US stocks fall amid concerns over delayed economic recoveryNEW YORK - US stocks fell Wednesday amid a rise in commodity prices, which sparked concerns that higher interest rates and inflation would delay economic recovery. Highlights from the Fed’s latest survey of economic conditions across the countryWASHINGTON — Highlights from the Federal Reserve’s survey of economic conditions nationwide. The survey, released Wednesday and known as the Beige Book, is based on information collected from the Fed’s 12 regional bank districts. Dollar gains as Beige Book offers some relief, Treasury yields riseNEW YORK — The dollar ticked higher Wednesday as the Federal Reserve’s snapshot of the country showed the economic decline was moderating and government bond yields rose to multimonth highs. Stocks fall as weak 10-year note auction raises worries about interest rates, inflationNEW YORK — The stock market has a new priority: interest rates. Fed survey: recession eased, some regions report improved expectations for business activityWASHINGTON — The economy’s sharp slide eased in the late spring and hopes for future business activity improved, suggesting that the worst of the recession has passed. Stocks fluctuate as oil hits high for the year, Home Depot gives more upbeat earnings forecastNEW YORK — Investors bided their time Wednesday, encouraged by rising commodity prices but hesitant about making big moves ahead of regional economic data. Stocks advance as oil hits high for the year, Home Depot issues upbeat earnings forecastNEW YORK — Stocks are higher as rising oil prices lift commodity stocks. Stock futures rise sharply following sharp overseas gains, rising oil pricesNEW YORK — Stock index futures are rising, pointing to a higher opening on Wall Street following gains in overseas markets and rising oil prices. AP News in BriefObama says breakthrough on election crisis strengthens democratic hopes for Afghanistan |