NEW YORK - Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
NYSE
Merrill Lynch Inc., down $1.79 at $35.90
Rumors swirled that the investment bank would issue a profit warning, but a spokeswoman declined to comment on speculation.
MBIA Inc., down 86 cents at $5.59
Moody's Investors Service decided to cut several ratings on the bond insurer, which said it was "baffled" by the downgrades.
Ford Motor Co., down 51 cents at $5.81
The automaker will cut third-quarter production because of a sluggish market for pickups and sport utility vehicles.
Continental Airlines Inc., down $1.36 at $14.23
The carrier and United Airlines announced an alliance, but the soaring price of oil sent airline stocks tumbling.

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