Miliband makes cost of living vow

Labour has a "credible" plan to help families struggling with the cost of living and will continue to focus on the issue, Ed Miliband insists in his new year message. View full post on BBC Ne
Miliband makes cost of living vow: Miliband makes cost of living vow

Beware of fake new year booze

Counterfeit alcohol seized by trading standards authorities, who warn of health risks associated with cheap spiritsNew year revellers are being warned to be on their guard when buying booze and avoid
Beware of fake new year booze: Beware of fake new year booze

Wall Street closes 2013 at records; best year in 16 for S&P; 18 for Dow

Stocks on Tuesday closed 2013 at records, View full post on World Markets
Wall Street closes 2013 at records; best year in 16 for S&P; 18 for Dow: Wall Street closes 2013 at records; best year in 16 for S&P; 18 for Dow

Brent Ends 2013 Nearly Unchanged, U.S. Crude Up 7% On The Year

Brent crude fell on Tuesday, ending 2013 almost unchanged following a year in which traders balanced a spate of supply disruptions from Middle East and Africa against surging output from the United St
Brent Ends 2013 Nearly Unchanged, U.S. Crude Up 7% On The Year: Brent Ends 2013 Nearly Unchanged, U.S. Crude Up 7% On The Year

Bombardier gets business jet order worth $2.2 billion

(Reuters) - Bombardier Inc said on Tuesday it received a firm order from an undisclosed customer to buy 38 business aircraft in a deal valued at about $2.2 billion.



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Bombardier gets business jet order worth $2.2 billion: Bombardier gets business jet order worth $2.2 billion

Victoria Pendleton to star in Great Sport Relief Bake Off

Olympian's technical bakes and showstoppers will compete with those of Greg Rutherford and Michael VaughanVictoria Pendleton is among 16 celebrities taking part in a special Bake Off series, along wit
Victoria Pendleton to star in Great Sport Relief Bake Off: Victoria Pendleton to star in Great Sport Relief Bake Off

If You Eat Imported Food, You Are Putting Toxins Directly into Your Body!

By Daniel Mills December 31, 2013

Food imports have increased 35% in the last five years while the amount of inspectors has not increased at all. Many of these inspections are limited to sight a
If You Eat Imported Food, You Are Putting Toxins Directly into Your Body!: If You Eat Imported Food, You Are Putting Toxins Directly into Your Body!

The Year That Easy Money Trumped Fiscal Austerity

Before taking off for the holidays this year, a lot of professional economists made their customary forecasts as to how much the U.S. economy would grow during the final three months of 2013. The cons
The Year That Easy Money Trumped Fiscal Austerity: The Year That Easy Money Trumped Fiscal Austerity

*China Manufacturing PMI Falls To 51.00 In December, Consensus 51.2

China Manufacturing PMI Falls To 51.00 In December, Consensus 51.2







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*China Manufacturing PMI Falls To 51.00 In December, Consensus 51.2: *China Manufacturing PMI Falls To 51.00 In December, Consensus 51.2

More Than 2.1 Million People Sign Up For Obamacare

More than 2.1 million Americans have signed up for health care using state or federal exchanges, the Health and Human Services Department said Tuesday. View full post on FOX Business
More Than 2.1 Million People Sign Up For Obamacare: More Than 2.1 Million People Sign Up For Obamacare

Pension reforms on track but the challenges of adequacy and inequality in old age remain, says OECD

Recent reforms of pension systems have helped to contain the rise in future costs resulting from ageing populations and increasing life expectancy. Governments now need to do more to encourage people
Pension reforms on track but the challenges of adequacy and inequality in old age remain, says OECD: Pension reforms on track but the challenges of adequacy and inequality in old age remain, says OECD

Strong NFPs Send Dollar on a Ride - EUR/USD and USD/JPY Higher

The US Dollar is all over the place after this report.

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Strong NFPs Send Dollar on a Ride - EUR/USD and USD/JPY Higher: Strong NFPs Send Dollar on a Ride - EUR/USD and USD/JPY Higher

JSE edges towards new high after record 2013

Investors snapped up the blue chips that have driven the JSE to a string of records this year, as stocks closed near a lifetime high on Monday. View full post on Fin24 Markets
JSE edges towards new high after record 2013: JSE edges towards new high after record 2013

Dow Jones Industrial Average Rises 26.5 Pct in 2013, Best Year Since 1995

DOW JONES INDUSTRIAL AVERAGE RISES 26.5 PCT IN 2013, BEST YEAR SINCE 1995The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS fee
Dow Jones Industrial Average Rises 26.5 Pct in 2013, Best Year Since 1995: Dow Jones Industrial Average Rises 26.5 Pct in 2013, Best Year Since 1995

China to resume IPOs after year-long freeze

Five Chinese companies say they received permission to raise a combined $347m in initial public offerings, ending a year-old official freeze on flotations. View full post on Fin24 News
China to resume IPOs after year-long freeze: China to resume IPOs after year-long freeze

Fuel-saving stop-start technologyto become norm

Its familiar to hybrid drivers: Come to a stoplight and brake, and notice the car gets quieter. Whats less obvious, until drivers reach the gas pump, is the fuel efficiency. View full p
Fuel-saving stop-start technologyto become norm : Fuel-saving stop-start technologyto become norm 

How Will The Economy Improve In 2014 If Almost Everyone Has Less Money To Spend?

Is the U.S. consumer tapped out?  If so, how in the world will the U.S. economy possibly improve in 2014?  Most Americans know that the U.S. economy is heavily dependent on consumer spending.  If a
How Will The Economy Improve In 2014 If Almost Everyone Has Less Money To Spend?: How Will The Economy Improve In 2014 If Almost Everyone Has Less Money To Spend?

US Dollar Index (DX) Futures Technical Analysis December 31, 2013 Forecast

The March U.S. Dollar Index is trading higher today. Volume is down because of light trading in the Forex market. Short-term analysis suggests the dollar is still trying to establish a new higher supp
US Dollar Index (DX) Futures Technical Analysis December 31, 2013 Forecast: US Dollar Index (DX) Futures Technical Analysis December 31, 2013 Forecast

France Enforces "Millionaire Tax", Germany Sets Agenda for 2014

French President Francois Hollande's controversial "millionaire's tax" has finally received an approval from the country's highest court, saying that the proposal by the Socialist President
France Enforces "Millionaire Tax", Germany Sets Agenda for 2014: France Enforces "Millionaire Tax", Germany Sets Agenda for 2014

Brewery to Starbucks: Here’s $6

ST. LOUIS A small Missouri brewery has responded to a cease and desist letter from Starbucks by sending the coffee chain giant a check to cover what it calls the profit from use of the word "
Brewery to Starbucks: Here’s $6: Brewery to Starbucks: Here’s $6

Netflix Is About to Disappear Some Classics

They can take our lives and they can also take Braveheart off our instant queues. Netflix, the subscription video streaming service, is about to remove some classics from its streaming library on
Netflix Is About to Disappear Some Classics: Netflix Is About to Disappear Some Classics

Elon Musk, 4 Others Killed It in Stocks This Year

While many people who have invested in the stock market or have mutual funds have seen a boost in their net worth this year, they have likely not seen anywhere near the bump that these five people rec
Elon Musk, 4 Others Killed It in Stocks This Year: Elon Musk, 4 Others Killed It in Stocks This Year

Wall St. ends best year since 1990s with moderate gains

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks closed out their best year in more than 15 on Tuesday, with major indexes advancing throughout 2013 on the back of the Federal Reserve's massive stimulus and expectations f
Wall St. ends best year since 1990s with moderate gains: Wall St. ends best year since 1990s with moderate gains

China Manufacturing PMI On Tap For Wednesday

China will on Wednesday see December results for its manufacturing purchasing managers' index, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific economic activity.



The PMI is expected to
China Manufacturing PMI On Tap For Wednesday: China Manufacturing PMI On Tap For Wednesday

U.S.-based bond funds post $3.6 billion outflow in latest five days: ICI

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Investors in U.S.-based mutual funds pulled $3.6 billion out of bond funds in the five days ended December 23, data from the Investment Company Institute showed on Tuesday.


