The Archive · 1939

Dow-Jones Summary

Courtesy of Swan, Culbertson & Frit:

The favourable interpretation placed on Signor Mussolini's speech brought about a rally on the Stock Exchange today, with prices gaining from fractions to two points. The market opened higher and extended its gains in early dealings. prices fluctuated badly late in Session, with some leaders receding highs on small did mot attract extensive buying. owing to traders keeping to the sidelines awaiting Herr Hitler's reply to President Roosevelt's peace proposals.

Courtesy of Swan, Culbertson & Frits Lacking any major incentive other than President Roosevelt's Peace Proposal to the Axis Powers, the security market drifted aimlessly in a narrow range, with daily turnover at no time in excess of oae million

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