Wall Street stayed relatively calm today as Q3 earnings season starts. Utilities lead decliners despite not falling by much. FOMC minutes from the Fed's last meeting is tomorrow.
Wall Street continues rally as investors regain hope on a resolution in Europe and the U.S. staves off another shutdown risk. Commodities also rebound after major drops.
After showing early gains, the market's dive in the later hours proved once again that investors are fearful of economic uncertainty and unsure where to look for safety.
Stocks climbed for the third consecutive trading session as stronger retail sales and investors possibly bargain hunting in an oversold market helped to extend the streak of gains.
Comments from German leaders raised concerns that the Euro rescue efforts may not be moving fast enough. U.S. earnings came in mixed today, unable to prevent the sell-off.