May 1, 2020

The stock market’s big April gains

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The S&P 500 went up more than 12% in April. Analysts say they expect to see a sales decline of more than 50% for automakers. Amazon's warning on company spending. Relief efforts for undocumented immigrants.

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COVID-19

Vehicle sales crash in April, analysts say, dropping by half

by Jack Stewart

May 1, 2020

Pickup truck sales are holding up better than some other vehicles, spurred by incentives like zero-percent financing deals.

A line of Ford F-150 trucks. Dealer incentives tend to work well with truck buyers.

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With no federal aid, undocumented immigrants look to states, philanthropy for support

by Andy Uhler

May 1, 2020

California will start taking applications in May for cash benefits.

Even though undocumented workers pay taxes, they're not eligible for federal public benefits.

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