Major Indexes Eke Out Gains Within Minutes Of Closing Bell

Today all three indexes managed to close higher -- some turning black within minutes of 'last call'. The Dow and S&P 500 eked out modest gains, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq enjoyed a triple-digit pop. Price drops to Tesla's (TSLA) China Model Y unit and focus on upcoming consumer data had stocks struggling for direction most of the day. 

Closing Indexes Summary Aug 14

NYSE and Nasdaq Stats Aug 14

Unusual Options Activity Aug 14


GOLD, OIL POST A LOSING SESSION

After a 7th consecutive weekly win, crude prices inched lower on supply concerns. September-dated oil shed 68 cents, or 0.8%, to settle at $82.51 per barrel.

A strengthening dollar pushed gold lower for another session. December-dated gold lost $2.60, or 0.1%, to settle at $1,944 an ounce.


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