Trade Winds Stock Market Nearing Downgraded Uplink Outlook
Wall Street analysts say three factors could reverse the downtrend: a reversal of tight Fed policy, an oversold bounce, or a Paris peace breakthrough. Most see limited gains as earnings prospects and deflation pressures cap rallies, with Fed chair Williams Martin pledging to keep restraint through 1969. Auto production trims and strong used-truck markets add volatility amid high inventory and global wage pressures in France.
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Minor Planets and Wage Talks Amid Recall News
An article notes minor planets and a 5 percent wage rise plus 3 percent to cover inflation as De Gaulle seeks to curb prices. French unions are split and may accept 8 percent with a further wage rendezvous next fall. General Motors recalls 4.9 million vehicles at about 10 million dollars in costs for postage, labor, and parts, with servicing taking longer due to limited equipment. Plants run three shifts daily to manage recall and normal production.
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