-value technologies through Refinity.

The US indices in the premarket session continue to see pressures form yields in the bond market rising. Overnight, we have seen the ten year yield reach the 4.7% level, making it difficult for stock to find footing.

Rising over 13% in 2024, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged the S&P 500, which soared 23%. But the diversity among the performances of the individual Dow Jones stocks was considerable.

Dow's stock has been declining since April 2024 due to challenging macro conditions, weak earnings, and removal from the Dow Jones index. Elevated capital expenditures are forecasted until 2027, straining the balance sheet, while earnings remain insufficient to cover both capex and shareholder returns. Reversal of globalization and weak demand in key markets like Europe and China further complicate Dow's earnings outlook, necessitating asset sales or debt.

The US indices seems a bit quiet in the early part of the session on Tuesday, which makes sense, as we are still seeing most traders coming back from the holiday season. This is a situation that happens every year, and the fact that the Non-Farm Payroll number comes out

MONTREAL, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or the “Company”) is pleased to share that it has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability™ North America Index (DJSI North America)1, one of the world's leading ESG performance rankings for publicly traded companies. This marks the 12th consecutive year the Company has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. The results highlight that Gildan continues to be a sustainability leader, ranking in the 98th percentile of the Textiles, Apparel, and Luxury Goods industry2 out of 189 companies assessed in this industry. Gildan was the only apparel manufacturing company included in the DJSI North America.

Dow Jones payments giant American Express, along with Block and GE Vernova, are in or near buy zones in today's stock market. The post Dow Jones Payments Leader American Express, Block In Or Near Buy Zones appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

The US indices have all ran hotter in the early hours of Monday, as traders are starting to go back to work. At this point in time, the market is likely to continue to see more upside, but the jobs report is due on Friday, and should be respected.

Nasdaq gains as Nvidia and Microsoft lead AI rally, but weekly losses persist. Can tech sustain momentum or will Q4 earnings weigh on markets?

To get the latest market news check out finance.yahoo.com US stocks stepped higher on Friday, shaking off a downbeat start to 2025 as Tesla (TSLA) shares looked for a comeback. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) rose 1.3%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) gained 0.8%.

The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average (Dow), and Nasdaq Composite are all stock market indexes used to measure the performance of various aspects of the U.S. stock market.

US equity benchmarks moved higher on Friday amid better manufacturing data from the country.  At the time of writing, the S&P 500 index was 1% higher, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.6%.

The US indices that I follow here are FX Empire all look as if we are still in a holding pattern, albeit in a longer-term uptrend as well. At this point, a lot of liquidity is still missing from the markets, so keep this in mind.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average contains 30 handpicked companies that are, or at least once were, leaders in their respective industries. This makes the index an interesting hunting ground for high-yield stocks.

GALWAY, Ireland , Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL), a world leader in connectors and sensors, has earned recognition from the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for its ongoing commitment to sustainable business practices for the 13th consecutive year. "It is important to all of us at TE that we have a positive impact on the world around us," said CEO Terrence Curtin.

NEW YORK , Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices ("S&P DJI") is updating the market capitalization eligibility criteria for additions to the S&P Composite 1500 Indices. Effective January 2, 2025, the size ranges will be updated as follows: Previous Market Capitalization Eligibility Criteria Updated Market Capitalization Eligibility Criteria Unadjusted company market capitalization of:  Unadjusted company market capitalization of:  • US$ 18.0 billion or more for the S&P 500 • US$ 20.5 billion or more for the S&P 500 • US$ 6.7 billion to US$ 18.0 billion for the S&P MidCap 400 • US$ 7.4 billion to US$ 20.5 billion for the S&P MidCap 400 • US$ 1 billion to US$ 6.7 billion for the S&P SmallCap 600 • US$ 1.1 billion to US$ 7.4 billion for the S&P SmallCap 600 These market capitalization ranges are reviewed at the beginning of every calendar quarter, updated as needed to ensure they reflect current market conditions, and are expressed in dollar ranges.

Verizon Communications is the only Dow Dog meeting the ideal of annual dividends from $1K invested, exceeding the single share price. Analysts forecast 11.36% to 31.73% net gains from the top ten Dow Dogs by January 2026, with Merck leading at $313.37. A market correction of 82% could make all top ‘safer' Dow dividend dogs fair-priced, with dividends from $1K invested meeting or exceeding share prices.

Major US equity benchmarks rose on Thursday, starting off the new year on a positive note after sharp gains in 2024.  At the time of writing, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.8%, while the S&P 500 index also rose 0.8%.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has been considered a reliable snapshot reference for the health of American industry for over 130 years.

