Greenspan flags eventual rise in interest rates
Fed Chair Greenspan told Congress the U S recovery has momentum and that low short term rates will rise at some point though he did not specify when He cited solid growth prospects and a stronger hiring climate with March payroll gains of 308 000 the most in four years He noted dollar weakness and global growth add price pressures while inflation remains low and stressed the funds rate must rise to curb future inflation In IMF outlook global growth is seen at 4 6 percent this year, U S at 4 6 percent.
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Hybrid vehicle surge drives US registrations and plans
U S hybrid registrations rose to 43 435 last year a 25 8 increase led by California Virginia Florida and Washington automakers invest in hybrid tech Honda Civic and Toyota Prius dominate US sales Toyota Prius sales surged 62 4 percent through March while Honda Civic Hybrid set a March monthly record Ford and Lexus plan hybrid SUVs and sedans Honda Accord Hybrid coming this year High gas prices and environmental concerns bolster the trend though hybrids remain a small share of total US vehicle sales.
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Creditors tout Weirton Steel plant's potential
In Wheeling West Virginia Eddie Lehner a consultant to creditors seeking to buy Weirton Steel testified the bankrupt mill could net 60 to 120 million annually as an independent company. The Informal Committee of Senior Secured Note holders argue for a higher bid of 364 million to win assets from International Steel Group as Judge Friends considers the sale.
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Alcohol ads rise in 2002 study links youth exposure
A Georgetown University study says alcohol advertising on network local and cable TV rose 39 percent in 2002 to 289381 ads and spending topped 990 million. Teens saw 66218 ads, a 30 percent rise, with beer brands like Heineken and Miller Lite among top spenders. The report urges industry changes, while the Distilled Spirits Council defends self regulation and says teens are about 10 percent of ad audiences.
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Republic Engineered Products Inc. reports strong operations in Lorain
Republic Engineered Products Inc. says operations are improving with recent record performances. A call-in briefing is planned to discuss months of activity locally. Union leader Dash Sokol notes 180 back from layoff, though cautions on steel cycles.
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