US stocks open higher, led by gains for financial companies; dollar weakens against euro
U.S. stocks opened higher on Thursday, led by gains in financial stocks after a number of banks got approval from the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates and buy back stock.
Asian stock markets regain footing after US rate hike jitters fade
Asian stock markets mostly rose Thursday, finding a firmer footing after several days of volatile trading linked to anxiety over a probable rate hike in the U.S.
US stock indexes edge higher in early trading, a day after sell-off; euro continues to slide
U.S. stock indexes are opening higher, a day after a sell-off prompted by worries about higher U.S. interest rates and a stronger dollar.
Most Asian stocks slump as investors cautious after Wall Street tumbles on Fed rate hike fears
Most Asian stock markets drifted lower Wednesday following sharp declines on Wall Street sparked by investor anxiety about a looming U.S. interest rate hike.
Malaysia's central bank says ringgit sharply undervalued, rules out peg to dollar
Malaysia's central bank says the ringgit, which plunged 14.4 percent against the U.S. dollar since September, is sharply undervalued but ruled out reintroducing capital controls.
US stocks follow global markets sharply lower on worries over possible US interest rates hikes
U.S. stocks fell sharply as fears of over possible interest rates hikes by the Federal Reserve roiled financial markets around the globe.
Global stock markets dogged by prospect of rise in US interest rates this year
Global stock markets dipped Tuesday as the prospect of higher U.S. interest rates dimmed the outlook for equities and boosted the dollar.
Obama's pro-trade allies battle claims that China boosts exports by manipulating its currency
Supporters of President Barack Obama's trade agenda are battling opponents' demands that China be barred from keeping its currency value artificially low.
Global stocks fall after strong US jobs data sparks concern Fed might move up rate rise
Global stocks fell Monday after strong U.S. jobs data increased chances that the Federal Reserve will move up its timetable for raising interest rates.
Born in the recession, raised on record earnings, the bull market for stocks is 6 years old
In 2009 the stock market was filled with panic.
Asian stocks higher after EU upgrades growth forecast, US jobs report awaited
Asian stock markets were higher on Friday as investor sentiment was boosted by the European Central Bank's growth forecast upgrade and expectations for a solid increase in U.S. employment.
Swiss economy posts better-than-expected growth for 4th quarter, last before euro peg dropped
Official data show that Switzerland's economy expanded by a stronger-than-expected 0.6 percent in the fourth quarter, the last before the country's central bank abandoned its effort to cap the Swiss franc's value against the euro.
US markets edge below record highs ahead of second day of testimony by Fed chief Yellen
U.S. financial markets eased back from record highs in early trading Wednesday.
World stocks advance ahead of Yellen remarks, Greek reforms for loan extension
World stocks were mostly higher and the dollar strengthened Tuesday as investors awaited remarks from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen and the Greek government prepared to unveil reforms aimed at winning final approval for extended rescue loans.
US market indexes drift in early trading as Fed Chair begins remarks; Home Depot jumps
U.S. stocks were drifting between small gains and losses in early trading Tuesday, as investors monitored the latest batch of corporate earnings and economic news.
US stocks open lower before Fed minutes are released; energy stocks drop
US stocks opened lower on Wednesday, pulling back from record levels.
Danes cuts interest rate by 0.15 percentage points to keep krone stable against the euro
Denmark's central bank has decided to cut its interest rate on certificates of deposit by 0.15 percentage points to -0.5 percent to keep the krone currency stable against the euro.
Asia stocks sunk by oil plunge, Fed's reminder it's on course to hike interest rates this year
Asian stock markets sank Thursday after plunging oil prices and the Federal Reserve's reminder it is still on track to raise interest rates this year led to a dismal day on Wall Street.
Global stock markets drift as weak US earnings add to growth concerns ahead of Fed statement
Global stocks drifted Wednesday after weak earnings from several U.S. companies added to global growth concerns as investors waited for the U.S. Federal Reserve's latest statement on monetary policy.
As Fed ends meeting, it's expected to remain 'patient' about raising rates from record lows
As the Federal Reserve ends its latest policy meeting Wednesday, it is widely expected to repeat the pledge it made in December: That it will be "patient" in raising interest rates from record lows.