What will challenge SA agriculture in 2014

Stakeholders in the agriculture industry should remain calm in the face of emotionally charged debates about land, warns an expert. View full post on Fin24 News
What will challenge SA agriculture in 2014: What will challenge SA agriculture in 2014

Photos: Katy Perry Sells Hollywood Home

Since finalizing her divorce from British comedian Russell Brand in July 2012, she's been ready to move on. But until now, she's still had the keys to the Spanish-style estate the couple lived in toge
Photos: Katy Perry Sells Hollywood Home: Photos: Katy Perry Sells Hollywood Home

Lottery companies cash in as China raises bet on punters

Every day during his lunch break, Chinese businessman Shen Bin buys three lottery tickets for about 33 cents apiece and then watches to see if his chosen numbers flash across television screens suspen
Lottery companies cash in as China raises bet on punters: Lottery companies cash in as China raises bet on punters

VIDEO: Inside the US Federal Reserve

Simon Jack looks around the US central bank, the Federal Reserve, as it turns 100 this month. View full post on BBC News - Business
VIDEO: Inside the US Federal Reserve: VIDEO: Inside the US Federal Reserve

Polarized labor market leaving more employees in service jobs

The widening chasm in the U.S. job market has brought many workers a long-term shift to low-skill service jobs, according to a study co-authored by an MIT economist. The research, presented in a paper
Polarized labor market leaving more employees in service jobs: Polarized labor market leaving more employees in service jobs

It’s a scandal drug trial results are still being withheld | Ben Goldacre

Doctors like me can't give an informed view on the benefits of any treatment, let alone Tamiflu, because drugs firms aren't publishing all the evidenceThe Commons public accounts committee's report in
It’s a scandal drug trial results are still being withheld | Ben Goldacre: It’s a scandal drug trial results are still being withheld | Ben Goldacre

Economies of Britain and France have more similarities than differences

Despite politicians' rhetoric, the fight to survive in the global economy is a shared experience for the two historic rivalsAs British crowing about last year's return to growth increasingly irks the
Economies of Britain and France have more similarities than differences: Economies of Britain and France have more similarities than differences

Millions see no benefit from soaring stock prices

Tens of millions of Americans received little financial benefit from the soaring stock market of 2013. View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.com
Millions see no benefit from soaring stock prices: Millions see no benefit from soaring stock prices

HTC fourth-quarter profit below expectations

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC reported a worse than expected net fourth-quarter profit on Sunday, despite aggressive cost cutting and a one-time gain.



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HTC fourth-quarter profit below expectations: HTC fourth-quarter profit below expectations

Weekly Technical Outlooks For EUR/USD, & USD/JPY - TD

The following are the weekly technical outlooks for EUR/USD, and USD/JPY as provided by TD Bank.



EURUSD peaked just under 1.39 in thin, late-December trading but failed to close above t
Weekly Technical Outlooks For EUR/USD, & USD/JPY - TD: Weekly Technical Outlooks For EUR/USD, & USD/JPY - TD

General election: there are vital issues beyond the economy | Observer editorial

The future of the NHS, how we care for the elederly and university tuition are some topics that must not be sidelinedThe political battleground of 2013 was dominated by the economy: jobs and growth, t
General election: there are vital issues beyond the economy | Observer editorial: General election: there are vital issues beyond the economy | Observer editorial

Ireland: Before and after bailout

Ireland before and after the bailout View full post on BBC News - Economy
Ireland: Before and after bailout: Ireland: Before and after bailout

Garage Sale Renoir Painting Sparks Legal Battle With Museum

A one-of-a-kind Renoir painting the size of a napkin is at the center of an intense legal battle between a museum that claims it was stolen and a Virginia woman who claims she bought it for $7. The ti
Garage Sale Renoir Painting Sparks Legal Battle With Museum: Garage Sale Renoir Painting Sparks Legal Battle With Museum

Fed’s Plosser at odds with Yellen’s policy approach

Philly Fed President takes an indirect shot at incoming chair Janet Yellen's way of thinking. View full post on World News & Analysis
Fed’s Plosser at odds with Yellen’s policy approach: Fed’s Plosser at odds with Yellen’s policy approach

Business is booming for the UK’s growing army of ‘olderpreneurs’

Hundreds of thousands of over-50s are setting up their own firms for the first timeWhen Gina Topliff Frost, 56, and her husband, John Topliff, 57, were made redundant in 2011 from their jobs as drama
Business is booming for the UK’s growing army of ‘olderpreneurs’: Business is booming for the UK’s growing army of ‘olderpreneurs’

VIDEO: What happened to Zimbabwe’s dollars?

Nomsa Maseko visits Harare and finds people making a living from Zimbabwe's former currency. View full post on BBC News - Business
VIDEO: What happened to Zimbabwe’s dollars?: VIDEO: What happened to Zimbabwe’s dollars?

