A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after a string of impressive earnings reports from industry leaders pointed to resilient growth.

Archer Daniels Midland Co. on Tuesday reported second-quarter net income of $219 million. The Chicago-based company said it had profit of 45 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs ...

Federal regulators accuse the company of more serious safety violations, which ADM disputes. Suit seeks substantial damages ...