In corporate news, Verizon Wireless confirmed it will work with Nokia Corp. (NOK, NOK1V.HE) in the future, a move that will likely include the cell-phone service provider selling the Finnish handset maker's line of Windows 8 smartphones. Nokia shares increased 3.4% to $2.46 in New York trade.
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