China near deal to allow foreign broadcasts into homes
China moves toward an extraordinary agreement to permit direct foreign broadcasts into citizens homes if CCTV-9, China s main state channel, is carried in the United States. News Corp and AOL Time Warner would distribute CCTV-9 in parts of southern China while ensuring access to U S audiences.
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Dow Jones closes higher as major indices mix gains
At a glance the Dow Jones Industrials finish up 35.78 points to 10,033.27 after trading rangees between 9,885.88 and 10,066.69. S&P 500 slips 1.20 points to 31.74 while Nasdaq falls 11.77 to 59.01. NYSE composite down 1.08 to 588.47 and Russell 2000 up 45 to 462.51. Volume across NYSE totals 632.85 million with after hours 957,396 and revised total 358.92 million.
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Skeptics view on index funds and small caps gains
Analysts debate index funds versus active managers amid volatility. Duncan Richardson of Eaton Vance argues managed funds can outperform relying on indexes, notes index overvaluation risk, while S&P 500 fell about 12 percent this year. Morningstar data show 130+ U.S. diversified index funds now represent about 6 percent of the sector.
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Stockyards Springfield carcass prices and hog market
Eastern Cornbelt carcass prices listed by inch bf with ranges from 0.5 to 0.9 inch. Today's negotiated purchases total 20,269. Illinois Direct Hogs show unevenly higher prices across weight classes with US 1-3 300-600+ lb ranges and boar prices.
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Grain futures ease on harvest pressure at Chicago
Chicago grain prices dipped as harvest pressures and forthcoming crop estimates unsettled traders. Wheat for December slid to 2.85 per bushel while December corn fell to 2.29. Oats rose to 1.46 per bushel and November soybeans declined to 4.78 while per bushel.
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Treasury secretary sees economic rebound ahead
Treasury Secretary Paul ONeill said the yearlong slowdown appears to end and tax rebates will spur growth. He rejected fears that consumers will save refunds, noting only half mailed and predicting 2.5 to 3 percent growth for 2002. He spoke before a nine day Asia trip and APEC meetings.
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Energy firms buy rivals in major oil sector consolidations
Oklahoma City based Devon Energy Corp buys Canadian natural gas producer Anderson Exploration Ltd for 3.4 billion dollars in cash plus 1.2 billion dollars in debt. Dallas based Santa Fe International Corp. buys Houston based Global Marine Inc for about 3 billion dollars in stock, forming Global Santa Fe Corp with over 100 rigs and fleets of 59 offshore and 31 land drilling rigs.
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Delivery Driver and Automotive Painter Listings
Propane delivery positions require CDL with HAZMAT and experience. apply by mail to 1114 N Marion St Carbondale IL 62901. OTR driving roles offer weekends home, 401K and medical. call 618-997-3889 or 800-526-4886 for Midwest routes. Local automotive body shop seeks experienced Autobody Technician and Painters with benefits. send applications to Box C-416 c/o Southern Illinoisan P.O. Box 2108 Carbondale IL 62902.
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A job inquiry letter addressed to Human Resources requests confidential consideration. It provides a P O box mailing address in Mt Vernon Illinois and seeks professional handling of the application. The sender emphasizes discretion and timely processing of materials.
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