U.S.-based bond funds post $3.6 billion outflow in latest five days: ICI: U.S.-based bond funds post $3.6 billion outflow in latest five days: ICI

USD/CHF Falls Through Monthly S2

USD/CHF remains on the defensive-it has just closed beneath the monthly S2 and therefore may decline even further. The closest significant support is the weekly S1 at 0.8838/18, but it could allow the
USD/CHF Falls Through Monthly S2: USD/CHF Falls Through Monthly S2

More Target trouble: someholiday gift cards not activated

Target is apologizing to shoppers who bought holiday gift cards that werent properly activated, leaving recipients with cards that didnt have value at the register.How many cards were affected i
More Target trouble: someholiday gift cards not activated: More Target trouble: someholiday gift cards not activated

Treasury Bonds Wrap Up Bruising Year; 10-Year Yield Settles At 3.03%

U.S. Treasury bonds ended the last trading session of 2013 on a down note as the latest government data on housing and consumers brightened the economic outlook, capping the biggest annual loss for go
Treasury Bonds Wrap Up Bruising Year; 10-Year Yield Settles At 3.03%: Treasury Bonds Wrap Up Bruising Year; 10-Year Yield Settles At 3.03%

Dow, S&P touch records on final day of 2013

Stocks gain on the final trading day of 2013, as investors prepare to say farewell to a stellar year for U.S. markets. View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.c
Dow, S&P touch records on final day of 2013: Dow, S&P touch records on final day of 2013

Latest house prices show wide regional differences

Over the past year, London house prices rose 10.6%, while prices in the north-east fell by 1.6%The widening north-south divide in the housing market is laid bare by new official figures showing that a
Latest house prices show wide regional differences: Latest house prices show wide regional differences

EUR/AUD Topping, Potential for 400-pip Drop in January

The EUR/AUD has been on a rampage since early November, with the pair tacking on over 1500 pips from trough-to-peak over the last 2 months. Despite the recent surge, the pair is starting to show techn
EUR/AUD Topping, Potential for 400-pip Drop in January: EUR/AUD Topping, Potential for 400-pip Drop in January

Champagne year’s end for Wall St as stocks set record closing highs

Stocks closed 2013 at record highs on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 posting its largest annual jump in 16 years and the Dow its biggest gain in 18, after positive reports on consumer confidence and ho
Champagne year’s end for Wall St as stocks set record closing highs: Champagne year’s end for Wall St as stocks set record closing highs

Wall Street closes 2013 at records; best year in 16 for S&P; 18 for Dow

Stocks on Tuesday closed 2013 at records, View full post on World Markets
Wall Street closes 2013 at records; best year in 16 for S&P; 18 for Dow: Wall Street closes 2013 at records; best year in 16 for S&P; 18 for Dow

Gold sees biggest annual loss in 3 decades

Gold's loss of luster in 2013 is confirmed as the precious metal registers its worst annual fall in over 30 years.

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Gold sees biggest annual loss in 3 decades: Gold sees biggest annual loss in 3 decades

Gold Notches Biggest Annual Loss in Three Decades

Gold fell to a six-month low in thin year-end trade on Tuesday, notching up its biggest annual decline in 32 years as prospects for global economic recovery prompted investors to switch to riskier ass
Gold Notches Biggest Annual Loss in Three Decades: Gold Notches Biggest Annual Loss in Three Decades

GBP/USD Stays Between Monthly R1 and Weekly PP

GBP/USD seems to have lost its upward momentum following a test of the monthly R1. Nevertheless, as long as the Cable is underpinned by the January high at 1.6390/41 and the support zone at 1.6242/1.6
GBP/USD Stays Between Monthly R1 and Weekly PP: GBP/USD Stays Between Monthly R1 and Weekly PP

FTSE 100 and European indices record best annual rise since 2009

New Year break ended with just modest gains on the day of 0.3% but for the year the FTSE 100 was up 14.4% Traders are toasting the strongest year for the FTSE 100 since 2009 following a bumper crop of
FTSE 100 and European indices record best annual rise since 2009: FTSE 100 and European indices record best annual rise since 2009

Euro zone to get 18th member: Latvia

Starting Wednesday, Latvians will begin swapping their old currency -- lats -- in exchange for euros, making Latvia the 18th country to join the euro currency union.

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Euro zone to get 18th member: Latvia: Euro zone to get 18th member: Latvia

GBP/EUR Forecast: Pound to Euro Exchange Rate Dips on Euro Zone Data; Outlook Higher Tomorrow

The Euro exchange rate (currency: EUR) received a double boost earlier today, with the publication of a strong set of German trade data and news of an upgrade to its domestic 2014 growth forecast from
GBP/EUR Forecast: Pound to Euro Exchange Rate Dips on Euro Zone Data; Outlook Higher Tomorrow: GBP/EUR Forecast: Pound to Euro Exchange Rate Dips on Euro Zone Data; Outlook Higher Tomorrow

Gold Rallies on Short-Covering and Profit-taking

February gold futures finished higher after an early setback. Profit-taking and short-covering triggered todays reversal. It is possible that this chart pattern could lead to a follow-through rally
Gold Rallies on Short-Covering and Profit-taking: Gold Rallies on Short-Covering and Profit-taking

Walgreens to make concessions to unapproved Obamacare customers

Drug store to fill supply of prescriptions at no upfront costs to those customers who have enrolled but not received official confirmationKaren McVeigh View full post on Latest financial, mar
Walgreens to make concessions to unapproved Obamacare customers: Walgreens to make concessions to unapproved Obamacare customers

As year ends, Congress again lets 55 tax breaks expire

In an almost annual ritual, Congress is letting a package of 55 popular tax breaks expire at the end of the year, creating uncertainty - once again - for millions of individuals and businesses.


As year ends, Congress again lets 55 tax breaks expire: As year ends, Congress again lets 55 tax breaks expire

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-31 20:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-31 20:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-31 20:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-31 20:00 UTC

Rand slips against dollar

The rand has fallen as much as 1.4%, heading for one of the steepest global losses for 2013, after a year in which labour strife weighed on investor sentiment. View full post on Fin24 News
Rand slips against dollar: Rand slips against dollar

UniPixel shares fall after CEO resigns

(Reuters) - Touch sensor film maker UniPixel Inc's shares fell as much as 18 percent after the company said Chief Executive Reed Killon has resigned on Monday.



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UniPixel shares fall after CEO resigns: UniPixel shares fall after CEO resigns

Gold Price Analysis- Dec. 31, 2013

The XAU/USD pair closed yesterday's session lower after three consecutive days of gains as the Ichimoku cloud on the 4-hour time frame continued to offer some resistance. The pair accelerated its decl
Gold Price Analysis- Dec. 31, 2013: Gold Price Analysis- Dec. 31, 2013

Dollar Ends the Year Mixed After Chicago PMI Disappoints and Other Top Forex News.

The U.S. dollar ended the last trading day of the year mixed after this mornings disappointing Chicago PMI data was offset by better than expected consumer confidence data later in the session.


Dollar Ends the Year Mixed After Chicago PMI Disappoints and Other Top Forex News.: Dollar Ends the Year Mixed After Chicago PMI Disappoints and Other Top Forex News.

