The markets recovered from earlier losses to close mixed with the Dow slipping 10 points to 12,229 even as the nation's deficit grew by $50 billion in January. Nasdaq added a point 2790.
On the upside
Rumors that American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) may be acquired lifted shares of the teen clothing retailer.
RAIT Financial Trust (NYSE: RAS) reported higher fourth quarter earnings as the average occupancy rate climbed.
