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Factory orders drop more than expected in November
(AP:WASHINGTON) Orders to factories fell for a record fourth straight month in November, and analysts believe manufacturing will continue to suffer in coming months as the country slogs through a recession entering its second year.
The Commerce Department said Tuesday that orders declined by 4.6 percent in November, nearly double the 2.5 percent drop economists expected. Orders have been falling since August, including a 6 percent plunge in October, the biggest setback in eight years.
The weakness in November reflected a big drop in demand for commercial aircraft. Weakness also was seen in autos, primary metals such as steel, and defense communications…
6Jan2009 | INO | 0 comments | ContinuedPledge to Hedge: An Ancient Trick For Cooling Can Save Big Bucks
“You’re going about this the wrong way,†said my friend and architect Fredrick Zal.
“What you really need is a cold air stack.â€
I had asked Fred for some easy, cost efficient ways to cool our house. It was a logical step in our family’s ongoing quest to reduce our energy bills by 25% or more while spending as little money as possible and without compromising our lifestyle.
To be honest, I had expected Fred to lecture me on how to use my air-conditioner more efficiently. After all, setting the thermostat a little higher and using fans can save 6%-8% on cooling costs…
3Sep2008 | Money Morning | Comments Off | Continued
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