Euro Loses Ground in Thin Trading

EUR/USD has reversed directions on Tuesday and lost most of the gains made on the previous day. The pair is trading in the low-1.37 range in the European session. In economic news, US Pending Housing
Euro Loses Ground in Thin Trading: Euro Loses Ground in Thin Trading

Gold Loses 28% For Year After 12-year Streak Ends

Gold futures settled slightly lower on Tuesday, the last trading day of the year in which investors, hoping for an extension of a 12-year streak of annual gains, where hammered. View full pos
Gold Loses 28% For Year After 12-year Streak Ends: Gold Loses 28% For Year After 12-year Streak Ends

Listing of the week: 9-car garage, Rolls-Royce included

750 Lake Dr., Boca Raton, Fla. For sale: $12.75 millionReal estate agents often use a number of tactics to sweeten a deal: waiving inspection fees, cutting closing costs, and on one Florida home for s
Listing of the week: 9-car garage, Rolls-Royce included: Listing of the week: 9-car garage, Rolls-Royce included

Latvia To Embrace Euro Amid Lukewarm Reaction To Changeover

Latvia will join the Eurozone as the single currency bloc's eighteenth member on January 1, 2014, after more than five years since the former Soviet state plunged into an acute financial crisi
Latvia To Embrace Euro Amid Lukewarm Reaction To Changeover: Latvia To Embrace Euro Amid Lukewarm Reaction To Changeover

NEED TO KNOW: After NAFTA

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NEED TO KNOW: After NAFTA: NEED TO KNOW: After NAFTA

Market Morning Briefing

Dollar Index (80.02) is yet to break any of the overhead resistances and as a result, is pushed by the bears at every opportunity. It is testing the short term support area of 79.85-95, below which th
Market Morning Briefing: Market Morning Briefing

Hong Kong Stocks Rise, With Chinese Banks Up

Hong Kong stocks rose in Tuesday's half-day session, with the Hang Seng Index up 0.3% to 23,307.98. View full post on FOX Business
Hong Kong Stocks Rise, With Chinese Banks Up: Hong Kong Stocks Rise, With Chinese Banks Up

Does The Wolf of Wall Street Glorify Crime?

Christina McDowell makes a strong argument that the answer is yes. Her impassioned, if not always grammatically precise cri-de-coeur in LA Weekly about The Wolf of Wall Street and her father’s role i
Does The Wolf of Wall Street Glorify Crime?: Does The Wolf of Wall Street Glorify Crime?

Global stocks say au revoir to a successful 2013

Global stocks are closing out 2013 sitting on sizable gains courtesy of super-easy monetary policies and an improving economic outlook, though some emerging markets have less to crow about as funds re
Global stocks say au revoir to a successful 2013: Global stocks say au revoir to a successful 2013

Yen Advances Against Majors

The yen climbed against other major currencies in Asian morning deals on Tuesday on bets recent selling was overdone.



Data showed yesterday that the U.S. pending home sales came i
Yen Advances Against Majors: Yen Advances Against Majors

NZD/USD Pares Recent Losses

A touch of 0.8122/21 today has led to a surge that has already reached 0.8220/0.8197. Still, additional gains are highly unlikely, being that this resistance consists of the falling resistance line (i
NZD/USD Pares Recent Losses: NZD/USD Pares Recent Losses

China local debt surges by 70%

China has local government debts of 17.7 trillion yuan ($2.9tn), up 70% from three years ago, according to an official report. View full post on BBC News - Economy
China local debt surges by 70%: China local debt surges by 70%

No new year boom for JSE

The new year might start on a less festive note for the JSE, with analysts and market commentators predicting a rather lacklustre year after strong gains in 2013. View full post on Fin24 Mark
No new year boom for JSE: No new year boom for JSE

Australia Stocks Swing Back To Gains

Australian stocks recovered from early losses Tuesday to move modestly higher in quiet trade, with the market due to close early for the New Year's Eve holiday. View full post on FOX Business
Australia Stocks Swing Back To Gains: Australia Stocks Swing Back To Gains

China approves new IPOs, ending listing freeze

China has approved five firms to list on mainland exchanges, ending a freeze on initial public offering. View full post on World News & Analysis
China approves new IPOs, ending listing freeze: China approves new IPOs, ending listing freeze

Gold Crashed This Year, And That’s Awesome News For The Whole World

The above chart shows the year-over-year change in the price of an ounce in gold. As you can see, this was the first year in over a decade that gold was down for the year. Not only did it fall, but it
Gold Crashed This Year, And That’s Awesome News For The Whole World: Gold Crashed This Year, And That’s Awesome News For The Whole World

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-31 02:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-31 02:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-31 02:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-31 02:00 UTC

Economic recovery felt by only one in 50 voters, TUC poll finds

TUC says its survey is 'bad news for the government' as most people said they expect living standards crisis to continueOnly one in 50 voters believes they are benefiting from the economic recovery an
Economic recovery felt by only one in 50 voters, TUC poll finds: Economic recovery felt by only one in 50 voters, TUC poll finds

Australia November Private Sector Credit +0.3%

Overall private sector credit in Australia was up a seasonally adjusted 0.3 percent in November compared to the previous month, the Reserve Bank of Australia said on Tuesday.



That
Australia November Private Sector Credit +0.3%: Australia November Private Sector Credit +0.3%

Berkshire Hathaway to Buy Phillips 66 Unit for $1.4B

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway struck a deal to buy a Phillips 66 business that makes chemicals to improve potential pipelines' flow for around $1.4 billion of stock. View full post on F
Berkshire Hathaway to Buy Phillips 66 Unit for $1.4B: Berkshire Hathaway to Buy Phillips 66 Unit for $1.4B

A Chance to Enter a Raging GBP/AUD Uptrend

After a steep and powerful two-month uptrend, even a shallow pullback in GBPAUD could allow traders to buy in, but potential downside catalysts require stringent risk management. View full p
A Chance to Enter a Raging GBP/AUD Uptrend: A Chance to Enter a Raging GBP/AUD Uptrend

Is America About To Reach A Breaking Point? Anger Grows As Unemployment Benefits Get Cut

In America today, there are close to 50 million people living in poverty and there are more than 100 million people that get money from the federal government every month.  As the middle class disint
Is America About To Reach A Breaking Point? Anger Grows As Unemployment Benefits Get Cut: Is America About To Reach A Breaking Point? Anger Grows As Unemployment Benefits Get Cut

Bombardier sells 10 jets for $259m

Canadian aerospace manufacturer Bombardier says it has sold 10 Challenger jets for $259m (£157m) to an anonymous buyer. View full post on BBC News - Companies
Bombardier sells 10 jets for $259m: Bombardier sells 10 jets for $259m

Berkshire Acquiring Phillips 66 Flow Business

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. said late Monday it was acquiring the flow improver business of Phillips 66 in exchange for Phillips stock Berkshire already owns. View full post on FOX Business
Berkshire Acquiring Phillips 66 Flow Business: Berkshire Acquiring Phillips 66 Flow Business

Elliott wave analysis of USD/CAD for December 30, 2013

USD/CAD Elliott Wave 

Last week, the USD/CAD pair has been trading upwards, impulsive wave iii (coloured blue) of the bigger wave (c) (coloured red) has been developing. During the Frid
Elliott wave analysis of USD/CAD for December 30, 2013: Elliott wave analysis of USD/CAD for December 30, 2013

*South Korea CPI +1.1% On Year, +0.1% On Month In December

South Korea CPI +1.1% On Year, +0.1% On Month In December







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*South Korea CPI +1.1% On Year, +0.1% On Month In December: *South Korea CPI +1.1% On Year, +0.1% On Month In December

A national convention on the political system | @guardianletters

The problem you outline is not new (Fury with MPs is main reason for not voting, 27 December). Since universal suffrage came in, there has been a substantial minority not turning out. This dropped awa
A national convention on the political system | @guardianletters: A national convention on the political system | @guardianletters

Will Germany Stay Away From the Eurozone Crisis?

With the fiscal crisis in the Eurozone, German Chancellor Angela Merkel — who was just re-elected for her third term — has voiced some concerns. She released a statement prior to her usual speech on
Will Germany Stay Away From the Eurozone Crisis?: Will Germany Stay Away From the Eurozone Crisis?

