The Dow Jones Industrial Average
Pending-home sales came in way ahead of expectations, indicating that the housing market may be finally showing signs of life. Sales jumped 4.1%, while only a 0.5% increase was expected. An improving labor market and low mortgage probably helped push sales, and the good news drove all but six Dow stocks higher for the day.
Wal-Mart
On the other side of the ledger, Exxon Mobil
Finally, a strong after-hours earnings beat by Amazon.com
Keep it going
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