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China’s Silk Road powers bids for $1.5 billion Pakistan utility stake
August 24, 2016 06:00 IST
Chinese firms are eyeing new Pakistan power projects, but investing in a large private company that deals directly with consumers would be a first, a senior Karachi-based financial adviser said.
As China e-commerce booms, private equity embark on growth in storage space
August 24, 2016 05:41 IST
Online retail as a percentage of total retail in China has grown steadily to 12.6 percent, and is forecast to reach 17 percent in 2018
Oil up by one per cent as Iran signals support for OPEC freeze action
August 24, 2016 01:35 IST
Despite rebounding this year, oil still trades at less than half of mid-2014 levels, with the market still worried about a glut that spurred the biggest price rout in a generation.
Bank of Japan may apply “fintech” to its operations in future: Haruhiko Kuroda
August 23, 2016 11:42 IST
The BOJ is ready to lead research and analysis to promote fintech in Japan given it has various implications for central banking, Kuroda said.
Dollar stronger as oil prices go down in AsiaSubscriber Only
August 22, 2016 11:13 IST
Oil prices eased in Asia following news that Iraq will boost crude exports, while the dollar strengthened on speculation the Federal Reserve could hike interest rates in 2016.
High wages flash recession warnings in Singapore
August 22, 2016 05:21 IST
Singapore is the fourth most expensive city in the world, according to Mercer, a global consultancy.
Silver breaks below Rs 46,000, down Rs 490/kg on global trend
August 20, 2016 15:50 IST
Globally, silver fell 2.2 per cent to USD 19.26 an ounce in New York on Friday's trade. Gold fell 0.81 per cent to USD 1,341.10 an ounce.
Stronger miners help keep Australia shares steady
August 19, 2016 11:15 IST
Australian share market remained steady on Friday with the S&P/ASX 200 index up by 0.16%.
Nikkei flat in choppy trade, yen’s rise leaves index poised for weekly lossSubscriber Only
August 19, 2016 10:31 IST
The Nikkei was flat at 16,481.29 in midmorning trade, cancelling out earlier gains as investors refrained from taking positions before the weekend.
Moody’s lowers outlook on Australian banks to negative
August 19, 2016 07:29 IST
'The outlook change reflects Moody's expectation of a more challenging operating environment for banks in Australia for the remainder of 2016 and beyond'
As Yen rises, Finance Ministry, FSA and Bank of Japan to meet today
August 18, 2016 11:06 IST
The rise in Yen is worrying for Japan as it curbs exports and increases deflationary pressure.
Australia’s AMP underlying profit drops, shares skid
August 18, 2016 07:16 IST
Net cash flows at AMP's Australian wealth management business were A$582 million in the first half, down from A$1.2 billion a year ago.
Oil halts rally as market weighs chance of output freezeSubscriber Only
August 16, 2016 11:13 IST
The last attempt to freeze oil output failed after Iran had refused to stop supply, saying it needed to regain market share lost during years of Western economic sanctions.
China stocks fall as bank share correction offsets property strength, Hong Kong stocks flat
August 16, 2016 11:09 IST
Hong Kong shares were roughly flat after retreating from nine-month highs, while other Asian stock markets saw modest gains, buoyed by a strong Wall Street performance overnight.
Australia, New Zealand dollars slip on yen, stable elsewhere
August 16, 2016 10:30 IST
Triggered by selling of the US currency, which fell below 100.78 yen to its lowest since July 11.
Nikkei edges down as domestic demand-linked stocks drag in thin trade
August 16, 2016 09:23 IST
The Nikkei dropped 0.2 percent to 16,837.98 in midmorning trade. Traders said that with many investors away for Japan's 'bon' holidays, activity will likely be subdued again.
Wall Street ends at record highs; commodity shares climb
August 16, 2016 03:45 IST
The S&P 500's earnings recession that began in the third quarter of 2015 is on track to end in the fourth quarter.
Wall Street ends at record highs; energy, materials climb
August 16, 2016 02:52 IST
Oil rose to five-week highs, driving the S&P 500 energy index up 0.6 percent, while other commodity-related shares also rose as the US dollar eased.
US bonds slip on stock gains, corporate supply
August 16, 2016 01:50 IST
The 10-year yield touched a near two-week low on Friday following surprisingly weak data on July US retail sales.
US: Soybeans gain as soyoil rallies, pulls corn higher
August 16, 2016 01:31 IST
The spillover strength, coupled with export hopes allowed the soybean market to shrug off expectations of a record large harvest this fall.
US stocks hit record highs on easing central bank outlook, oil upturn
August 16, 2016 00:40 IST
The Federal Reserve releases on August 17 minutes of its July policy meeting that could provide clues on the US central bank's plans to raise rates and its view on the health of the economy.
Japan ekes out weak 0.2 per cent GDP growth in last quarter
August 15, 2016 07:19 IST
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has come up with various strategies to support the stalling recovery.
Negative rates seen reducing Japan big banks’ profits by 300 billion yen
August 13, 2016 08:22 IST
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) expressed concern to the BOJ regarding the situation as it sees reduced profits weakening the banks' ability to extend loans, the Nikkei said.
Wall Street banks ask Federal Reserve for 5 more years to comply with Volcker rule
August 13, 2016 05:48 IST
If the Fed agrees, the extension would give banks more time to exit fund investments that are difficult to sell, but no longer allowed by the law.
Economy facing ups and downs but trends remain positive: China
August 12, 2016 19:58 IST
Retail sales growth eased to 10.2 per cent after a rise of 10.6 per cent the previous month.
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