Chinese PMI Lifts Aussie and Kiwi Higher

As the last month of the trading year began, an unexpected but welcome reading of Chinas PMI data has helped to give commodity linked currencies a significant boost during the Asian trading session
Chinese PMI Lifts Aussie and Kiwi Higher: Chinese PMI Lifts Aussie and Kiwi Higher

More “quality” jobs seen as sign of improving economy

Recent job gains and record highs in the stock market are signs that the U.S. economy is strengthening, leading many economists to believe job growth will continue into 2014. "If we could maintai
More “quality” jobs seen as sign of improving economy: More “quality” jobs seen as sign of improving economy

Foreign Exchange Rates: Pound to Euro Trades Down to 1.1912 GBP/EUR; Forecast Higher

The Bank of England Governor Mark Carney has been no stranger to controversy during his short stay at the Bank of England. The former Bank of Canada Governor took over the role of head honcho at the v
Foreign Exchange Rates: Pound to Euro Trades Down to 1.1912 GBP/EUR; Forecast Higher: Foreign Exchange Rates: Pound to Euro Trades Down to 1.1912 GBP/EUR; Forecast Higher

Former Bank of England deputy earns knighthood

Paul Tucker, who was accused of involvement in Libor fixing, among those garlanded in New Year honours list Paul Tucker, the former deputy governor of the Bank of England, is among several figures fro
Former Bank of England deputy earns knighthood: Former Bank of England deputy earns knighthood

Chinese Vaccine Debacle a Taste of What Is to Come for America

By John Olen December 30, 2013

Americans would be foolish not to be skeptical of the quality of the food and drugs they receive. We are importing more and more of these products, sometimes witho
Chinese Vaccine Debacle a Taste of What Is to Come for America: Chinese Vaccine Debacle a Taste of What Is to Come for America

Strong Dollar Continues to Pressure Gold

The strong recovery in the U.S. Dollar following Fridays sharp sell-off helped to put pressure on February Gold on Monday. Trading conditions were thin because of the New Years holiday so some o
Strong Dollar Continues to Pressure Gold: Strong Dollar Continues to Pressure Gold

Nasdaq Unofficially Closes down 2.91 Points, or 0.07 Percent, at 4,153.69

NASDAQ UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES DOWN 2.91 POINTS, OR 0.07 PERCENT, AT 4,153.69The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS feed
Nasdaq Unofficially Closes down 2.91 Points, or 0.07 Percent, at 4,153.69: Nasdaq Unofficially Closes down 2.91 Points, or 0.07 Percent, at 4,153.69

U.S. December Auto Sales Seen Up 4%

December U.S. auto sales, spurred by end-of-the-year bargains, likely rose about 4 percent from a year earlier, industry analysts said. View full post on FOX Business
U.S. December Auto Sales Seen Up 4%: U.S. December Auto Sales Seen Up 4%

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 22:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-30 22:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 22:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 22:00 UTC

SA records R770m trade surplus

South Africa has reported a R770m trade surplus in November after a R12.39bn deficit the previous month, according to data from the South African Revenue Service. View full post on Fin24 News
SA records R770m trade surplus: SA records R770m trade surplus

EUR/NZD: analysis for December 30, 2013

Overview:



Since our last analysis, the EUR/NZD pair has been trading

upwards, like we expected, the price reached our third target area around the

level of  1.6990 (me
EUR/NZD: analysis for December 30, 2013: EUR/NZD: analysis for December 30, 2013

Dow Jones Unofficially Closes up 25.49 Points, or 0.15 Percent, at 16,503.90

DOW JONES UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES UP 25.49 POINTS, OR 0.15 PERCENT, AT 16,503.90The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS f
Dow Jones Unofficially Closes up 25.49 Points, or 0.15 Percent, at 16,503.90: Dow Jones Unofficially Closes up 25.49 Points, or 0.15 Percent, at 16,503.90

Thin Market Continues To Prevail

Last week, holidays kept on disturbing the liquidity into financial markets with lesser economic indicators. US Dollar Index (I.USDX) ignored the improvements signaled by Jobless Claims, New Home Sale
Thin Market Continues To Prevail: Thin Market Continues To Prevail

Wall St. ends mostly flat in thin trading

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks ended mostly flat on Monday following a strong rally over the past two-weeks, with weaker-than-forecast housing data and light trading volume keeping upward momentum in che
Wall St. ends mostly flat in thin trading: Wall St. ends mostly flat in thin trading

$375 to eat at Applebee’s? Chain restaurants cash in on New Year’s Eve

Weve all heard the horror stories about doing the Times Square thing on New Years Evelining up at 3 p.m., standing around for nine hours in 24-degree weather, and yes, wearing adult-sized dia
$375 to eat at Applebee’s? Chain restaurants cash in on New Year’s Eve: $375 to eat at Applebee’s? Chain restaurants cash in on New Year’s Eve

Britons put less equity into homes in third quarter

Bank of England figures show homeowners put £10.4bn of equity into their properties down £2bn on previous quarterBritons were less inclined to use savings to reduce mortgage debt in the third qu
Britons put less equity into homes in third quarter: Britons put less equity into homes in third quarter

Dollar Slips After Downbeat Housing Data and Other Top Forex News.

The dollar lost ground against a host of major currencies on Monday after the release of downbeat U.S. home sales data  dampened demand for the greenback. The dollars moves were accentuated by thin t
Dollar Slips After Downbeat Housing Data and Other Top Forex News.: Dollar Slips After Downbeat Housing Data and Other Top Forex News.

Reduced Fed support reflected in January bond-buying plan

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve plans to purchase about $40 billion in longer-dated federal government debt in 18 operations next month, the New York Fed said on Monday, reflecting the U.S...
Reduced Fed support reflected in January bond-buying plan: Reduced Fed support reflected in January bond-buying plan

Ford Expects to Remain Top North American Brand in 2013

Ford expects its namesake line of vehicles to remain the best-selling brand in North America this year, as retail sales have climbed 15% through November. View full post on FOX Business
Ford Expects to Remain Top North American Brand in 2013: Ford Expects to Remain Top North American Brand in 2013

Mifid rules could force FX swaps onto OTFs

FX Week

Trialogue negotiations on Mifid II are expected to conclude by February, but traders fear they could include a mandate for FX swaps to be traded on or
Mifid rules could force FX swaps onto OTFs: Mifid rules could force FX swaps onto OTFs

U.s. Federal Reserve’s January Bond-Purchase Plan Includes $10 Bln Cut to Monthly Program -Ny Fed

U.S. FEDERAL RESERVE'S JANUARY BOND-PURCHASE PLAN INCLUDES $10 BLN CUT TO MONTHLY PROGRAM -NY FEDThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "
U.s. Federal Reserve’s January Bond-Purchase Plan Includes $10 Bln Cut to Monthly Program -Ny Fed: U.s. Federal Reserve’s January Bond-Purchase Plan Includes $10 Bln Cut to Monthly Program -Ny Fed

Technical Overview For EURUSD, GBPUSD, AUDUSD, NZDUSD

The pair nearly jumped to 1.3900, touching its highest level after October 2011. The pair, however, erased some of its gains and moved back to trade near 1.3750 level. As is visible on weekly chart, 1
Technical Overview For EURUSD, GBPUSD, AUDUSD, NZDUSD: Technical Overview For EURUSD, GBPUSD, AUDUSD, NZDUSD

Less juice: Home electricity use falling to 2001 levels

The average amount of electricity consumed in U.S. homes has fallen to levels last seen more than a decade ago, back when the smartest device in people's pockets was a Palm pilot and anyone talking ab
Less juice: Home electricity use falling to 2001 levels: Less juice: Home electricity use falling to 2001 levels

Apple CEO Docked His Own Pay By $4 Million

Apple CEO Tim Cook took a $4 million pay cut this year, after he urged the companys board of directors to link half of his stock grants which make up the bulk of his compensation to the com
Apple CEO Docked His Own Pay By $4 Million: Apple CEO Docked His Own Pay By $4 Million

Is a gifted house deposit liable for tax?

My sister says anything our parents give me could attract inheritance tax and capital gains taxQ My parents want to help me with a deposit on a flat. My sister thinks that if they give me any more tha
Is a gifted house deposit liable for tax?: Is a gifted house deposit liable for tax?

