Mixed economic data offered traders little solace.
Real estate news leaves stocks flat, but some REIT funds rise.
Traders showed less verve but booked another day in the black.
Rally lifts most ETFs as stocks hold broad gains.
Financials led the market in a low-volume session.
Stock bounce lifts emerging markets, financials and real estate.
A surprising jump in the unemployment rate held traders in check.
Jobless claims report and tech gains help bring out the bulls.
Rates don't change, but market has volatile finish.
The offerings hint at a trend of low fees on broad-market funds.