Opening Belz, Oct. 5

By Adam Belz

October 5, 2012 — 10:16am

Stocks up early on decline in unemployment rate – The Street
U.S. adds 114,000 jobs, showing “modest, bump-along growth” – WSJ
How each political party might view today’s jobs numbers – NY Times
Anon. sources: United Health wants to buy giant Brazilian health insurer – Bloomberg
Baudette drug firm to merge with Illinois company – StarTribune
Why the Twins have to start winning soon: Money – StarTribune
South African mine strike spreads as unrest persists – Reuters
City planners bandy running streetcars on Nicollet – StarTribune
Lisle, Ill.-based truck engine maker could close plants – Reuters

What are the forces moving the Minnesota economy? Adam Belz tries to identify the trends and show the connections between Minnesota and the larger U.S. and global economies. You can connect with him on Twitter: @adambelz

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