Daily analysis of GBP/USD for December 30, 2013

Daily chart: The

GBP/USD rose to the resistance level of 1.6540, where the pair found a

strong bearish pressure. Now, this pair is forming a lower high

pattern above the support at t
Daily analysis of GBP/USD for December 30, 2013: Daily analysis of GBP/USD for December 30, 2013

India's Inflationary Pressures Limit RBI's Ability To Support Growth, Rajan Says

Inflationary pressures limit the ability of the monetary policy to support economic growth, Reserve Bank of India Governor Raghuram Rajan said in the Financial Stability Report published Monda
India's Inflationary Pressures Limit RBI's Ability To Support Growth, Rajan Says: India's Inflationary Pressures Limit RBI's Ability To Support Growth, Rajan Says

Daily Report: USD/JPY Extends Rally and Hits Five Year High

USD/JPY extends recent up trend and makes another five year high today on broad based weakness in the Japanese yen. The theme for yen is unchanged as markets continue to expect another round of moneta
Daily Report: USD/JPY Extends Rally and Hits Five Year High: Daily Report: USD/JPY Extends Rally and Hits Five Year High

SEC pushes insurers for details on ‘captives’

(Reuters) - The securities regulator has asked life insurers to disclose the potential cost of forcibly winding down in-house insurance units known as 'captives,' whose business model has come under r
SEC pushes insurers for details on ‘captives’: SEC pushes insurers for details on ‘captives’

Asian stocks rangebound in quiet trade; weak yen spurs Nikkei

Asian equity markets kicked off the final week of the year higher but trade was subdued due to the holiday period. View full post on World Markets
Asian stocks rangebound in quiet trade; weak yen spurs Nikkei: Asian stocks rangebound in quiet trade; weak yen spurs Nikkei

3 Numbers to Watch: SP Retail, IT Conf., US pending home sales

Today’s updates on retail sales for Spain and confidence in Italy’s manufacturing sector will provide the year’s final data points for evaluating macro conditions in the Euro zone. Later, we’ll al
3 Numbers to Watch: SP Retail, IT Conf., US pending home sales: 3 Numbers to Watch: SP Retail, IT Conf., US pending home sales

Have We Already Lost the Trade War?

Our present condition is undeniable proof that we were in a trade war and lost, which has put us on the path to colonialism. We will be controlled and managed by our economys conquerors. The proof
Have We Already Lost the Trade War?: Have We Already Lost the Trade War?

*Euro Slides To 4-day Low Of 0.8335 Against Pound

Euro Slides To 4-day Low Of 0.8335 Against Pound







The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex Ne
*Euro Slides To 4-day Low Of 0.8335 Against Pound: *Euro Slides To 4-day Low Of 0.8335 Against Pound

Daily Forex Update: GBP/CAD

GBP/CAD recently broke out of the daily Ascending Triangle chart pattern that was earlier identified by Autochartist as you can see from the following chart. The overall Quality of this chart pattern
Daily Forex Update: GBP/CAD: Daily Forex Update: GBP/CAD

There Are Now At Least 14 Digital Currencies Worth More Than $1

At least 14 digital currencies, including Bitcoin, are now worth more than $1, according to Coinmarketcap.com.

... View full post on FF All News
There Are Now At Least 14 Digital Currencies Worth More Than $1: There Are Now At Least 14 Digital Currencies Worth More Than $1

Japan consumer prices seen rising five times as fast as wages

Japanese employers will fail in the next fiscal year to heed Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s goal of wage increases that outpace inflation, highlighting risks that the nation’s recovery will stall, surv
Japan consumer prices seen rising five times as fast as wages: Japan consumer prices seen rising five times as fast as wages

European Markets Continue to Drop

European stock markets moved lower on Tuesday for the third straight day, as investors remained cautious before the closely watched U.S. nonfarm-payrolls report at the end of the week, which could aff
European Markets Continue to Drop: European Markets Continue to Drop

Natural Gas Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

Weekly Analysis and Recommendation: Natural Gas tumbled at the end of the week giving up almost 20 cents for the week after touching a high of 4.577 on Monday as cold weather blanketed the US. With th
Natural Gas Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast: Natural Gas Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

The problems with car hire hire firms

Questionable fuel charges, mysterious traffic violations, disputed dents beware the add-ons that can cost a packetIn August I returned a car hired through Europcar and subsequently found I had bee
The problems with car hire hire firms: The problems with car hire hire firms

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 03:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-30 03:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 03:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 03:00 UTC

Hong Kong Stocks Rise On Strong U.S. Data

Stocks in Hong Kong rose at the start of trading Monday, after recent strong data on U.S. third-quarter growth and the job market buoyed the global economic outlook. View full post on FOX Bus
Hong Kong Stocks Rise On Strong U.S. Data: Hong Kong Stocks Rise On Strong U.S. Data

Battle for the future of the skies: Boeing 787 Dreamliner v Airbus A380

Despite a troubled birth a year ago, Boeing's flagship plane has overtaken the larger A380 in terms of orders. But can its fuel efficiency and range help it defeat its rival over the long haul?For a s
Battle for the future of the skies: Boeing 787 Dreamliner v Airbus A380: Battle for the future of the skies: Boeing 787 Dreamliner v Airbus A380

What To Look For This week? - Barclays

The coming week is light in terms of economic data and events due to the New Year holidays. In this regard, Barclays Capital thinks that there are only 3 sets of data/events to follow closely for this
What To Look For This week? - Barclays: What To Look For This week? - Barclays

Real Personal Income for States and Metropolitan Areas, 2007-2011 (prototype estimate)

Today, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released experimental real, or inflation-adjusted, estimates of personal income for states and metropolitan areas. The inflation-adjustments are based in pa
Real Personal Income for States and Metropolitan Areas, 2007-2011 (prototype estimate): Real Personal Income for States and Metropolitan Areas, 2007-2011 (prototype estimate)

Will the Fed get back to normal?

Can the US Federal Reserve get back to normal? View full post on BBC News - Economy
Will the Fed get back to normal?: Will the Fed get back to normal?

Japan Stocks Rise Modestly On Yen Weakness

Japanese stocks rose early Monday, though quickly moving off their opening highs, as a significant weakening for the yen carried blue-chip exporter stocks higher. View full post on FOX Busine
Japan Stocks Rise Modestly On Yen Weakness: Japan Stocks Rise Modestly On Yen Weakness

French ‘millionaire’s tax’ ruled legal

Levy on companies paying seven-figure salaries passed by constitutional court despite protests from business and sportFrance's constitutional council has given the go-ahead to a "millionaire's tax" to
French ‘millionaire’s tax’ ruled legal: French ‘millionaire’s tax’ ruled legal

Yen drops to five-year low, European currencies shine

The yen dropped to five-year lows against the dollar on Monday, extending losses to more than 17 percent for the year on a mix of improving sentiment on the global economy, rising investor risk appeti
Yen drops to five-year low, European currencies shine: Yen drops to five-year low, European currencies shine

*Yen Declines To More Than 5-year Low Of 105.42 Versus U.S. Dollar

Yen Declines To More Than 5-year Low Of 105.42 Versus U.S. Dollar







The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post
*Yen Declines To More Than 5-year Low Of 105.42 Versus U.S. Dollar: *Yen Declines To More Than 5-year Low Of 105.42 Versus U.S. Dollar

Euro, Pound Sterling, Canadian & US Dollar Exchange Rate Forecasts 11/12/2013

The EURO has bullied Sterling again today, sending the GBP EUR exchange rate down to 1.1883 this morning. This morning’s German Consumer Price Index inflation figures came out bang on expectation
Euro, Pound Sterling, Canadian & US Dollar Exchange Rate Forecasts 11/12/2013: Euro, Pound Sterling, Canadian & US Dollar Exchange Rate Forecasts 11/12/2013

House prices rise in 75% of postcodes

London and the south-east registered strongest gains in 2013, with prices lifting by 9.1% and 5% respectively, analyst saysHouse prices in three-quarters of postcodes across England and Wales ended th
House prices rise in 75% of postcodes: House prices rise in 75% of postcodes

Greece: OECD identifies hundreds of competition-distorting rules and provisions

An 11-month investigation by the OECD in cooperation with the Greek authorities has identified a wide range of regulations and legal provisions that undermine competition. View full post on O
Greece: OECD identifies hundreds of competition-distorting rules and provisions: Greece: OECD identifies hundreds of competition-distorting rules and provisions

UK House Prices Rise 0.5% In December - Hometrack

The average asking price for a house in the United Kingdom was up 0.5 percent in December compared to the previous month, property tracking website Hometrack said on Monday - after gaining 0.5
UK House Prices Rise 0.5% In December - Hometrack: UK House Prices Rise 0.5% In December - Hometrack

American Prosperity is Gone

By George Barlow December 29, 2013

As the cost of living rises and wages remain stagnant, American workers are struggling to survive. No working American should have to worry about how they will
American Prosperity is Gone: American Prosperity is Gone

EUR/JPY Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

Weekly Analysis and Recommendations: The EUR/JPY climbed steadily to touch a high of 145.69 as the BoJ minutes and report indicate that the bank is intending to add additional stimulus. Data this week
EUR/JPY Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast: EUR/JPY Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

The Most Homeless Children In New York City Since The Great Depression

At a time when Wall Street is absolutely swimming in wealth, New York City is experiencing an epidemic of homelessness.  According to the New York Times, the last time there was this many homeless ch
The Most Homeless Children In New York City Since The Great Depression: The Most Homeless Children In New York City Since The Great Depression

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 00:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-30 00:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 00:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-30 00:00 UTC

South Korea Industrial Output Flat In November

Industrial production in South Korea was flat in November compared to the previous month, Statistics Korea said on Monday.



