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Stocks rallied Wednesday, finding momentum at the end of a volatile session in which investors considered a rash of weak economic reports but opted to scoop up select stocks anyway.
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Economic conditions deteriorated further across the nation, according to the Federal Reserve's latest snapshot, suggesting the U.S. central bank may continue to lower interest rates in the near future.
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One in three toys tested was found to contain toxic chemicals such as lead, flame retardants and arsenic, according to a report issued Wednesday by an environmental group.
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The U.S. dollar gained against most major currencies Wednesday, ahead of expected interest rate cuts by European central banks this week and amid volatile global equity markets.
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For the second month in a row, employment among small businesses is down, according to estimates from payroll processor ADP. The drop marks the first time since early 2002 that the nation's most resilient job sector has shown two consecutive months of contraction.
