New jobless claims fall less than expected

Related: Stocks & economy

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   1. Stocks edge slightly higher in afternoon trading

      Updated 4 minutes ago Stocks extended their September rally Thursday after more encouraging news on the job market.

   2. Hopes up as jobless claims fall, trade gap eases
   3. U.S. trade deficit narrowed sharply in July
   4. More U.S. regions reporting slower growth
   5. Economists scale back U.S. growth outlook
   6. Life Inc.: What's the best economic stimulus plan?
   7. Life Inc.: Competition for jobs remains tough
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