Ohio Edison earnings rise on record electricity sales
Ohio Edison reports 1995 earnings up 45 percent to 294.7 million with revenue near 2.47 billion, marking a third consecutive year of record electricity sales. fourth quarter earnings were 69.3 million on 617.3 million in revenue. Banc One Corp posts fourth quarter earnings up sharply due to charges in 1954. Ameritech reports 13 percent rise in fourth quarter earnings and 11 percent revenue gain driven by home security services and cellular growth.
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Medina Man Settles GM Burn Lawsuit
Melvin J. Martin Jr. reached a settlement with General Motors over a 1990 Chevrolet S10 Blazer crash that left him with 65 percent burns, canceling his trial with Judge Judith Cross presiding. Terms were not disclosed. AT&T announces 2000 layoffs follows.
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NYSE Stocks Mixed As Commodities Drag Market Down
AP reports late trading shows NYSE closing mixed with energy and metals influences. Gold trades at 398.50 per troy ounce, copper at 1.14 per pound, and silver around 5445 per toy ounce. farm prices list corn 3.42, soybeans 7.00 per bushel, and wheat 4.32.
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FirstMerit EST to stay neighborly as signs may persist
Elyria officials report FirstMerit EST will remain on local signs for now as officials explore branch closings and consolidations. Bank leaders say EST will stay local at heart while offering broader services under FirstMerit Corp. of Akron, with 180 attendees at a dinner meeting.
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Fifth Avenue Remains World’s Priciest Storefront Strip
New York’s Fifth Avenue from 49th to 59th streets tops a global and city list as the most expensive storefront corridor. Rents reach up to 500 per square foot, up from 375 last year, fueled by luxury brand openings, a stronger retail revival, cleaner streets, and higher police presence. Fifth Avenue BID president Tom Cusick notes zero vacancies, contrasting five years ago when many spaces were vacant or out of business.
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Supreme Court allows negligence case over absence of airbags in Ford Escort
The Supreme Court refused Ford's appeal and let a New Hampshire trial proceed over a 1988 Escort missing airbags, risking broad litigation as about 58 million cars lack airbags since 1984 safety rules. Automakers warn that meeting federal standards may not shield them from suits. Officials warn airbags can be dangerous even when functioning properly.
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Largest wave of layoffs to hit 40,000 over three years
The plan to cut 40,000 jobs nationwide over three years includes 13 percent fewer positions in the telecom sector as it breaks into three companies. About 2,000 workers receive pink slips Tuesday in the first round, with 70 percent of cuts by end of 1996. Alan Blinder signals not seeking a second Fed term, possibly leaving this month. CSU students to tour England for two weeks to study international business topics.
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Coke Uses Subtle Ads In Theaters For Valentines
Coca Cola collaborates with Turner Network Television to show 40 second pre film clips from classics like Casablanca and The Big Chill. The spots feature Coke and TNT logos and invite viewers to refresh romantic memories. The company says the selling of product will be non direct. The TNT campaign runs until Valentine’s Day.
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T-bill rates fall in Treasury auction
Treasury sold 125 billion dollars in three month bills at a 5.02 percent discount, down from 5.03 percent. Investors’ resale yields reach 5.17 percent on 10 000 bills and 5.14 percent on six month bills. The Fed reported one year bill yields at 5.17 percent, down from 5.18 percent.
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