European stocks open lower; Barclays shares fall after new CEO announcement

Tokyo – Japanese stocks fell Tuesday as investors sold shares to lock in gains after four days of advances.

HK, Shanghai shares take breather; steel stocks rise

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The more executives buy or sell—and the bigger they are—the more significant insider moves can be, says John Dorfman

Tokyo – Japanese stocks were mixed in Tuesday morning trading, as investors sold shares to lock in gains after four days of advances, but concerns about the global economic recovery receded.

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One stock market indicator that doesn’t get enough attention is the purchase or sale of company shares by insiders.

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Global stocks rose to a four-week high amid growing optimism about the prospects for economic growth