Market watch Aug. 13 2004 Russell 2000 data
Market summary dated August 13 2004 shows Russell 2000 at 517.39 with 1 867 advanced and 1 340 declined and 170 unchanged. NYSE and Nasdaq diaries list daily volume totals 1 427 615 090 amid mixed session activity.
Trade deficit hits record 55.82 billion in June
The United States ran a June trade deficit of 55.82 billion, a 19.1 percent rise from May. Exports fell to 92.82 billion while imports reached a record 148.64 billion as energy costs surged and food prices declined in July, with wholesale prices showing a modest rise of 0.1 percent.
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US Airways stock plunges after dire labor talks and bankruptcy warnings
US Airways shares dive 22 percent as CEO Bruce Lakefield criticizes slow labor negotiations with machinists and pilots warn of possible bankruptcy next month. Dell Inc reports a near 30 percent jump in net income to 799 million on revenue of 11.71 billion, with shares up 4.2 percent to 34.51.
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Kroger union talks in Butler County hit snag on health care
UF CW Local 1099 and Kroger representatives in Middletown and Butler County met this week over health care packages while lockouts and tough talks swirl in Southern California. The 8,500 workers at about 70 Kroger stores face an Oct. 9 contract expiry.
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Oil price surge reflects thin global supply cushion
Analysts say the world’s spare capacity is perilously small as demand rises. With disruptions possible in Iraq, Russia, and Venezuela, crude futures topped 46 a barrel on NYMEX after Saudi efforts to stabilize markets failed. Capacity estimates range from 0.5 to 1.5 million bpd, well below the 10-year average, signaling a fragile balance for years ahead.
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Target mulls bid for Hudson's Bay to enter Canada
Minneapolis Target Corp weighing an 857 million bid to acquire all or part of Hudson's Bay Co. which would bring its first international stores via Zellers The Bay and Home Outfitters. HBC shares rose while Target stock edged higher on the news. analysts note the move would give Target Canada competition with Wal Mart and expand its footprint beyond the United States.
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