Gold stocks crash as kaffirs slump in market rout
Merrill Lynch ranks gold mining last in 120 categories as gold prices fall and index gauges plunge. Experts warn of higher mine costs and potential closures while some advise buying quality mines at low costs. Randfontein shows strongest uranium play amid volatile sector.
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Paradox in July unemployment report shocks analysts
The July unemployment rate rose to 7.8 percent as 400,000 new jobs were added, but the rise reflects discouraged workers reentering the labor force rather to a worsening economy. The Bureau counts only those actively seeking work, so the jobless rate can spike while conditions improve.
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Nebraska banks join NETS electronic funds transfer
A Nebraska group of 449 banks contracted with MICOR Inc of Phoenix to implement NETS, a statewide electronic funds transfer system. NETS, led by Kermit Hansen of U S National Bank, aims for a March statewide rollout and regional expansion with Iowa, funded at 1.3 million over three years.
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Dow Jones Averages and NYSE movers report
New York AP summary shows late national prices for NYSE issues with stock names, last prices, and percent changes. The list includes notable gains and declines with percent movements and closing levels, followed by a section of top movers and downers on the NYSE.
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Stock quotes from New York Exchange show mixed gains and losses
Reading of 2 p.m. quotations lists numerous stocks such as Armco, Asarco, Boeing, CocaCola, IBM, Exxon, CocaCola and many others with varied percentages. The column reflects sprawling price changes across sectors and large industry names on the exchange floor.
Stock market rally as inflation outlook boosts shares
New York stock market posted a moderate rally led by gains on the Dow Jones average up 9.47 to 988.95 as traders eyed July wholesale price data. Coca Cola Bottling of New York led activity up 4% at 75 and large blocks traded, with NYSE composite index up .30 to 55.60 and AMEX market value index up .48 to 103.71.
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Commodity Closings From Market Report
Today's closing quotations from Madda Trading include gold at 113.30 up 0.60, IMM Sept gold 113.80 up 1.30, Aug silver 4.23½ up 0.12, Oct platinum 156 up 4.20, Sept copper 75.5 up 1.5, Sept wheat 3.2434 up 0.12, Sept corn 2.745 down 0.13, Aug soybeans 6.17 down 0.06, Aug live cattle 37.82 down 0.95, Aug live hogs 42.72 up 0.57, Aug pork bellies 64.57 up 2.00, Sept fresh eggs 60.55 up 1.75, May Maine potatoes 7.82 down 0.02, Sept plywood 162.20 up 9.10, Oct cotton 75.43 up 1.16, Sept sugar 10.93 up 0.01.
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J C Penney Expands Catalog Departments in Arizona
J C Penney Company will open catalog departments in seven Phoenix area stores as the first wave of 21 Arizona locations. The move aims to grow catalog sales and cut delivery times to four to five days, with distribution from Penney's Atlanta center.
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