That was shy of expectations for an increase of 0.4 perc
South Korea Industrial Output Flat In November: South Korea Industrial Output Flat In November

Japan mid-tier camera makers face shakeout as smartphones shatter mirrorless hopes

TOKYO (Reuters) - Panasonic Corp and Japan's other mid-tier camera makers have a battle on their hands to win over a smartphone "selfie" generation to mirrorless cameras that held such promise when th
Japan mid-tier camera makers face shakeout as smartphones shatter mirrorless hopes: Japan mid-tier camera makers face shakeout as smartphones shatter mirrorless hopes

UK’s lack of female bosses is weird, says Royal Mail’s Moya Greene

Canadian says bosses need to ask what it is about Britain that prevents women becoming chief executivesMoya Greene, the boss of Royal Mail and the most recent addition to the tiny group of female chie
UK’s lack of female bosses is weird, says Royal Mail’s Moya Greene: UK’s lack of female bosses is weird, says Royal Mail’s Moya Greene

Manufacturing to give economy a fresh push into 2014

Manufacturers likely ended 2013 by posting a seventh month of growth, which probably will help fuel a pickup in the broad economy and hiring in the new year, economists say.



This week’s
Manufacturing to give economy a fresh push into 2014: Manufacturing to give economy a fresh push into 2014

EUR/JPY Daily Outlook- Dec. 27, 2013

The EUR/JPY pair rose during the session on Thursday, breaking well above the 143 handle for the first time in ages. You can see that we have been struggling to get above it over the last couple of we
EUR/JPY Daily Outlook- Dec. 27, 2013: EUR/JPY Daily Outlook- Dec. 27, 2013

Korea Data On Tap For Monday

South Korea will release November numbers for current account and industrial production, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific economic activity.



In October, South Korea saw a
Korea Data On Tap For Monday: Korea Data On Tap For Monday

Capitalism: legislation is the only way to ensure morality in the market | the big issue

Waiting for a moral consensus to emerge will take far too long for the UK's poorest citizensThe rediscovery of a moral consensus for a market capitalism that will meet human needs, and developing cred
Capitalism: legislation is the only way to ensure morality in the market | the big issue: Capitalism: legislation is the only way to ensure morality in the market | the big issue

FX Week Europe: Currency managers need to react to short-term trends

FX Week

Buy-side speakers at the conference divided on prospects for the euro, but all agree investment needs to adapt to short-term trends in currencies
FX Week Europe: Currency managers need to react to short-term trends: FX Week Europe: Currency managers need to react to short-term trends

‘Net bubble redux? Why this time may be different

For investors in internet stocks, it was a banner year. But the gains haven't been anxiety-free. View full post on World News & Analysis
‘Net bubble redux? Why this time may be different: ‘Net bubble redux? Why this time may be different

New Zealand Dollar Trades at $0.8156 in Early Asia-Pacific Trade

NEW ZEALAND DOLLAR TRADES AT $0.8156 IN EARLY ASIA-PACIFIC TRADEThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS feed
New Zealand Dollar Trades at $0.8156 in Early Asia-Pacific Trade: New Zealand Dollar Trades at $0.8156 in Early Asia-Pacific Trade

Record run for stocks has investors nervous about 2014

Perhaps you don’t believe in magical elves, flying reindeer or the bull market, but there was no denying the reality of the Santa Claus rally in 2013.



Stocks are set to end the year on a
Record run for stocks has investors nervous about 2014: Record run for stocks has investors nervous about 2014

THE 16 HIGHEST YIELD PRODUCTIVITY TIPS FOR FOREX TRADERS

16 Steps To Guarantee A More Rewarding Year    The following is a partial summary of the conclusions from the fxempire.com  weekly analysts meeting in which we share thoughts about whats dr
THE 16 HIGHEST YIELD PRODUCTIVITY TIPS FOR FOREX TRADERS: THE 16 HIGHEST YIELD PRODUCTIVITY TIPS FOR FOREX TRADERS

Obama Pushed To Name Healthcare-marketplace CEO

Allies of the Obama administration are pushing the president to name a chief executive to run the federal health-insurance marketplace, according to Reuters. View full post on FOX Business
Obama Pushed To Name Healthcare-marketplace CEO: Obama Pushed To Name Healthcare-marketplace CEO

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 20:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-29 20:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 20:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 20:00 UTC

Stocks: Break out the champagne!

Wall Street is preparing to close the books on 2013, one of the best years for stocks in 17 years. View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.com
Stocks: Break out the champagne!: Stocks: Break out the champagne!

Unreliable statistics of 2013

2013 was the year that 800,000 people were lifted out of fuel poverty by a change in the definition. As always, voters were subjected to their fair share of lies, damned lies and these things.
Unreliable statistics of 2013: Unreliable statistics of 2013

Should You Register Your New Gift Warranty?

What happens when you mail a product registration card for that Christmas gift you just received? Apparently not much, and in fact companies may be making money by selling your information to marketer
Should You Register Your New Gift Warranty?: Should You Register Your New Gift Warranty?

Day ahead in the Fx Market

MONDAY, DEC. 30 (GMT):



1500 - U.S. PENDING HOME SALES FOR NOVEMBER National Association of Realtors issues Pending Home Sales for November. Economists in a Reuters survey expect a 1.0 per
Day ahead in the Fx Market: Day ahead in the Fx Market

EUR/USD Forecast Dec 30-Jan 3

EUR/USD enjoyed the low liquidity to shoot higher, but this was short lived. Retail and manufacturing PMI’s, Spanish Unemployment Change and M3 Money Supply are the main market movers this week. Here
EUR/USD Forecast Dec 30-Jan 3: EUR/USD Forecast Dec 30-Jan 3

Metals Pack Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast Silver & Copper

Weekly Analysis and Recommendations: Silver ended the week on a strong note moving back over the $20 price level to close at 20.068 as economic data supported increased demand on the industrial side a
Metals Pack Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast Silver & Copper: Metals Pack Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast Silver & Copper

Which will be the big economies in 15 years? It’s not a done deal | Will Hutton

Will China, Russia and Mexico, governed by extractive elites, really do so well? Is Europe such a write-off? And what about Britain?Here is a puzzle that preoccupies futurologists, business strategist
Which will be the big economies in 15 years? It’s not a done deal | Will Hutton: Which will be the big economies in 15 years? It’s not a done deal | Will Hutton

Yen Edges Higher but Players Remain Cautious

The Japanese yen edged off its 5-year low versus the common currency Euro as well as a 6-month trough against the greenback though analysts say that the investors are still wary ahead of a week filled
Yen Edges Higher but Players Remain Cautious: Yen Edges Higher but Players Remain Cautious

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 08:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-29 08:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 08:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 08:00 UTC

Asia stocks gain on Dow’s record; Nikkei at new 6-year high

Asian stocks rose on Friday as Japan's Nikkei index logged a fresh six-year high on the back of a weak yen.

