Dow Extends Losses as September Selloff Builds

All three indexes have shed more than 1% in September already

Digital Content Manager
Sep 14, 2021 at 4:31 PM
facebook twitter linkedin


Better-than-expected inflation data for August failed to help Wall Street today. The Dow shed more than 290 points, despite sporting triple-digit gains at its session highs this morning. Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq followed the blue-chip index lower, though their losses were not as sizable. All three benchmarks are now down more than 1% in September.

Elsewhere, investors are also keeping an eye on House Democrats' proposal to fund a $3.5 trillion social safety net and climate policy bill with tax hikes for the wealthy and corporations.

Continue reading for more on today's market, including:

  • This tech stock looks primed for more record highs. 
  • Fox stock could not get a boost from its latest purchase.
  • Plus, watch these 5 crypto-adjacent stocks; Oracle earnings; and Coinbase stock upgraded.

The Dow Jones Average (DJI - 34,577.57) shed 292.1 points, or 0.8%. Microsoft (MSFT) led the three winners with a 0.9% rise, while Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) fell to the bottom, shedding 2%.

The S&P 500 Index (SPX - 4,443.05) fell 25.7 points, or 0.6%, while the Nasdaq Composite (IXIC - 15,037.76) lost 67.8 points, or 0.5%. 

Lastly, the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX - 19.46) added 0.09 point, or 0.5%.

Closing Indexes Summary Septmber 14

NYSE and Nasdaq Stats September 14

  1. Apple revealed an iPad with more storage during its annual event, where it is also expected to launch the iPhone 13, smartwatches, and headphones. (MarketWatch)
  2.  Construction of single-family homes is running at its slowest pace since 1995, amid a labor shortage and supply chain disruptions that hiked building materials prices. (CNBC)
  3. Ride the cryptocurrency wave with these 5 adjacent stocks.
  4. Analysts showered Oracle stock with bull notes after earnings.
  5. A big upgrade could not help Coinbase stock today.

Earnings September 14

Unusual Options Activity September 14

Gold Prices Reclaim $1,800 as U.S. Dollar Weakens

Oil prices were flat on Tuesday, despite surging earlier in the session, as investors weighed the impact of Nicholas, a Category 1 hurricane that landed on the Texas coast. The storm, which was expected to be more severe, ended up not shutting off any major refineries or oil production facilities. In response, October-dated crude added 1 cent to settle at $70.46 a barrel.

Gold prices were higher, on the other hand, settling back above the psychologically significant $1,800 level. Boosting the yellow metal today was a weakened U.S. dollar, which lost steam after fresh data showed U.S. inflation rising at its slowest rate in seven months. In turn, December-dated gold added $12.70, or 0.7%, to settle at $1,807.10 an ounce.

 

Minimize Risk While Maximizing Profits

There is no options strategy like this one, which consistently minimizes risk while maintaining maximum profits. Perfect for traders looking for ways to control risk, reduce losses, and increase the likelihood of success when trading calls and puts. The Schaeffer’s team has over 41 years of options trading success targeting +100% gains on every trade. Rest assured your losses are effectively limited to your initial cost at the time of making your move! Don't waste another second... join us right now before the next trade is released! 

 


 


 
Special Offers from Schaeffer's Trading Partners