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r Wachovia # Level of Business Activity The level of business activity in North Carolina remained relatively flat in September, according to the Wachovia Business Index. The Index registered 129.5, up 0.1 percent from the revised figure for August. Total non-agricultural employment increased slightly in September; however, new business starts and the dollar value of building permits were, down. New claims for unemployment insurance were up for the month. Non-manufacturing employ ment rose 0.3 percent in September due to gains in construction, trade, service and government sectors. In manufacturing, lower employ ment was reported in textile, apparel and furniture industries. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for North Carolina was 7.0 percent in September, up 0.6 percentage points from August. The national rate for September was 7.4 percent, down 0.1 percentage point from August. West Craven Highlights, November 8,1984, Page 3 P my farm loans at Wachovia. They understand my business, j I get the terms I need. And my own Personal Banker.” :V"v.A.. ■I . > • v; ■ Meet your ftrsonal Bankere in Vanceboro. Jim Pepper City Manager/Personal Banker Vanceboro Office 244-0717 Leon Johnson Personal Banker Vanceboro Office 244-0717 Marie F. Whitforcl Personal Banker Vanceboro Office 244-0717 The unadjusted employment rate in North Carolina was 6.3 percent in September. The Wachovia North Carolina Business Index measures the level of economic activity in North Carolina on a monthly basis. Using 1976 as a base of 100, it reflects indicators of employ ment, business expansion, production and construction activity in the state's economy. All data are seasonally adjusted for historic seasonal trends and are adjusted to smooth statistical aberrations. Stinging requires a bee to use 22 different muscles. When it’s time to buy seed or a new tractor, you need money in a hurry. Maybe you’re planning to make a major improvement or to purchase a piece of land. We’ve made agribusiness an important part of our business for over 100 years. We have the resources to finance your total operation. And we’ll suit your situation with realistic terms and payment schedules. Our Simple Interest helps you save on the cost of your loan. You pay only the amount you owe, for the length of time you owe it. And we can make available a line of credit at favorable rates, so you can draw operating funds as you need them. Let Wachovia be your single source of credit. Talk with your Personal Banker today about loans for your short- or long-term needs. Wachovia Bank&Trust Member F.D.I.C.
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