Friday the 13th

The stock market’s performance on Friday the 13th is generally positive, contrary to superstitious beliefs. Historical data shows that the supposedly unlucky day has actually been favorable for investors.  What To Know: There are many origin stories related to Friday the 13th. Some...

As the world witnesses another occurrence of the notorious date, Friday the 13th, speculation emerges about its influence on the financial markets, particularly the cryptocurrency space.  What Happened:  While “Friday the 13th” might conjure memories of the blood-soaked...

This Friday, Jan. 13 might bring more joy than superstition to stocks if history is a guide.  Despite the market's struggles with volatility that show no sign of ending as the Federal Reserve continues to wrestle with inflation, this superstition-laden day could modestly...

Investors might want to brace themselves for more pain on Friday if past years of this infamous holiday are any indication. Here’s a look at what a Friday the 13th in the month of May has meant for the markets. What Happened: The stock market is down year-to-date and in the middle of a...

Rationalist consider the notion of Friday the 13th bringing ill luck as a superstition. However, sentiment drives markets, and uneasiness about the date could have generated weakness, overlooking fundamental factors. In a quest to draw a conclusion using empirical evidence, Benzinga looked at how...

Everyone differs on what may be the best or scariest horror movie, but which ones were popular enough to rake in the most money? From "Scream" and "The Ring" to "Nightmare On Elm Street" and "Paranormal Activity," there have been popular horror movies for...