Cloud on horizon worries housing industry insiders
AP analysis notes rising mortgage rates threaten savings institutions limited by yield rules. Disintermediation could curb mortgage lending, slowing housing costs. Yet experts say the cloud may grow slowly, with sunny conditions prevailing for now.
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First National Bank of Arizona Issues Visa Cards
First National Bank of Arizona begins issuing its first VISA cards this month to replace BankAmericard cards with Nov 30 expirations. Arizona merchants should accept First National VISA cards starting Dec 1. The program preserves most BankAmericard features except check guarantee. The Guardian Card will guarantee FNBA checks and valid BankAmericards remain honored as check guarantees until the reissue period ends.
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Stocks edge higher as week ends with gains on NYSE
The 2 p.m. Dow Jones at 835.85 rose 3.99 as gainers outpaced losers 3 to 2. NYSE volume reached 16.12 million shares while the Fed reported a 2.4 billion rise in money supply. Analysts saw no immediate Fed tightening and noted a higher third quarter growth estimate. The NYSE composite index rose .12 to 92.92 and the AMEX market value index climbed .79 to 119.66.
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Solar Energy Industry Sets National Session in Phoenix
The Solar Energy Industries Association will host a national workshop at Phoenix Civic Plaza February 4 to 8 with an exhibition of solar heating and cooling products. The event, aided by the Arizona Solar Energy Research Commission, will include a three day standards review for solar collector ratings and labeling to aid consumer comparisons. The conference is described as one of the largest solar trade expositions in the nation with more than 100 manufacturers expected to exhibit.
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Barter talk by National Businessman's Association in Scottsdale
The National Businessman's Association will sponsor a public lecture titled Barter In A Sophisticated Society at noon Tuesday in the Safari Hotel Scottsdale. L David Fox president and founder will explain using barter to boost sales while conserving cash. A no host luncheon buffet starts at noon for 3.75 in the Kudu Room.
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