European Markets Edge Lower on North Korea Caution
European indices open lower as investors prefer to remain on the sidelines .
Asian Markets Up in Holiday-Thinned Trade
Stock markets open positive in a holiday-thinned trade in Asia.
India to Allow Corporates to Open Banks Despite Concerns
India plans to open up banking sector to corporates for wider inclusion of people.
European Markets Open Lower on Lack of Economic Drivers
Markets subdued on lack of major economic drivers and public holiday in much of Asia.
China Beats US Dominance in Global Commerce with Higher Trade in Goods
China is one of the biggest bilateral trading partners for several countries in Asia and Africa.
Asian Markets Mostly Closed but Australian Stocks Trade Higher
Most of the Asian markets remain closed for Lunar New Year holidays.
Venezuela Devalues Currency by 32% Against US Dollar
Venezuela devalues its currency for the fifth time in a decade, boosting oil revenue and inflation.
Eric Schmidt to Sell Google Stake Worth $2.5 Billion
Eric Schmidt will be unwinding 3.2 million shares of Class A common stock.
Nissan Q3 Profits Fall 35% on Weak Sales in China and Other Markets
Nissan's third quarter sales slump more than 30 percent in China because of territorial disputes between the countries.
European Leaders Reach Historic Deal for First-Ever EU Budget Cuts [VIDEO]
UK Prime Minister David Cameron joins talks to trim seven-year spending plans to €960bn.
TUI First Quarter Loss Widens but Expects Annual Profit at Top End of Guidance
TUI Travel reports strong growth in holiday travel demands from the UK and Nordic countries.
Ireland Liquidates Failed Anglo Irish Bank ahead of ECB Deal
Irish government rushes through emergency legislation to liquidate bank.
Flybe and Ryanair Agree to Create New Irish Airline Flybe Ireland
Ryanair's bid for Aer Lingus is subject to approval by the European Commission.
Walt Disney Explores UK Exit for ESPN, First Quarter Profit Dips 6%
Disney plans to exit ESPN operation in the UK as it failed to retain key sports contracts.
UK Economy Set for Weak Growth in 2013 and at Risk of Prolonged Stagnation, Says NIESR
NIESR cites poor prospects for the eurozone and slower growth in domestic economy are reasons for the gloomy outlook.
Japan Airlines Raises Full-Year Profit Forecast Despite Dreamliner Worries
JAL expects robust travel demand in premium routes will help offset the losses due to 787 grounding.
Visa Sued by Australian Regulator Over Market Power Abuse
Visa is accused of preventing customers of using currency of their choice while making transactions in Australia.
Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Kun- Hee Retains $4 Billion Fortune in Inheritance Case
Samsung's chairman faces accusations of hiding the family fortune from his siblings and other relatives.
Philippines Beats Growth Target with 6.8% Expansion in Q4
The Philippines posts better-than-expected annual growth helped by strong domestic demand and government spending.
BSkyB Half Yearly Profits Up 8% as Broadcaster Nets New Customers
BSkyB adds 88,000 net new customers in the three months through December.
Japan's Industrial Output Rises 2.5% in December
Semiconductor industry and transport component manufacturers are major growth drivers on back of weakening yen.
Toyota Recalls Over One Million Corollas and Lexus IS Sedans on Faulty Airbags, Wipers
In the UK, the fault affects only left-hand drive, non-European vehicles.
German Consumer Confidence Set to Rebound in February, Says GfK
German economy is expected to rebound in 2013 boosted by a stable labour market and modest inflation.
RBS to Pay £250m Bonuses to Investment Bank Staff [VIDEO]
Bank faces £500m fine to settle with US and UK regulators over Libor-rigging scandal.
UK Housing Market Optimism Stays On Despite Flat Sales in January
The UK housing market is expected to pick up in 2013 despite slow start, says Hometrack survey.
Olympic Fiasco Firm G4S Wins Tagging Contract from French Justice Ministry
G4S will be working alongside French consortium partners Thales and Onet for the project.
Arcelor Mittal's Plan to Axe 1,300 Belgian Jobs Triggers Strike Call by Unions
Arcelor Mittal cites low European demand for steel as the reason for the closure of Belgium facilities.
EasyJet First Quarter Revenue Up 9% on Higher Traffic
EasyJet expects to reduce its first-half loss to between £50m and £75m.
WH Smith Group Profit Improves Despite Sales Decline
WH Smith says margin growth and cost cutting help to underpin profits.
Global Unemployment Set to Hit Record High in 2013, Says ILO
Youth unemployment stands at 12.6% with 74 million people in the age group of 15 -24 remain unemployed.
