Toward the end of trading Friday, the Dow traded up 0.23% to 35,685.44 while the NASDAQ fell 0.46% to 15,145.51. The S&P also fell, dropping 0.01% to 4,549.46.
Midway through trading Friday, the Dow traded up 0.25% to 35,690.68 while the NASDAQ fell 0.46% to 15,145.78. The S&P also rose, gaining 0.02% to 4,550.53.
On Thursday evening, Benzinga asked its followers on Twitter what they’re buying at the open on Friday. From the replies Benzinga selected one ticker for technical analysis.
The S&P 500 (SPX) created a new all-time high on Thursday but just barely. Despite a seven-day up streak, the move may not be as convincing to some investors, so follow-through on Friday could be important. Fortunately, the S&P 500 futures are pointing slightly higher before the market open.
Today's 5 Stock Ideas:
Facebook (FB) - Will report quarterly results on Monday, Oct. 25 after market close. Analysts expect earnings of $3.17 per share on sales of about $29.5 billion.
Cinemark (CNK) - A