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A look at economic developments and activity in stock markets around the world Thursday
A look at economic developments and stock-market activity around the world Thursday: ___ KIEV, Ukraine — The European Union said that gas supplies should restart after it struck a deal with Russia on supervising the flow of gas through Ukraine....Tags: Money and Monetary Policy, European Union, Financial and Business Services, Layoffs and Downsizing, Angela Merkel
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Home-equity delinquencies at record level
This story was supplemented with an Associated Press report.Late payments on home equity loans rose to a record in the third quarter, as consumers remain under stress as unemployment rises and the credit crisis persists, the American Bankers Association reported yesterday. Home-equity delinquencies rose to 2.63...Tags: Job Layoffs, Vehicles, Candy, Flowers and Gifts, Credit and Debt, Banking
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General Motors sales in China rise 6 percent in 2008 but growth rate slows
AP Business WriterBEIJING (AP) — General Motors Corp. said Tuesday its sales in China rose 6 percent to 1.09 million vehicles in 2008, but growth slowed as consumers held back amid an economic downturn. GM is looking to China's booming auto market to drive global...Tags: Volkswagen AG, Sales, Cadillac, Candy, Flowers and Gifts, Chrysler LLC
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Falling gas cost frees up money
The Associated PressA series of gloomy economic reports Wednesday showed consumers holding tight to their wallets with job losses expected to mount in the months ahead. There was one glimmer of good news, however. Lower gas prices and widespread holiday discounts are giving...Tags: Inflation and Deflation, Federal Reserve, Trade Policy, Candy, Flowers and Gifts, BNP Paribas
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Investors feel less frightful
The Associated PressWall Street rose modestly in light holiday trading Wednesday after the government released downbeat, but unsurprising, readings on rising U.S. joblessness and declining consumer spending. The Dow Jones industrial average rose 48.99, or 0.58 percent, to...Tags: Candy, Flowers and Gifts, Economic Indicator, Unemployment, Stock Activities, Automotive Equipment
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Gas fuels lonely bright spot
WASHINGTON A series of gloomy economic reports Wednesday showed consumers holding tight to their wallets with job losses expected to mount in the months ahead. There was a glimmer of good news, however. Lower gas prices and widespread holiday discounts...Tags: Trade Policy, Candy, Flowers and Gifts, Economic Indicator, Unemployment, Petroleum Industry
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Jobless claims hit a 26-year high
Associated PressNew claims for unemployment benefits rose more than expected last week, the government said Wednesday, as consumers cut back on their spending for the fifth straight month amid a deepening recession. The Labor Department reported that initial requests...Tags: Inflation and Deflation, Trade Policy, Candy, Flowers and Gifts, Layoffs and Downsizing, Petroleum Industry
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Stocks advance in light Christmas Eve trading
Times Wire ServicesStocks rose modestly in light holiday-eve trading Wednesday after the government released downbeat but unsurprising readings on U.S. joblessness and consumer spending. The Labor Department said initial applications for unemployment benefits rose more...Tags: Economy, New York Stock Exchange, Gold and Precious Material, Christmas, Economic Indicator
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Poinsettia problem: Another casualty of the economy
Of The Associated PressJust about everything is on sale for Christmas this year -- except poinsettias. Record energy prices last summer drove up the cost of heating greenhouses and fueling delivery trucks, forcing distributors to pass along higher costs to retailers. Many...Tags: Kansas, Holidays, Hartford (Hartford, Connecticut), Garden Products, Candy, Flowers and Gifts
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World markets rise on hope for U.S. auto bailout
Associated PressHONG KONG — World stock markets rebounded today after the Bush administration revived hopes of a bailout for troubled U.S. automakers and China announced a multibillion dollar plan to spur consumer spending. Asia and Europe's advance was another...Tags: BHP Billiton Plc, Hyundai Motor Co., Candy, Flowers and Gifts, U.S. Department of Treasury, Chrysler LLC
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Pall Corp reports 19% profit increase in 1Q
james.bernstein@newsday.comPall Corp., the East Hills-based manufacturer of high-tech filtration systems for the medical and aerospace industries, said profits rose 19.3 percent in its fiscal first quarter, which ended Oct. 31, compared to the same period last year. The company,...Tags: Sales, Candy, Flowers and Gifts, Pall Corporation, House and Home, Long Island
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Taking luxury down a notch
Tribune reporterCustom builders are using more lumber and less stone, delivering shrub-free yards, and subbing those Sub-Zeros for General Electric appliances. These are among the efforts of local builders trying to protect their bottom line amid shrinking budgets and...Tags: Metal and Mineral, Sales, Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning, Retirement, General Electric Company
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