The 3 major US indices that I follow here at FX Empire all seem to be pointing in an upward direction in early electronic trading on Thursday, as traders are coming back from the holiday. That being said, liquidity is still going to be an issue for the next couple

Named for second consecutive year named to prestigious DJSI list Leading green biologics solutions for a healthier future SHANGHAI , Jan. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WuXi Biologics ("WuXi Bio") (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), today announced that it has been named to the 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), and given among the top scores for its unremitting efforts and notable achievements in promoting sustainable development. The DJSI are a family of best-in-class benchmarks for investors who have recognized that sustainable business practices are critical to generating long-term shareholder value and wish to reflect their sustainability convictions in their investment portfolios.

The ‘Dogs of the Dow' is a well-known strategy first published in 1991 by Michael Higgins.

In the most recent trading session, Dow Inc. (DOW) closed at $40.13, indicating a +1.75% shift from the previous trading day.

Led by Nvidia and Walmart, the best Dow Jones stocks have far outpaced the index's overall 13% gain. The post These Are The 5 Best Dow Jones Stocks Of 2024 appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

U.S. stocks traded lower toward the end of trading, with the Dow Jones index falling more than 100 points on Tuesday.

On the last day of the year, the indices in the United States all look likely to rally and have been gaining ever so slightly in the early hours again.

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed an increase in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Monday.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit an all-time high of over 45,000 points in December, one of several stock market indexes to hit records after Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election.

US indices have pulled back a little bit in electronic premarket trading on Monday, as perhaps we are getting ready to see a bit of profit-taking as we head into the holidays. Nonetheless, all 3 major indices remained very much in an uptrend.

Boeing stock falls 5% after deadly Jeju Air crash triggers inspections. Dow Jones and S&P 500 face pressure as investors reassess aviation risks.

With 2024 nearly over, the Dow Jones Industrial Average will almost certainly underperform the S&P 500  and the Nasdaq Composite for the year. Over the last five years, the Dow has produced a respectable 68.2% total return, but that's quite a bit lower than the S&P 500's 102.8% or the Nasdaq's 132.7% total return during that period.

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US stocks headed into afternoon trading on a downbeat note as Wall Street slogged to the finish of a largely triumphant year. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) lost 1.5%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) shed 2.1% Friday morning.

Dow Jones sinks 400 points as tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Nvidia lead sharp declines. Energy stocks offer limited support.

The US indices continue to see a lot of strength in general, as the markets are positive yet again. However, it is worth noting that the next week will also be lacking some of the liquidity that people are willing to provide.

The US indices continue to see a lot of noisy and negative trading in the early hours of Friday. At this point, the market is likely to see a lot of liquidity issues, so it is more likely than not that we will struggle for clarity over the next few

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some easing in the fear level, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Thursday.

U.S. stocks turned higher midway through trading, with the Dow Jones index gaining around 50 points on Thursday.

9:40am: Investors take profits after Christmas rally US markets opened lower on Thursday, as trading resumed after the Christmas holiday. The Dow fell 0.3% to 43,177, the S&P 500 declined 0.2% to 6,028, and the Nasdaq dropped 0.2% to 20,0017.

The US indices are all a bit weaker in the early hours of the Thursday session, which of course will be greatly influenced by the lack of trading volume.

LAUSANNE, Switzerland & SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Logitech International (SIX: LOGN) (Nasdaq: LOGI) has been selected for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for Europe for the fifth consecutive year. The company's ambitious climate action strategy, including its actions to reduce 50% indirect carbon emissions by 2030, drives transparency and accountability at Logitech. “Inclusion on the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index for Europe is a testament to our unwa.

I share my $10,000 dividend investment strategy for 2025, focusing on stocks with income potential and long-term growth prospects. These picks prioritize reliable dividends, strong fundamentals, and resilience, aiming to deliver consistent returns despite market conditions. With an eye on 2025 trends, I highlight why these investments stand out and how they can boost portfolios seeking income and growth.

Dow Inc. (DOW) closed the most recent trading day at $40.09, moving +0.3% from the previous trading session.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is chock-full of industry-leading blue chip stocks -- many of which pay dividends. But the Dow tends to underperform the S&P 500 during growth-driven rallies when investors pile into companies based on their potential.

The US indices are all looking like they want to go higher again, in what would have been very illiquid trading. That being said, it would just be a simple continuation of the overall trend anyway.

Dow Inc. shares have dropped 25% in three months, but the stock has value due to its strategic supply chain role and decent dividend. Dow's three main segments—Packaging and Specialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates and Infrastructure, and Performance Materials and Coating—are crucial for various industries, making it a key economic player. Despite soft demand and macroeconomic risks, Dow's balance sheet can support its 7% dividend, with potential mid-term earnings growth from ongoing projects.

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (ASE, TAIEX: 3711, NYSE: ASX), the leading provider of semiconductor packaging, test, and system assembly services, today announced that it has been recognized for its remarkable ESG performance with an inclusion on the 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) World and Emerging Markets. The DJSI are float-adjusted market capitalization weighted indices that measure the performance of companies selected using environmental.