Wall Street dips as Fed auctions 20 billion dollars
Wall Street extends losses amid flagging growth and rising prices. The Fed offered 20 billion dollars in a 28 day credit auction to spur bank lending, with results due Wednesday. Analysts question if the move will lift sentiment amid inflation fears and mortgage woes, as Greenspan warns of possible stagflation.
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Stockyards Springfield Hog Carcass Prices and Illinois Hogs
Eastern Cornbelt carcass prices per inch show a range from 42.50 to 57.62 for 0.5 to 0.9 inch bf. Today's negotiated purchases total 13,829. Illinois direct hogs trade steady to up two dollars with moderate demand. 1 3 300-400 lbs at 16.00-20.00, 400-500 lbs 18.00-21.00, 500-600 lbs 21.00-23.00, over 600 lbs up to 27.00. Boars under 300 lbs 15.00-18.00, over 300 lbs 5.00-10.00. The Associated Press.
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Wheat futures reach record high before retreat on CBOT
Wheat for March delivery jumped to a record 10.095 a bushel on the Chicago Board of Trade before closing at 9.66. March corn rose to 4.3875, March oats gained 1.5 cents to 2.9925, and January soybeans fell to 11.5675 per bushel.
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Retailers brace for final Christmas shopping surge
After a slow weekend retailers push for last minute sales. Macy’s Manhattan flagship and Toys R Us plan extended hours ending December 24. Analysts note shoppers delayed by a mixed winter storm and ongoing economic worries, extending the holiday rush into the final week.
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