Barack Obama Signs Sequester Order on Steep Spending Cuts
A meeting between Obama and congressional leaders fails to avert $85bn spending cuts, which could harm US and global economy.
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Asian Markets Weekly Roundup: Stocks Gain Despite Economic Concerns
Asian stocks advanced this week as Japan's central bank chief nomination cheered investors despite European and US concerns
European Stocks Weak on US Sequester and China PMI
Markets open lower as traders consider US spending cut talks and disappointing China manufacturing data.
Japan's Consumer Prices Fall 0.2% in January
Consumer prices continued to decline in January, making its difficult for Japan to reach its 2 percent inflation target in the near future.
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European Stocks Recover as Fed Defends Stimulus Plans
Markets pick up from previous session's drop as Ben Bernanke's stimulus reassurances ease US economic concerns.
Japanese Retail Sales Fall Less-Than-Expected in January
Sluggish retail sales underline need for further government help.
Asian Stocks Recover on Bernanke's Reassurances
Markets pick up from slump following Italy election deadlock as US Federal Reserve chief defends monetary stimulus plan.
Global Food Giants Still Rely on Cheap Land and Labour - Oxfam
Associated British Foods worst food company, according to Oxfam's scorecard of 'Big 10'.
Asian Stocks Decline on Italy Election Concerns
Fears of inconclusive Italian election results have cast doubts over direction of eurozone's recovery efforts.
Rolex and Apple Named Superbrands of 2013
Apple dethrones Rolls-Royce for business superbrands crown and Rolex tops consumer choice.
European Stocks Rise with Italy Elections in Focus
Markets open positive but remain cautious after Moody's UK downgrade ahead of Italy election results
Asian Stocks Gain on Bank of Japan Chief Speculation
Reports that ADB chief Haruhiko Kuroda could be next BoJ chief push yen down against dollar.
Asian Markets Weekly Roundup: Yen and China Property Concerns Weigh on Sentiments
Asian stocks posted mixed performance this week, as yen remained volatile and global concerns rebounded
German Business Confidence Rises to 10-Month High in February, Says Ifo
The sharp rise in business confidence indicates that Germany is regaining economic optimism.
European Stocks Recover ahead of Key German Data
Markets recover from losses as traders await key German IFO business climate index.
Singapore's Economy Expands 1.5% in Fourth Quarter
Singapore's fourth quarter GDP growth is boosted by a rebound in the manufacturing sector.
Asian Markets Weak on Eurozone Concerns
Asian markets trade lower as weak eurozone economic indicators sparked concerns on the bloc's recovery.
European Stocks Tumble on Fed Minutes Concerns
Markets open on weak sentiments as US Federal Reserve's meeting-minutes point to stimulus measure concerns.
Asian Stocks Down on Fed Minutes and Commodity Weakness
Traders cautious as US Federal Reserve's policy meeting minutes fuel stimulus concerns and commodity prices drop.
European Stocks Open Lower After Previous Session's Rally
European markets open weak as investors look to consolidate the previous session's gains.
London Regains World's Costliest Office Space Title
London elbows out Hong Kong for most expensive office space in the world for the first time since 2008.
Japan Trade Deficit Widens to New Record in January on Weak Yen and Energy Imports
Japan's trade deficit rises 10 percent to £11.3bn as imports become costly on weak yen.
Asian Stocks Pick Up on Global Economic Outlook
Asian markets gain, tracking global equities and the yen's movement after upbeat Japanese exports data.
European Stocks Decline Ahead of Key German Data
Markets open lower as traders speculate on corporate earnings results ahead of German ZEW survey data.
Asian Markets Mixed as Firmer Yen Weighs on Japan
Asian stocks trade mixed as currency movements and corporate earnings news dominates investor sentiments.
Royal Mint Plans to Resume Gold Coin Production in India
The widely recognised British brand aims to cash in on the lucrative Indian gold market.
Sales of Top 100 Arms Makers Fall 5% in 2011 - SIPRI
Austerity policies and cuts in military expenditure contribute to lower arms sales on the back of global economic crisis .
European Stocks Open Lower after G20 Meeting [VIDEO]
European markets flat to lower as traders remain cautious after G20, ahead of economic indicators.
David Cameron Promises 'Same-Day' Visa Service for Indian Businessmen [VIDEO]
Prime Minister also looks to secure defence contracts in India
Yen Turns Bearish Again as Tokyo Escapes G20 Criticism
The yen extends its weak run against dollar and euro as G20 nations refrains from singling out Japan.
Asian Markets Gain as Yen Weakens After G20
Most Asian markets pick up, led by Japanese stocks as Tokyo escapes direct G20 criticism on currency wars.
China Retail Sales up 15% During Lunar New Year Festival Week
Higher demand for jewellery, clothes and food boost China's festival sales in 2013.
European Markets Subdued Ahead of G20 Meeting in Moscow
European markets remain cautious as issue of currency manipulation is expected to dominate G20 meeting in Moscow.
Greek Unemployment Rate Reaches Record 27% in November
Greece's jobless rate reaches record level as continuing austerity measures and tax hikes hurt job market.
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