Stocks rise as oil aids discounters (Reuters)
6th Sep 2005, 19:40 GMT
Reuters - U.S. stocks rose on Tuesday as oil prices fell more than $1, boosting shares of companies sensitive to energy prices, such as discount retailer Wal-Mart Stores Inc. , air carrier Delta Air Lines Inc. and diversified manufacturer 3M Co.
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