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Stock Market Stats for August 12, 2015

Major market statistics for the New York and Nasdaq Stock Exchanges, volatility indexes, U.S. dollar, and commodities

Aug 12, 2015 at 4:49 PM
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    U.S. stocks battled back from a steep currency-induced swoon, with the S&P 500 Index (SPX) closing on a gain to stay in positive year-to-date territory. Here are the major market statistics for the New York and Nasdaq Stock Exchanges, volatility indexes, the U.S. dollar, and commodities for Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015. To read more about the big drivers and stock stories behind today's trading, check out Schaeffer's Market Recap: Dow Jones Industrial Average Erases Triple-Digit Deficit.

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