Jimmy Carter State Funeral at the National Cathedral

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq announced last week that they will participate in the national day of mourning for the late President Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9 by closing their markets. "Jimmy Carter, with humble roots as a farmer and family man, devoted his life to public service and defending our freedom. During his noteworthy post-presidential life, President Carter left an enduring legacy of humanitarianism," NYSE Group President Lynn Martin said in a statement. "The NYSE will respectfully honor President Carter’s lifetime of service to our...