Greenspan calls 1996 a good year for U.S. economy
Fed Chair Alan Greenspan told the Senate Banking Committee that 1996 looks healthy with inflation kept in check as growth moderates in the second half. Markets rallied on expectations the Fed may delay rate hikes while trade deficits widen and the dollar strengthens amid uncertain near-term prospects.
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Ford recalls nearly 100000 1996 vehicles in Michigan
Ford Motor Co recalls about 99,700 1996 Taurus and Sable sedans and Windstar minivans for a transmission problem that could leave cars in neutral when parked. Also recalls 7,125 1995 Villager minivans for a third row bench seat issue. No injuries reported. Ford to notify 2,825 1996 Probe coupes over sun visor warning accuracy.
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Mortgage rates fall to 8.23 percent this week
Washington AP report says thirty year fixed rate mortgages averaged 8.23 percent this week, down from 8.42 percent last week, marking the lowest level since July 3 when rates were 8.14 percent. The national survey is released by the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.
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Mortgage rates surge to near high for 1995
The week saw rates near the peak since early March 1995 when averages ran 862 percent. Lenders were asking higher on one year adjustable rate mortgages, signaling tighter borrowing conditions.
Livestock Auction Totals From Kidron Sale Report
Lorain County Farm Bureau Cooperative shows totals from the Kidron Auction with 1,897 head consigned and prices across hogs calves cattle sheep goats and dairy cattle. Grain prices at closing include wheat 4.12 soybeans 7.45 per bushel and corn 4.58 per bushel.
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