Global stocks mostly higher ahead of US jobs data; Hong Kong up despite protests
Global stocks were mostly higher Friday as investors looked ahead to U.S. data on jobs and factory output, while Hong Kong rose despite pro-democracy protests.
Markets await detail from ECB head Draghi on stimulus plans; easy money could weigh on euro
European Central Bank head Mario Draghi is expected Thursday to underline the bank's willingness to deploy more economic stimulus measures, a stance that could send the euro skidding even lower.
New Zealand dollar falls to 14-month low after central bank intervenes to sell currency
The New Zealand dollar has fallen to its lowest level in 14 months after the central bank released figures showing it sold the currency.
Atlanta Fed's Lockhart says inflation risk still low, rate increase unlikely until mid-2016
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Dennis Lockhart said Thursday he has more confidence in the economy than he did a year ago, suggesting he's not seeking an increase in interest rates until mid-2015 or later.
US stock market rises after drop in jobless claims and Fed meeting; Scotland votes.
The U.S. stock market headed higher Thursday as investors received more encouraging news on the economy.
Global stocks lower amid worries about possible US rate hike, weak Chinese growth and Scotland
Global stocks sank Wednesday under the weight of worries about the possible timing of a U.S. rate hike, economic weakness in China and an impending referendum on Scottish independence.
Asian stock markets muted amid holidays, yen hits 6-year low against US dollar
Asian stock markets were muted Tuesday amid holidays in Hong Kong and South Korea.
As US recovers, so does the dollar; Travelers and consumers gain, but exports could suffer
In the world of currencies, the dollar is starting to look like a safe home in a tough neighborhood.
Asian stocks slip as investors await US jobs report; Tokyo edges higher as yen hits 6-year low
Asian stocks fluctuated Friday as investors looked for direction before a key U.S. jobs report later in the day while Japan's market edged higher after the yen fell to a six-year low.
Global stocks lackluster ahead of central bank meeting in Europe, US data; Samsung rises
Global stock markets were lackluster Thursday after Wall Street fell and as investors looked ahead to a European Central Bank meeting and U.S. economic data.
Asian stock markets muted after Yellen speech leaves investors guessing on interest rates
Asian stock markets were muted Monday after Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen's speech left investors guessing about the central bank's next move on interest rates.
World's central bankers pursue sometimes conflicting policies as economic prospects diverge
The central bankers meeting this week at their annual conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, aren't exactly in sync.
Interest costs for governments fall as markets expect stimulus from European Central Bank
Investors appear to be putting their money on the likelihood of more stimulus measures from the European Central Bank to keep the eurozone's shaky recovery from stalling.
Global stocks drift as Asia gains slightly, Europe weaker amid wait for US Fed signals
Asian stocks got a slight boost from Wednesday from positive U.S. economic figures that reinforced expectations of eventual Fed rate hikes and a stronger dollar, while European markets drifted lower.
Bank of England board divided for the first time since 2011 on whether to raise interest rates
Consensus among policymakers at the Bank of England has been shattered, with two of nine members of the monetary policy committee voting to increase interest rates from a record low of 0.5 percent.
World stock markets drift after Federal Reserve delivers no surprises with latest stimulus cut
Global stock markets were uninspired by an upbeat report on the U.S. economy, with most drifting lower Thursday after the U.S. Federal Reserve said it would make further cuts to its monetary stimulus as expected.
Euro strength to feature as ECB's Draghi faces European lawmakers amid grim industrial data
ECB President Mario Draghi is likely to face questions on what can be done to reduce the value of the euro when he faces lawmakers at the European Parliament later, amid further signs that the recovery in the 18-country eurozone is faltering.
Bank of Japan Unveils Massive Stimulus Plan
Japan's central bank unleashed a $1.4 trillion, open-ended asset program Thursday as Tokyo looks to jumpstart the economy after decades of stagnation.
Stock and bond mutual funds of all types racked up more gains in first 3 months of the year
Sometimes, nearly everyone wins.
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