View full post on World Markets
Asia stocks gain on Dow’s record; Nikkei at new 6-year high: Asia stocks gain on Dow’s record; Nikkei at new 6-year high

Bailout Of World’s Oldest Bank In Jeopardy, Rests On Hope That “Ship Does Not Sink”

The ongoing debacle of Italy's Banca Monte dei Paschi (BMPS) took a turn for the worst today. The bank's largest shareholders (MPS Foundation) approved (read - forced through) a delay in a EUR 3 billi
Bailout Of World’s Oldest Bank In Jeopardy, Rests On Hope That “Ship Does Not Sink”: Bailout Of World’s Oldest Bank In Jeopardy, Rests On Hope That “Ship Does Not Sink”

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 05:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-29 05:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 05:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-29 05:00 UTC

10 New Tax Traps to Watch Out For Next Year

Congress may be unfathomable on a good day. But, financial silliness isn't limited to them. We who elect and re-elect the best and brightest from our states are not without our own financial follies.
10 New Tax Traps to Watch Out For Next Year: 10 New Tax Traps to Watch Out For Next Year

Global economy: hopes and fears for 2014

Will the coming year be one of tax cuts, pay rises and good cheer, or will the legacy of the financial crisis still haunt us? And what of China, Japan, the eurozone Observer writers try to predict
Global economy: hopes and fears for 2014: Global economy: hopes and fears for 2014

Sony to give up on sale of its battery unit: media

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's Sony Corp has decided not to sell its lithium-ion battery unit, media reported on Sunday, in a gamble that it can turn the business around with a weak yen and growing demand
Sony to give up on sale of its battery unit: media: Sony to give up on sale of its battery unit: media

Graffiti makes an art world sensation of the ECB’s Frankfurt building site

The European Central Bank created a cultural buzz and a new tourist attraction when it let children spray-paint its fenceClick here to view an online gallery of the graffiti artworksWhen Frank
Graffiti makes an art world sensation of the ECB’s Frankfurt building site: Graffiti makes an art world sensation of the ECB’s Frankfurt building site

Allan Sloan’s year in review

As 2013 draws to a close, it's time to tie up a few loose ends and put a ribbon on this year's top stories. View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.com
Allan Sloan’s year in review: Allan Sloan’s year in review

Exchange Rate Predictions / Forecasts For Pound Sterling (GBP) Euro (EUR) Swiss Franc (CHF) US Dollar (USD)

The POUND STERLING (currency:GBP) has had a good run of it over the past six months, registering healthy gains against the majority of the other major global currencies. However, the Pound has edged l
Exchange Rate Predictions / Forecasts For Pound Sterling (GBP) Euro (EUR) Swiss Franc (CHF) US Dollar (USD): Exchange Rate Predictions / Forecasts For Pound Sterling (GBP) Euro (EUR) Swiss Franc (CHF) US Dollar (USD)

Ugandans fear curse of oil wealth as it threatens to blight ‘pearl of Africa’

Oil drilling may bring benefits in healthcare and education, but critics are concerned about corruption and the effect on wildlifeMost of Uganda's oil is in the Albertine Graben region in the west of
Ugandans fear curse of oil wealth as it threatens to blight ‘pearl of Africa’: Ugandans fear curse of oil wealth as it threatens to blight ‘pearl of Africa’

China formally eases decade-long one-child policy

China formally approved on Saturday easing its decades-long one-child policy and the abolition of a controversial labor camp system. View full post on World News & Analysis
China formally eases decade-long one-child policy: China formally eases decade-long one-child policy

Small businesses can lead Britain back to prosperity | Grant Shapps

Government plans to back entrepreneurs and inventors will help create a jobs-led recovery, and help promote social mobilityIt may not be widely known, but the gap between rich and poor is narrowing an
Small businesses can lead Britain back to prosperity | Grant Shapps: Small businesses can lead Britain back to prosperity | Grant Shapps

US stocks target record yearly gains

U.S. stock index futures signaled an anemic open early on Friday.

View full post on World Markets
US stocks target record yearly gains: US stocks target record yearly gains

Gross Domestic Product for American Samoa, 2011-2012

The estimates of GDP for American Samoa show that real GDP - GDP adjusted to remove price changes - increased 0.5 percent in 2011 and decreased 2.4 percent in 2012 (see Table 1.3). For comparison, rea
Gross Domestic Product for American Samoa, 2011-2012: Gross Domestic Product for American Samoa, 2011-2012

USD/JPY Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

Weekly Analysis and Recommendation: The USD/JPY climbed to a new recent high at 105.17 after data supported the aggressive action of the central bank. Markets were closed on Monday for the Emperors
USD/JPY Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast: USD/JPY Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

A Strong Dollar Does Not Mean a Strong Economy

By James Moreland December 28, 2013

Look around and you will see that the United States is in a bad situation. More and more people are scrounging for the handful of service jobs available, beca
A Strong Dollar Does Not Mean a Strong Economy: A Strong Dollar Does Not Mean a Strong Economy

Irish economy continues to grow

A stronger construction sector drives growth in the Republic of Ireland's economy in the July-to-September quarter, data from the Central Statistics Office show. View full post on BBC News -
Irish economy continues to grow: Irish economy continues to grow

Time for discreet solutions

Don't waste an unwanted gift try a refund, exchange, swap party or donate to charity without hurting the giver's feelingsHowever heavy your hints to family and friends, or instructions that th
Time for discreet solutions: Time for discreet solutions

Draghi Sees No ‘Immediate’ Need for More Rate Cuts, Spiegel Says

European Central Bank President Mario Draghi sees no need for further cuts to the institution’s benchmark rate amid “encouraging signs” that the euro crisis may be resolved, Der Spiegel reported, c
Draghi Sees No ‘Immediate’ Need for More Rate Cuts, Spiegel Says: Draghi Sees No ‘Immediate’ Need for More Rate Cuts, Spiegel Says

Grant Shapps says small firms are the key to social mobility

Writing in the Observer, Tory party chairman claims 'businesses not benefits' will help close gap between rich and poorThe Tory party chairman, Grant Shapps, has admitted that Britain can no longer to
Grant Shapps says small firms are the key to social mobility: Grant Shapps says small firms are the key to social mobility

Forex: AUD/USD Technical Analysis – Bottoming Setup Still Valid

View full post on DailyFX - Technical Analysis
Forex: AUD/USD Technical Analysis – Bottoming Setup Still Valid: Forex: AUD/USD Technical Analysis – Bottoming Setup Still Valid

Making fiscal decentralisation work

Hundreds of thousands of elected sub-national governments worldwide provide services and levy taxes on residents and companies. View full post on OECD.org - Newsroom
Making fiscal decentralisation work: Making fiscal decentralisation work

Agenda Awards 2013: the winners

2012 was a hard act to follow but 2013 served up plenty of farce and scandal which, it was felt, should be rewarded. So here are the worthy recipients of Agenda's prizesYou have to admire the consiste
Agenda Awards 2013: the winners: Agenda Awards 2013: the winners

USD/JPY Daily Outlook- Dec. 27, 2013

The USD/JPY pair rose during the session on Thursday as traders came back from the Christmas break. We are now approaching the 105 level, the area that I had targeted initially as where the buyers wou
USD/JPY Daily Outlook- Dec. 27, 2013: USD/JPY Daily Outlook- Dec. 27, 2013

How Far Will Stocks Fall This Time When The Fed Decides To Slow Down Quantitative Easing?

When QE1 ended there was a substantial stock market correction, and when QE2 ended there was a substantial stock market correction.  And if you will remember, the financial markets threw a massive hi
How Far Will Stocks Fall This Time When The Fed Decides To Slow Down Quantitative Easing?: How Far Will Stocks Fall This Time When The Fed Decides To Slow Down Quantitative Easing?

StanChart looks to eclipse rivals in OTC derivatives

FX Week

New 'Eclipse' business under Andrew Sterry and Luke Brereton will focus on execution, clearing, liquidity and portfolio services in over-the-counter d
StanChart looks to eclipse rivals in OTC derivatives: StanChart looks to eclipse rivals in OTC derivatives

GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. 10-year yield at 2-year high, stocks rally

* Turkey's lira hits record low as political crisis deepens



View full post on Reuters: Market News
GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. 10-year yield at 2-year high, stocks rally: GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. 10-year yield at 2-year high, stocks rally

Euro Lifted as Status Quo Retained

The Euro was broadly higher against its major peers during Fridays Asian trading session, getting a solid boost after the European Central Banks monetary policy decision left investors secure in
Euro Lifted as Status Quo Retained: Euro Lifted as Status Quo Retained

US Unemployment Falls To 5 Year Low

Employment is a lagging indicator of the economic cycle and usually picks up once recovery is underway and businesses need more staff to meet increased demands for the goods or services. View
US Unemployment Falls To 5 Year Low: US Unemployment Falls To 5 Year Low

AUD/USD Dives Below $0.9000 as RBA Suggests it Prefers $0.8500

Shots fired in the currency wars.

