Stocks erode last week's gains in a mixed session
In New York trading, blue chip issues gave back part of last week's gains as the Dow Jones industrial average fell to around 869 by noon. Analysts cited fears of an economic slowdown while U S Steel cut its shipment forecast and shares dropped. The NYSE composite slipped and volume rose modestly with Public Service Co of Colorado showing active trading.
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Study favors no fault auto insurance system
Washington report summarizes a Congressional Research Service study requested by Rep. Ralph Metcalfe. It argues no fault insurance would reduce discrimination against low income drivers, cut court delays, and speed medical and wage recovery, while noting high rates still burden young and poor drivers. The study aligns with DOT findings and signals growing White House support for no fault bills in Congress.
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Hearings consider letting doctors advertise to boost competition
Washington AP reports federal hearings may dismantle AMA advertising rules seen as price fixing and barrier to price comparison. FTC argues ethics ban blocks competition while AMA defends ethics safeguards. About 85 witnesses expected, hearings led by ALJ Ernest G Barnes into next year. Health spending in 1975 reached above 118 billion with rising costs.
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