Blue chips rise after 2 days of losses. Boeing's 3% gain comes despite three 787 problems in as many days.
The carrier says access to real-time data can improve safety and fuel efficiency. Lawmakers and consumers, meanwhile, are asking for more in-flight access to electronics.
Already this week, airlines report 4 separate problems with the aircraft. The plane is still troubled after a rocky path to production.
The company delivers 46 787 Dreamliners, and deliveries beat archrival Airbus overall for the first time since 2002. Analysts see Boeing holding the top position for at least 2 years.
The Dow falls 25 after the central bank says the economy still needs help. Investors cheer Facebook's mobile ad efforts. Boeing and Panera Bread offer bullish outlooks. But Netflix shares are crushed. New-home sales are the strongest in 2 years.
The blue chips gain 59 points in a volatile day. Because of Apple's earnings miss, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq end lower for a 4th day. Because of Facebook issues, Zynga shares fall more than 35%. Whole Foods earnings cheer. New-home sales disappoint.
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