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Top 5 bull markets since 1929

The bull market that started in 2009 is currently the fifth most spectacular rise in stock prices since at least 1929. Can you guess which bull markets have been even more impressive?
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The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012

From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
Seven retirement questions you need to answer

Retirement planning isn't easy. Nearly half of Americans don't feel financially prepared to live to age 75, according to a survey from Northwestern Mutual. But the process is a lot less burdensome if you break the task down into simpler parts. Here are seven questions to ask as you plan for your long-term financial security in retirement.
The Fed speaks: Five times Federal Reserve chairmen made waves with words

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Stocks rally, breaking a three-day losing streak

Stocks rose as fears about Europe's debt crisis subsided. The Dow went up 2.75.56 points to close at 11,414.86, and nine stocks rose for every one that fell on the New York Stock Exchange.
Stocks fall as Europe's debt worries deepen

The Dow fell 110.96 points to 11,139.30 in its worst start to September since 2002
Stocks fall, ending a four day rally

The Dow lost 119.96 points to close at 11,493.57. The S&P fell 14.47 points to end the day at 1,204.42, and the Nasdaq fell 33.42 points to 2, 546.04
Stocks inch higher for fourth straight day

The Dow rose 53.58 points to close at 11,613.53 as a wild month for the financial markets ends quietly
Stock prices edge up amid talks of economic stimulus

Stock prices rose 20 points on the Dow and 3 points on the S&P. Stock prices moved up as the Federal Reserve released minutes showing it has discussed various options to boost the economy.
Correlation in stock moves: Is it really ETFs' fault?

Stocks move in tandem for short-term reasons and long-term reasons. It's hard to pin the cause of high correlation on a single factor.
Stocks soar on relief over hurricane

Standard & Poor's index recovers all its losses since stocks hit their 2011 low. Dow stocks within reach of break-even for the year.
Stocks stage afternoon rally; Gold plunges $104

The Dow ended 144 points higher, with gold taking a dive and government bond yields rising. The S&P 500 gained about 15 points, and the Nasdaq closed about 21 points up.
Stocks fall as traders worry over weekend

For the 10th time this month, the Dow moved more than 100 points, to close the day 172 points lower. The Nasdaq lost 38 points, and the S&P 500 lost 17.
Another big loss on Wall Street

Dow loses 419 points as volatility returns to Wall Street. Besides stocks, oil prices and mortgage rates also fall.
Stocks close slightly higher on earnings reports

The Dow closed up 4 points, and the S&P 500 gained 1 on Monday. The Nasdaq was down 11 points at the close.
US stocks fall on European economic, debt worries

At the close, the Dow was down about 76 points, the Nasdaq was down about 31 points, and the S&P 500 was down about 11 points
Gold prices shoot past record $1,800 an ounce

Gold prices jumped on Wednesday as fears about Europe's debt crisis intensified. Gold prices were at about half of the current level prior to the financial crisis, during the summer of 2008.
Wall Street thankful for jobs report after turbulent week

Wall Street, after the worst week in years, heard one good piece of news. Friday's jobs report proved better than expected.
Global markets fall, US markets recover, leaving investors jittery

Global markets fell for the eighth day on Friday, while the US markets recovered from Thursday's plummet. As global markets drop, fear grows that the global economy could slip into another recession.
Stocks now down for year as economic concerns grow

Four stocks fell on Tuesday for each one that rose, with the Dow closing 266 points down, the Nasdaq falling 75 points, and the S&P 500 losing 33 points
Stocks turn lower ahead of House vote on debt deal

The Dow fell 62 points, and the S&P 500 fell 4. The Nasdaq closed up 1 point.
Stocks sink as US comes closer to a default

Stocks fell again on Wednesday, with the Dow losing 199 points, as lawmakers in Washington remained at odds over a debt solution
Stocks fall as lawmakers remain at odds over debt

Stocks of small companies, especially, are being sold, and overall, stocks are falling
Impasse over US debt limit sends stocks lower

The Dow closed about 88 points down, the S&P 500 lost about 7 points, and the Nasdaq fell about 16 points
Tech earnings help stocks end week with solid gain

The Dow closed 43 points lower, the S&P 500 gained just one point, and the Nasdaq rose 24 points on Friday. For the week, each index was up.
Stocks to open down over debt impasse

Stocks weighed down by Washington debt-limit talks, mixed corporate earnings. Stocks in Europe lifted by second Greek bailout.
Debt worries loom, but stocks move up

Debt problems in US, Europe don't stop investors from buying up stocks. But analysts warn debt woes remain markets' primary concern.
Stocks fall after Bernanke dims stimulus hopes

The Dow closed down 54 points, the S&P 500 lost 9 points, and the Nasdaq fell 34 points after Bernanke said the Fed has no immediate plans to institute a third round of quantitative easing
Stock rally fades as hopes dim for more stimulus

The Dow rose 45 points, the S&P 500 gained 4.1 points, and the Nasdaq closed 15 points higher after Ben Bernanke announced that the Fed would be open to the possibility of additional stimulus