Wall Street hits new highs as Dow tops 20 percent rise
Wall Street ends a volatile week with the Dow Jones Industrial Average up over 20 percent for the year, closing at 7 782.04 after a 346.26 point weekly gain. Nasdaq and other indexes also set records amid inflation data and Fed rate expectations.
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Net PCs aim to cut costs with centralized software
Major computer makers back Intel and Microsoft on Net PCs that boot from a central mainframe rather than local drives. Prices run up to about 3000 dollars with remote maintenance and updates, aiming to reduce desktop maintenance costs and fiddling by workers. Sun Microsystems promotes a different approach with standalone terminals starting at 740 dollars, not allowing local file storage.
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Netguide to cease publication in August
A questionable text states that Netguide, a monthly Internet guide, announced it would stop publication in August. The report mentions 2MP Melia Inc. of Manhasset and 2240 Media, with unclear phrases about related titles Wikguide and Windows magazine and a shift away from exclusive paid content.
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Car Leasing Quiz and Advice From Consumer Report
A mixed quiz on car leasing facts with answers and guidance. It covers lease percentages, reasons to lease, residual value, typical terms, and how to negotiate. Includes a reader service offer for the Consumer Report New Car Price Service and contact details for inquiries.
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Hobby or Investment: Tax Rules for Collecting Memorabilia
The article explains when collecting sports memorabilia or similar items counts as a hobby or an investment for tax purposes. It notes the distinction affects deductible losses, outlines factors the IRS and courts consider, and cites Myron Lubell of Friends International University.
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Pet health insurance falls short in coverage
Pet insurance plans from Veterinary Pet Insurance offer low per incident caps and high gaps, with deductible and co payment. Even high end policies miss major costs such as cancer treatment and routine care not covered.
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Stock Quote Hotline Directs NYSE NASDAQ Quotes
The Herald Journal Stock Quote Hotline offers free 24 hour quotations on NYSE and NASDAQ stocks. Dial NewsLine at 9988 to hear quotes and enter 9989 for directions or categories.
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