U.S. stock indexes close mixed, but score solid weekly gains
U.S. stock indexes close mixed, but score solid weekly gains May 16th, 2008 NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — U.S. stocks were mixed Friday, but still scored impressive weekly gains, as crude-oil prices broke to another record high and consumer confidence slumped, overshadowing a surprising rise in April home construction. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 5.86 points to end at 12,986.8, giving it a weekly gain of 1.9%. The S&P 500 gained 1.78 points to 1,425.35, lifted by energy and utility sha
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