Morning News

• Futures are up slightly this morning we could see a higher open.

• Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) reaches $30 million settlement with South Korean company who accused Microsoft of unfair trade practices.

• Delta Airlines which is operating under bancruptcy protection reports a $1.13 billion loss.

• Diamler Chrysler (DCX) to sell it's remaining 12.4% stake in Mitsubishi Motors.

• H5N1 the (bird flu) confirmed in a breakout in Kuwait.

• New Jersey Judge wants next 10 cases against Vioxx to involve people who have taken the drug for at least 18 months.

• Crude Oil continues to slide a bit currently $57.17 per barrel.

• Wholesale Gasoline has also pulled back a bit to $1.48 per gallon.

• Natural Gas is $11.52 per unit.

• Gold is currently $466.90 per ounce.

Budd Foxx