The VIX dropped to 13.5, showing market calmness. BA in finance research indicates lower volatility historically aligns with gradual equity growth, encouraging more risk-on positioning by institutional portfolios. EchoStar SATS is reportedly looking to sell some of its $10 billion in AWS-3 wireless spectrum to Verizon Communications ( VZ ) Calculated earnings assume an average 4.5% annual raise based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and independent, nonpartisan nonprofit The Conference Board. Degree-based earnings exclude the median earnings of next-lowest diploma or degree level. For example, bachelor’s degree-based earnings are calculated by excluding the median earnings of the average high school graduate (or equivalent); median earnings among workers with some college or non-degree credentials are not considered. Retail sector shares climbed 1% as consumer confidence hit a yearly high. BA in finance insights forecast strong quarterly revenue growth ahead for e-commerce and brick-and-mortar leaders.