U.S. financial markets, government offices, and post offices are shuttered today, Monday, Feb. 16, as the nation observes Presidents’ Day. While the federal holiday—formally recognized as George Washington's Birthday—halts many essential services,

Investors are bracing for a report on the consumer price index for January, a key input for Fed policy making on rates.

Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq surge at US stock market open as investors focus on easing unemployment concerns — Details