Stable prices seen for small model cars
Detroit AP reports 1984 model domestic small cars likely to hold near current prices while large luxury autos may rise by over 200 dollars this fall. Analysts cite sagging small-car demand, stabilized gasoline prices, and excess small-car capacity as drivers behind the mixed outlook.
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Auto makers set 1984 models for fall sales with some delays
Automotive News reports most 1984 GM vehicles go on sale Sept 22, with Cadillac deVille Buick Electra and Olds 98 delayed past Jan 1. Ford lines, minus Lincoln Mark VII, also hit Sept 22. Mark VII debuts Nov 3. AMC, Chrysler, VW plan Sept 29 or Jan 1 introductions.
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Domestic content auto bill moves ahead in House
The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved by 26 to 16 a bill to require foreign auto makers to build factories in the United States. It advances to the Ways and Means Committee for 30 days before a House floor vote. Proponents include the United Auto Workers and House leaders. over 150 lawmakers are co sponsors. Eckart expects action after Labor Day, but the bill faces slim Senate prospects.
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Markets rebound as blue chips near record high at noon
A rally lifts major indices to new highs with four key measures posting records. The Dow climbs from a two-year low, while the NYSE composite, Amex value index, S and P 400, and S and P 500 end higher as investors weigh growth signals and steady rates.
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Durable goods orders edge up after surge in March and April
U S manufacturers saw a 0.2 percent rise in May durable goods orders led by non-defense gains, offset by a slide in military aircraft demand. Total orders reached 83.6 billion dollars with shipments up 3.2 percent to 83.1 billion, as defense orders fell and non-defense capital goods declined.
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IBM Gives Computers to Twenty Universities in Education Push
IBM will provide 40 million in computer systems to 20 universities in 14 states and the District of Columbia to boost manufacturing systems education at engineering schools. Five more schools will receive 10 million in cash to upgrade graduate programs in manufacturing systems this summer.
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IBP trims pay at Emporia beef plant and others
IBP stated hourly pay cuts of 11 to 12 percent will affect about 1,750 workers at the Emporia Kansas plant starting next Monday. The company cited eroded competitiveness after months of industry realities and noted similar salary reductions for plants in Denison Iowa West Point Nebraska and Laverne Minnesota.
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