Crude-oil futures dropped further Wednesday, losing more than 3%, after a weekly government report showed a larger-than-expected supply increase. See full story.
Spend $700 at Apple store or on Apple stock?
Back in February, when Apple’s stock hit $500 – the same price as an iPad — we asked which was the better buy. Most experts said the company’s stock was headed higher – and they were proved right. See full story.
Lopsidedly bullish consensus on Apple
The overwhelming consensus on Wall Street is that Apple is headed significantly higher. But before you read too much into this, writes Mark Hulbert, you should remember Enron, for which the consensus was equally lopsided just before the company went bankrupt in 2001. See full story.
David Viniar: why he’s leaving Goldman
David Viniar is stepping down, passing his job to a colleague. From an investors’ standpoint, it’s always nice to see continuity. But in this case, maybe a shake-up would have been better news. See full story.
U.S. stocks get brief lift from data; oil sinks
U.S. stocks shed most of their housing-inspired gains to trade near flat Wednesday, weighed by falling energy stocks as oil futures tumbled. See full story.
MARKETWATCH COMMENTARY
Afternoon TV will prove to be the next best thing to morning TV, which she dominated in her heyday, writes media columnist Jon Friedman See full story.
MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE
A guide to choosing the best carrier and a plan for Apple’s newest model, the iPhone 5. See full story.
