U.S. stocks closed higher Wednesday, bouncing back after a string of five down days, as concerns about Europe eased and hopes for a better-than-expected earnings season rose.
U.S. stocks were headed for a higher open Wednesday, one day after all three major indexes posted their worst losses of the year.
The fear trade picked up steam Tuesday, as investors grew increasingly worried about Europe's fiscal health. All three indexes closed down more than 1.5%, marking the fifth straight losing day for stocks.
Helena Morrissey has seen a shift in the mindset of business leaders. Previously the idea of more women in the workplace was dismissed as "political correctness," but now she says the same people are asking how they can get the best candidates for the job.
Juliet Mann looks at the lack of women in the boardroom and meets UK female CEO and mother of nine, Helena Morrissey.
Stocks ended a dismal quarter with heavy losses Friday as investors remain worried about the debt crisis in Europe and the outlook for global economic growth.
European markets managed to cross the finish line Friday on an updraft, after sucking wind during a mostly sorry session.
European markets plunged Monday amid continuing concerns that Greece might default on its loans and Moody's Investors Service might downgrade a number of French banks.
Quake destruction, including fears of a nuclear meltdown, has hit Japanese stocks hard. CNN's Andrew Stevens reports.
World markets rallied Monday, with Asian stocks logging their fourth straight session of gains.
Treasurys slumped Friday as investors took their cues from world stock market gains and looked ahead to fresh supply from government auctions next week.
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