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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1966
Page
4
Australia posted a March trade deficit of 839.4 million while noting imports tied to a new warship and other materiel. Analysts highlighted a large import bill masking the deficit, with March figures showing the lowest deficit in two years and a slim improvement from prior months.
London reports show copper prices edging higher amid ongoing market demand while May contracts hint at steady imports and export activity. Analysts note reserves and defence-related purchases shaping a cautious outlook as market watchers follow futures and spot shifts across London and Sydney.
A fragmented report notes Anthony Hordern's smaller loss amid revisions. It cites provisions for non recurring disestablishment expenses and depreciation, with mixed results in sales, inventories, and capital measures.
A partial, garbled report notes farmers face reduced profits as costs rise and crop issues bite. It cites a $992.08 year earnings figure and mentions provisions and extensions in a Western region. Directors discuss ongoing support measures and anticipated income impacts amid rising expenses.
India will receive a $3.9 million loan from IMF as part of a currency restructuring plan. The fund will convert funds into Indian rupees, with steps to ease overseas fungibility. Analysts warn the transfer could affect Australia’s reserve position and exchange stability.
GATT officials urged extending the free trade area to cover a larger volume of trade. Delegates backed continuing work on a full regional arrangement with revisions and further meetings. They emphasized time needed for a complete agreement and broader coverage beyond current scope.
A merger recommendation was issued for Fire Fighting Enterprises and Ladd, urging two communities to merge on the basis of the Bysis Vp Maffy Viritie plan. Shareholders would receive one Fire Fighting share per Maffyi Virie ordinary share and 28 cash per Muffin Virie preference share, with full informed consent to be provided.
Canada and China agreed to a new three year wheat supply framework, detailing volumes and payment terms for shipments to China. The pact, announced recently, outlines staged deliveries from next year through August, with a multiyear commitment and government guarantees under the Wheat Board.
Report says Shell and BP indicate a second productive gas reservoir in the North Sea near the east coast, with a large offshore field expected to feed a pipeline to the Shell Base. BP plans to scale output toward 100 million cubic feet daily by 1967 as Statoil-like claims?
Sydney stocks held a firm tone with a slight turnover dip on the Sydney Stock Exchange. The All Ordinaries Index slipped 116 points to 798 points as mining shares edged higher on copper price gains, while retail stocks advanced amid cautious trading and a lighter turnover.
The report outlines gains and dividends in several companies including George Weston and Vestra Foods Ltd, with interim and final dividends noted and profits rising or falling in the period. It mentions Credit Corporation, Skandw, and Kilton entities, plus the impact on revenue, depreciation, and earnings for the year, and lists planned dividends and dates for payout.
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