Earnings news rattles Wall Street as indices slip
Tech shares declined after disappointing results from Computer Associates while Eli Lilly and Bristol-Myers posted solid earnings lifting drug stocks. The Nasdaq fell 0.7 percent to 1885.51 and the Dow gained 0.2 percent to 9613.13 as investors awaited stronger revenue outlooks amid cautious buying.
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Jobless claims dip to month low amid labor optimism
U S labor department data show new unemployment benefit claims for the week ending Oct 18 decline by 4 000 to 386 000 the lowest since Sept 20. Four week average stays about 392 250. Unemployment benefits for those collecting beyond a week drop to 3.5 million. Economists warn hiring and spending will pick up only with stronger profits and confidence.
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