Global markets giving a nod to the latest U.S. economic data

Global markets start the week strong, thanks to U.S. economic news. Plus: Schwab IMPACT coverage, Wall Street prophets, Veterans Day. Expertly curated by <i>InvestmentNews</i> senior columnist Jeff Benjamin.
NOV 12, 2013
European equities opened the week on a positive note following the stronger economic data out of the U.S. last week. Keeping an eye on the Fed's tapering plans The latest U.S. data is also helping to support the strength of the dollar. Holding near a two-week high Be warned, Wall Street prophets can be wildly off the mark, as witnessed by the performance of consumer discretionary stocks. The year's hottest sector was supposed to be the worst If you're not among the 1,500 financial advisers in D.C. this week for the Schwab Impact gathering, here is what's happening and how to stay on top of it all. Is Barack Obama already a lame duck? Follow IN reporters Liz Skinner @skinnerliz and Jason Kephart @JasonKephart for complete conference coverage. Setting the stage The U.S. equity market continues to ignore and separate from the Obama economy. Third-best post-re-election market run since the 1930s To all my fellow military veterans, here are some wonderful examples of the kind of appreciation proudly displayed on this Veterans Day. Semper Fi. Complimenatry meals, haircuts, even financial advice For everyone else, here are 10 ways to thank a veteran today

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