Consumer Credit Rises in April Elevates Recovery Hopes
The Fed reports April consumer credit up by 1.18 billion, led by auto and durable goods borrowing, signaling easing recession fears. Auto-loan debt rose 233 million as car sales rose to a three year high, while steel industry capacity slid to 42.5 percent amid extended Mine shutdowns.
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Competing 1983 Budget Plans Reach House Floor Showdown
Democratic and Republican leaders present rival 1983 budgets offering higher taxes or deeper welfare cuts. Speaker O Neill says funds target retraining and unemployment relief while Michel calls for across the board give. Both sides finalize plans and head to another House vote showdown set for Thursday.
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