View full post on DailyFX - Alerts
AUD/USD Dives Below $0.9000 as RBA Suggests it Prefers $0.8500: AUD/USD Dives Below $0.9000 as RBA Suggests it Prefers $0.8500

Cute cats could be key to learning

How cute cats could be the key to learning languages View full post on BBC News - Companies
Cute cats could be key to learning: Cute cats could be key to learning

Mortgage rise will plunge a million homeowners into ‘perilous debt’

High prices leave borrowers exposed as it emerges that 13 million people paid for Christmas on creditMore than a million homeowners will be at risk of defaulting on their mortgages and losing their pr
Mortgage rise will plunge a million homeowners into ‘perilous debt’: Mortgage rise will plunge a million homeowners into ‘perilous debt’

NZD/USD Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

Weekly Analysis and Recommendation:  The NZD/USD eased throughout the week to end at 0.8154 as the US dollar gained momentum on a quiet trading week. After the holiday the US dollar eased as traders
NZD/USD Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast: NZD/USD Weekly Fundamental Analysis December 30, 2013 January 3, 2014 Forecast

EUR/GBP Weekly Outlook

Some volatility was seen in EUR/GBP last week but after all it was bounded in consolidative trading in range above 0.8330 temporary low. Initial bias is neutral this week. Below 0.8330 will bring anot
EUR/GBP Weekly Outlook: EUR/GBP Weekly Outlook

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-28 21:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2013-12-28 21:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-28 21:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-28 21:00 UTC

Top 10 business stories of 2013

Remember these? 2013 was the year of Amazon, Bitcoin and stock market records. View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.com
Top 10 business stories of 2013: Top 10 business stories of 2013

EUR/JPY Weekly Outlook

EUR/JPY's up trend resumed last week and reached as high as 145.68, showing sign of acceleration towards the end. Initial bias remains on the upside this week. Current rally should now target next lon
EUR/JPY Weekly Outlook: EUR/JPY Weekly Outlook

U.S. judge expands classes in lawsuits over $34 billion mortgage debt

NEW YORK (Reuters) - A Manhattan federal judge on Friday expanded the scope of class-action litigation accusing banks of concealing the risks of more than $34 billion of mortgage-backed securities pri
U.S. judge expands classes in lawsuits over $34 billion mortgage debt: U.S. judge expands classes in lawsuits over $34 billion mortgage debt

Europe shares close higher, DAX hits new high

European shares closed higher on Friday after the two-day Christmas break, with trading thin as investors gear up for the New Year.

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Europe shares close higher, DAX hits new high: Europe shares close higher, DAX hits new high

The Trans-Pacific Partnership Would Destroy our National Sovereignty

In his State of the Union address, President Obama declared in his intent to complete negotiations for a Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). The Obama administration has pursued the TPP through the offic
The Trans-Pacific Partnership Would Destroy our National Sovereignty: The Trans-Pacific Partnership Would Destroy our National Sovereignty

Exile in Mayfair

When Russian mobile phone tycoon Yevgeny Chichvarkin fled Moscow for London, he needed something to do. So he opened a wine shop for the super-richYevgeny Chichvarkin does not agree that spending £12
Exile in Mayfair: Exile in Mayfair

GBP/JPY Weekly Outlook

GBP/JPY's up trend extended last week and reached as high as 173.94. Initial bias remains on the upside this week. Current rally should extend to 161.8% projection of 147.61 to 159.98 from 156.63 at 1
GBP/JPY Weekly Outlook: GBP/JPY Weekly Outlook

Pound Dollar (GBP/USD) Exchange Rate Drops, AUD & NZD Forecast To Fall

The US Dollar has been the main winner so far today in the global currency markets. Support for the Buck has sent the Pound Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) down to its lowest level for two weeks at 1.6
Pound Dollar (GBP/USD) Exchange Rate Drops, AUD & NZD Forecast To Fall: Pound Dollar (GBP/USD) Exchange Rate Drops, AUD & NZD Forecast To Fall

Boxing Day bargains? Not a chance | Bertie Brandes

The retail sector tried to promote this year's sales as something spectacular and we bought it. But don't try to ask for a refundThe Christmas week has drawn to a close, trees quiver the last of their
Boxing Day bargains? Not a chance | Bertie Brandes: Boxing Day bargains? Not a chance | Bertie Brandes

Dollar Weakness is Really Euro and Sterling Strength

The holiday-thinned activity may have distorted the price action, but the general theme that has emerged in recent weeks remains very much intact. The US dollar's weakness, which many observers and th
Dollar Weakness is Really Euro and Sterling Strength: Dollar Weakness is Really Euro and Sterling Strength

XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-28 03:00 UTC

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XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-28 03:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2013-12-28 03:00 UTC

Target confirms encrypted PINs stolen in data breach

Target Corp. said Friday that PIN data of its customers' bank ATM cards were stolen as part of the massive data breach at the third-largest U.S. retailer, but it was confident that the information was
Target confirms encrypted PINs stolen in data breach: Target confirms encrypted PINs stolen in data breach

E-tolls, strikes dominate business news

Here is your round-up of the top three business news events that sparked debate in the year that was. View full post on Fin24 News
E-tolls, strikes dominate business news: E-tolls, strikes dominate business news

U.S. Stocks End Lower But Post Weekly Gains

U.S. stock indexes ended slightly lower on Friday, but posted solid weekly gains. View full post on FOX Business
U.S. Stocks End Lower But Post Weekly Gains: U.S. Stocks End Lower But Post Weekly Gains

Forex: GBP/USD Technical Analysis – Testing December Highs Anew

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Forex: GBP/USD Technical Analysis – Testing December Highs Anew: Forex: GBP/USD Technical Analysis – Testing December Highs Anew

Apple CEO’s 2013 pay steady but sees part of stock award shrink

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Apple Inc CEO Tim Cook earned roughly the same in 2013 as in 2012, but lost part of his performance-based stock award during a year in which intense competition and margin pr
Apple CEO’s 2013 pay steady but sees part of stock award shrink: Apple CEO’s 2013 pay steady but sees part of stock award shrink

Considering Trading Kiwi Next Year?

According to Dukascopy Currency Index the New Zealand Dollar advanced 4.70% versus the basket of other major currencies during the last 130 days. The NZD/USD currency pair has moved back to 0.8166 ami
Considering Trading Kiwi Next Year?: Considering Trading Kiwi Next Year?

China may miss 2013 foreign trade growth target

China's foreign trade is likely to grow by more than 7 percent from the previous year to reach 4.14 trillion U.S. dollars in 2013, slightly lower than the official target of 8 percent.



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China may miss 2013 foreign trade growth target: China may miss 2013 foreign trade growth target

Judge invalidates part of new minimum wage law

A King County judge ruled Friday that parts of a minimum wage ballot measure approved last month by voters in the Seattle suburb of SeaTac are invalid because the city doesnt have authority over th
Judge invalidates part of new minimum wage law: Judge invalidates part of new minimum wage law

U.S. International Investment Position, 2nd quarter 2013

The U.S. net international investment position at the end of the second quarter of 2013 was -$4,504.1 billion (preliminary), as the value of foreign investments in the United States exceeded the value
U.S. International Investment Position, 2nd quarter 2013: U.S. International Investment Position, 2nd quarter 2013

Sefs battle with confirmations after CFTC relief expires

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A second no-action relief period that exempted Sefs from issuing confirmations expired on November 29, leaving FX traders unsure whether Sefs can hand
Sefs battle with confirmations after CFTC relief expires: Sefs battle with confirmations after CFTC relief expires