Author: 123jump.com Staff
123jump.com
Last Update: 11:55 AM EDT August 25 2006

Market averages are in the negative zone as oil and natural gas mount a comeback. Crude oil for October delivery is 1.2% and natural gas is up 1.5%. Energy explorers, refiners and markets are leading the sector gain. Natural gas is at a two week high and crude oil is at a one week high. Ford Motor is in talks to sell luxury division. H&R Block is down 9% on loan loss reserve of $100 million.