Stock Slump Drives Dow Below 17,000

Stocks closed the trading day dramatically lower on high volume. Selloffs took place nearly across the board, with each sector posting losses on the day. The Dow was hit especially hard, losing 358.04 points to close at 16,990.69 -- below the 17,000 support point that has been seen as the basement for trading this winter. ... READ MORE Read the rest of Stock Slump Drives Dow Below 17,000 at InvestorGuide.com .