The broader market finished in the red for the third straight day.
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.
Hoenig: Israeli shares are on a tear and could go higher.
REIT funds, emerging markets benefit in surge.
Inventory report keeps the pressure on stock indexes.
Three ways to play the metal's jump -- and whether it can keep going.
Financials led the market in a low-volume session.