Fri Nov 2, 2012 3:16am EDT
Nov 2 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the New York Times business pages on Friday. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
* Damages from hurricane Sandy double a previous forecast, with economists warning that it could shave a half percentage point off the nation's economic growth. ()
* The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's broad crackdown is aimed at manipulation of energy prices. ()
* The Congressional Research Service withdrew a report that found no correlation between top tax rates and economic growth after senators raised concerns. ()
* Policy makers are being urged to address long-term unemployment before those looking for work decide to give up trying for good. ()
* Dragged down by advertising and circulation declines, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia will lay off staff and reduce magazines. ()
* Sony Corp, Sharp Corp and Panasonic Corp have all reported significant losses, their boom years ended by global crisis and their own poor decisions. ()
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