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Dow Holds Steady at 49,700 as Inflation Data Rattles Tech and Rate Outlook
The Dow ended nearly unchanged at 49,700.29, but the S&P 500 dropped 0.54% and the Nasdaq fell 1.37% after April CPI surged 3.8%, driven by energy costs.
Dow Drops 298 Points as Hot CPI and Surging Oil Pressure Markets
The Dow dropped 298 points to 49,406 after April CPI rose 3.8% and oil surged above $100, curbing bets on Fed rate cuts. Goldman Sachs and Caterpillar led declines.
Wall Street Hits New Highs on Tech Surge; Dow Flat Despite Jobs Data
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs Friday, driven by AI and semiconductor stocks, while the Dow Jones barely budged after a solid jobs report.
Dow Jones Slips Below 50,000 as Chip Stocks Drag, Focus Shifts to Jobs Data
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell below 50,000 on Thursday as chip stocks retreated and investors awaited the monthly jobs report.
Dow Rebounds as Oil Slide Offsets Strait of Hormuz Jitters
The Dow gained 265 points as falling oil prices and strong earnings from Caterpillar, 3M, and DuPont lifted markets, despite ongoing geopolitical risks.
Caterpillar Earnings Propel Dow's 700-Point Surge Amid Mixed Market Signals
The Dow Jones surged nearly 700 points midday Thursday, led by a 10% jump in Caterpillar shares after strong quarterly results, while tech stocks lagged amid inflation concerns.
Dow Surges 700 Points as Earnings Power Stocks Toward Best Month Since 2020
The Dow Jones surged 700 points on Thursday, leading a broad rally as strong corporate earnings pushed major indexes toward their best monthly gains since 2020, shrugging off oil price concerns.
Caterpillar Profit Surges on AI Data Center Demand, Tariff Costs Loom
Caterpillar Q1 adjusted EPS of $5.54 beat estimates on 41% power-generation growth from AI data centers. Shares rose 5% premarket; tariff costs seen at $2.2-$2.4B.
BBB Flags Heavy-Equipment Scams as Buyers Lose Over $107,600
Three buyers lost $107,600 after wiring funds to a fake heavy-equipment website. The BBB flagged Digron Machinery Depot and another site impersonating a Nebraska company.
United Rentals Soars on Raised Guidance, Record Q1 Revenue
United Rentals shares jumped 22.9% after the company raised its 2026 outlook and posted record Q1 revenue of $3.985 billion.
AI Data-Center Boom Lifts Arm and Caterpillar Beyond Nvidia's Shadow
Arm Holdings jumped 5.4% and Caterpillar gained 4.2% as investors shift focus from megacap AI names to data-center infrastructure plays.
Dow Rises on Geopolitical Calm, Amazon AI Surge; Inflation Fears Linger
The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 248 points Thursday, buoyed by easing Middle East tensions and a sharp drop in oil. Amazon led gains with a 4.3% rise following strong AI revenue figures, while traders scaled back expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Cramer Sees Relief Rally Highlighting Institutional Favorites
Jim Cramer highlighted stocks like Sherwin-Williams, Caterpillar, Home Depot, and Goldman Sachs as potential institutional favorites following Wednesday's market surge. Futures slipped Thursday as oil rose on ceasefire doubts.
Dollar Gains as Middle East Tensions Fuel Safe-Haven Demand
The U.S. dollar strengthened as Middle East hostilities boosted its safe-haven appeal, while oil prices jumped 5%, stoking inflation concerns. Major industrial stocks entered a technical correction.
StockStory Backs HPE, Progressive; Warns on GoDaddy, Caterpillar, eBay, Molson Coors
StockStory's latest analysis highlights HPE and Progressive as bullish picks due to robust financials, while flagging concerns for GoDaddy, Caterpillar, eBay, and Molson Coors. The assessments come amid a sharp market pullback and significant weekly inflows into U.S. equity funds.
Markets Mixed as Oil Surge, Slowing PMI Weigh on Sentiment
U.S. stocks were mixed Tuesday as a rebound in oil prices and signs of slowing economic growth tempered Monday's rally. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped.
Dow Gains Amid Oil Spike, Fed Cut Bets Evaporate
The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 146 points Tuesday, recovering from early losses as rising crude prices and Middle East tensions dominated trading. The S&P 500 posted a modest gain while the Nasdaq Composite declined.
Caterpillar Gains as Dow Stabilizes; CONEXPO Tech and Jobs Data in Focus
Caterpillar shares advanced 1.6% to $733.99, providing a key lift to the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The industrial giant highlighted innovation at the CONEXPO trade show while warning of a significant global technician shortage.
Caterpillar Gains on AI, Autonomy Push at CONEXPO as Industrials Rise
Caterpillar shares advanced 1.4% to $753.29 Monday following announcements of new technology and service initiatives at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG construction event in Las Vegas.
Caterpillar Gains on AI, Autonomy Push at CONEXPO Amid Labor Challenges
Caterpillar shares advanced 1.4% to $753.29 Monday following announcements of expanded rental programs, AI enhancements, and autonomous machinery demonstrations at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG event in Las Vegas.
Caterpillar Shares Dip Amid Inflation Fears, Key Data and CONEXPO in Focus
Caterpillar stock declined Friday, closing at $742.83, as renewed inflation worries pressured the broader market. Traders are now focused on upcoming economic indicators and a key industry conference.
Caterpillar Nears 52-Week Peak Ahead of Key Events in Shortened Week
Caterpillar shares finished Friday's session at $774.20, up 2.1%, hovering close to a 52-week high. Markets are closed Monday for Presidents Day, with trading resuming Tuesday.
Caterpillar Shares Gain Amid Insider Sale, Tariff Warning Ahead of Holiday
Caterpillar shares advanced 2.1% to $774.20 Friday following its annual report filing and an insider transaction, while management highlighted tariff headwinds and data-center demand.
Industrial Stocks Rally on Softer Inflation Data
U.S. industrial stocks rose Friday after a cooler-than-expected inflation report eased interest rate concerns. The Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLI) climbed 0.8%.
Caterpillar Shares Hold Near Highs as Insider Sale Filing Emerges
Caterpillar shares closed up 2.1% at $774.20, staying near highs following an insider sale filing. Attention shifts to CFO Andrew Bonfield's scheduled public remarks.
Caterpillar Gains as Argus Boosts Target to $820, Insider Sale Notice Filed
Caterpillar shares advanced 0.6% following a prior surge after Argus Research raised its price target to $820. An insider filed to potentially sell shares worth approximately $9.6 million.
Caterpillar Stock Surges Past $740 Amid Record Dow Close; Insider Transactions Filed
Caterpillar shares gained 2.2% to $742.12 as the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a new record high. Two company executives exercised options and sold shares, while retail sales data showed a 44% jump in power generation.
Cummins Shares Surge on Upgraded Price Target, Data Center Demand in Focus
Cummins stock climbed over 4% after Raymond James raised its price target to $675, citing data center power needs and a potential truck market recovery. Investors await the May 21 Analyst Day for strategic updates.
Caterpillar Shares Extend Rally as AI Demand Offsets Tariff Concerns
Caterpillar stock advanced 1.5% Monday, building on a 7.1% surge Friday that helped lift the Dow Jones Industrial Average above 50,000. Strong power segment sales driven by AI data center demand contrast with looming $2.6 billion in tariff costs.
Dow Futures Hold Steady Above 50,000 as Key Inflation, Jobs Data Loom
Dow Jones futures were little changed early Monday following the index's historic close above 50,000, with investors awaiting delayed U.S. jobs and inflation reports later this week.