Spending up, shoppers lift economy in July
Consumers spent more on cars, furniture and electronics in July and earlier months, suggesting resilience amid unemployment and high prices. Analysts say sustained spending could help the economy rebound from a weak first half. however, market volatility and tepid confidence raise caution about a lasting recovery.
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Foes refuse compromise in Ohio anti union ballot fight
We Are Ohio says no compromise will remove the referendum from the fall ballot. The group defending the law says dialogue possible to avoid a costly campaign. The measure bans public employee strikes and limits collective bargaining for over 350,000 workers. the fight centers on the November 8 election.
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Kroger workers in WV and OH to vote on contract offer
United Food and Commercial Workers Local 23 members at 12 Kroger stores in West Virginia and eastern Ohio will vote this weekend on a three year contract. The offer has no wage increase and shifts health care costs to employees. the bargaining committee recommends rejection.
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Advertising slowdown hits media ad rebound in 2011
The U S advertising market, boosted in 2010 by political and retail spending, cools as consumer sentiment flags and the economy cools. Analysts warn that media stocks and ad growth may slip, with ZenithOptimedia trimming 2011 growth forecasts to 2.1 percent from 2.5 percent.
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