Boeing (BA) Stock Rises Amid New Labor Contract Proposal

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Boeing's (BA, Financial) stock saw an increase of 4.3%, reaching $161.56. The company, along with the union, announced that striking machinists will vote on a new contract proposal, which includes a 35% wage increase over four years. This development could potentially end the costly five-week strike.

Analysts suggest that the proposed contract may increase Boeing's payroll expenses by over $1 billion in the next four years.

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