Market slips further as Dow drops to 2900 amid thin economic signals
The Dow Jones average fell 10.29 to 2900.04 as declines edged advances on NYSE trading. Volume reached 173.08 million on the floor, with total NYSE volume at 209.68 million shares. The Wilshire index shows a 0.15 percent loss, and major indices including the S and P 500 and NYSE composite moved lower. GEICO reports quarterly net income of 40.9 billion dollars or 2.79 per share, down from 46.4 million and 3.02 per share a year earlier.
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Baltimore Gas and Electric declares quarterly dividend
Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. announces a regular quarterly dividend of 52.5 cents per share on common stock and setting rates for all outstanding preferred stock. Dividends are payable July 1 to holders of record at the close of business June 10. Quotations courtesy of Ferris, Baker Watts, Inc.
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Grain futures show mixed moves on Chicago Board
Open high and low quotes across wheat corn and oats indicate varied activity on Thursday. Wheat near 3.00 to 3.21 per bushel with mixed volume, corn around 2.40 to 2.65, oats around 1.30 to 1.50 as open interest and Wed sales data are reported.
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World grain trade declines ease U.S. transport strain
A USDA ERS report shows world feed grain trade easing pressure on the U.S. transport system as exports run below last year. Navigation recoveries on the Mississippi improve barge shipments while rail and barge equipment should meet harvest needs. Global coarse grain output rises 6 percent, hay harvests fall slightly, and pasture conditions vary by state.
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