Tech stocks extend winning streak to four sessions
Tech shares led a broader market uptrend as the Nasdaq climbed to 2,220.60 and the S P 500 edged higher, while the Dow eased on profit-taking. Cisco rose as analysts cited stabilized North American business, and Applied Micro Circuits gained, though IBM and Exxon Mobil weighed on the Dow amid oil sector concerns.
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Factories see first March orders rise amid broad slowdown
The Fed reports March factory orders up on transportation equipment demand but notes widespread weakness across the economy. The survey from 12 regional banks indicates almost all districts show a slow pace of activity, with weak retail sales in March and only small gains expected ahead. Policymakers meet May 15 to consider another rate cut.
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March Jobless Rate Unchanged in Virginia
The Virginia Employment Commission says the March jobless rate held at 2.4 percent, higher than 2.1 percent a year earlier but well below the national 4.6 percent. Cooler wet weather delayed outdoor work by about two weeks, with several manufacturers continuing short furloughs due to inventory backlogs. Northern Virginia posted the lowest metro rate at 1.3 percent, while Danville's was the highest at 6.2 percent. Dickenson County and Lancaster County had the peak rates among coalfields and fishing communities at 13.5 percent and 11.7 percent respectively.
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Snack cake giant to add 200 jobs in Virginia expansion
McKee Foods will add more than 200 jobs and expand Little Debbie production at its Stuarts Draft bakery after beating Tennessee and Arkansas for a 44.8 million project. President Jack McKee touted the plant’s strong performance record, low turnover, pro business climate, and good ties with local and state governments.
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