Morning News

Futures are pointing to a slightly lower open this morning.

February trade gap numbers will be out at 8:30 this morning.

March Producer Price Index will also be released at 8:30 this morning.

Consumer Sentiment for the month of April to be released at 10:00 this morning.

European markets are trading higher so far today.

In Tokyo the Nikkei 225 did lose ground.

Apple Computer delaying the release of Leopard.

General Electric will release earnings this morning.

Justice Dept. asking for more information on proposed merger between Sirius Satellite Radio, and XM Satellite Radio.

Don Imus out at CBS.

Merck & Company raising outlook for the quarter and the year.

Morgan Stanley to buy 13 hotels located in Japan for $2.4 billion.

New Jersey Govenor in critical condition after hit and run crash.

6.2 magnitude earthquake has reportedly rocked Mexico City.

Crude oil back up to $64.00 per barrel.

Wholesale gasoline is now up to $2.20 per gallon.

Natural gas sitting just under $8.00 per unit.

Gold is $682.00 per ounce.

Budd Foxx