Market Gawk

United States Market and Economy

March 28th, 2008

U.S. stocks face employment, earnings tests

Stocks will continue to test the market’s newfound resilience next week, as investors look to close the first quarter and cast aside jitters from the credit crisis. However, concerns about the U.S. economy are likely to return amid a slew of key numbers culminating with the employment report Friday.

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March 28th, 2008

Stocks finished mixed; Brasil Telecom rises on deal reports

Major Latin American stock markets close mixed Friday, but a jump in shares of Brasil Telecom Participacoes help cap losses in Brazil’s benchmark index.

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March 28th, 2008

Lofty egg prices showing no sign of cracking soon

If you haven’t shopped for eggs lately, get ready for some sticker-shock: A dozen eggs cost $2 or more in most U.S. cities, up about 45% in just eight months.

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March 28th, 2008

Trouble brewing as hops shortage slams beer makers

Ask about hops at the American Flatbread brewpub in Vermont, and you’re likely to find yourself in cold storage, in the cellar, with brewer and co-owner Paul Sayler. There, he’ll mourn that his supplies are depleted. It’s an experience shared by many, if not most, craft brewers.

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March 28th, 2008

One Company All But Has A Lock On Robotic Surgery Equipment

Surgeons are supposed to have firm hands and steely nerves. Da Vinci has both.

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March 28th, 2008

Thornburg Silent As Deadline Passes

No word on whether mortgage lender has closed crucial bond sale.

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