Tech stocks drive Nasdaq above 1900 as confidence grows
Investors push into technology shares as the Nasdaq closes above 1900 for the first time in 18 months, signaling renewed faith in the sector amid a solid but cautious market. Analysts warn of overbought risk while pointing to improving earnings and spending in tech.
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Baytown’s sales tax rebates fall in July figures
Texas Comptroller Strayhorn disbursed 484252.95 in Baytown rebates for July sales taxes. the amount trails August allocation by 244012.70, a 33.3 percent drop, with minimal year over year decrease. Anahuac shows a September rebate of 7977.73, down slightly from August and last year, while Mont Belvieu posts 95143.68, up 16.6 percent from August but down from last year. City officials note a flattening trend with remaining fiscal year projections uncertain.
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President Bush urged Congress to curb medical malpractice damages and broader tort reform to curb rising health care costs and trial lawyer fees. He also promoted global trade expansion as tariffs on steel face WTO scrutiny and possible removal. The White House backs limits on contingency fees and seeks a level playing field for small businesses.
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