The Switch: Thousands of visitors to yahoo.com hit with malware attack, researchers say

Two Internet security firms have reported that Yahoo's advertising servers have been distributing malware to hundreds of thousands of users over the last few days. The attack appears to be the work o
The Switch: Thousands of visitors to yahoo.com hit with malware attack, researchers say: The Switch: Thousands of visitors to yahoo.com hit with malware attack, researchers say

NZD/USD Monthly Fundamental Forecast January 2014

Outlook and Recommendation The NZD/USD closed the month and the year at 0.8226 in the center of its trading range. Decembers trading was more about the US Federal Reserve tapering and year end profit
NZD/USD Monthly Fundamental Forecast January 2014: NZD/USD Monthly Fundamental Forecast January 2014

Shock as festive season creates traditional sources of outrage

The predictable Christmas news agenda brings annual anger over rail fares, but rather less over the cost of newsprintForget summer silly seasons; see, rather, how news now turns catatonic as the Chris
Shock as festive season creates traditional sources of outrage: Shock as festive season creates traditional sources of outrage

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-05 05:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-05 05:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-05 05:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-05 05:00 UTC

Portugal To Work 40 Hour Week

The origins of the financial crisis in Portugal were different to those in Ireland (property bubble), Spain (property bubble), Greece (deficit misreporting) and Cyprus (contagion from Greek crisis), b
Portugal To Work 40 Hour Week: Portugal To Work 40 Hour Week

Forex: NZD/USD Technical Analysis – Channel Top Resistance Held

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Forex: NZD/USD Technical Analysis – Channel Top Resistance Held: Forex: NZD/USD Technical Analysis – Channel Top Resistance Held

Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone

CHICAGO/QUITO (Reuters) - Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos was airlifted from a cruise ship by the Ecuadorean Navy after suffering a kidney stone attack in the Galapagos Islands on New Year's Day.


Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone: Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone

Meet independent film’s go-to ‘fixer’

Film producer Cassian Elwes talks about how he got his start in the business, why he prefers to avoid big studio productions, and offers his take on temperamental attitudes in the industry. V
Meet independent film’s go-to ‘fixer’: Meet independent film’s go-to ‘fixer’

Marc Bolland prays for some magic and sparkle in M&S’s results

The under-pressure chief executive has done well selling food, but not fashion. Will this Christmas have been different?So, Next had a stellar Christmas. John Lewis and House of Fraser too. Can it onl
Marc Bolland prays for some magic and sparkle in M&S’s results: Marc Bolland prays for some magic and sparkle in M&S’s results

Making a Living (and a Life) Abroad

Some Americans have taken advantage of technology and a globalized economy to work and live in other countries. View full post on NYT > International Business
Making a Living (and a Life) Abroad: Making a Living (and a Life) Abroad

USD Trades in Range on Fed Expectations

The U.S. Dollars momentum was stymied during the Asian trading session on Tuesday on expectations of a prolonged QE program by the Federal Reserve with many investors already accepting as fact the
USD Trades in Range on Fed Expectations: USD Trades in Range on Fed Expectations

One thing’s certain in 2014: bankers will get bigger payouts

Regulators are trying to cap financial pay packets, but banks have already found ways around the new rulesPrepare for "an out-of-body experience". We have Sir Philip Hampton, the chairman of Royal Ban
One thing’s certain in 2014: bankers will get bigger payouts: One thing’s certain in 2014: bankers will get bigger payouts

Buyer’s guide to gym membership

January is a time many people commit to a new fitness regime, usually involving joining a gym. But don't make another move without reading our guide to making your money go furtherIf you ate and drank
Buyer’s guide to gym membership: Buyer’s guide to gym membership

With Benefits Cut, Unemployed Take Stock Of Dwindling Options

Emergency unemployment insurance expired Dec. 28 for an estimated 1.3 million Americans. That includes more than 220,000 Californians. They responded with everything from returning Christmas presents
With Benefits Cut, Unemployed Take Stock Of Dwindling Options: With Benefits Cut, Unemployed Take Stock Of Dwindling Options

Europe shares close higher; Next, Telecom Italia surge

European equities closed higher on Friday as retail stocks helped bourses to post gains, with Next seeing a rise of 10 percent. View full post on World Markets
Europe shares close higher; Next, Telecom Italia surge: Europe shares close higher; Next, Telecom Italia surge

Global economy recovering at moderate pace but more risks ahead, says OECD

The global economy is expected to continue expanding at a moderate pace over the coming two years, but policymakers must ensure that instability in financial markets and underlying fragility in some m
Global economy recovering at moderate pace but more risks ahead, says OECD: Global economy recovering at moderate pace but more risks ahead, says OECD

VIDEO: Wearable tech - fad or future?

Maleen Saeed looks at what 2014 might bring and asks if wearable technology is a passing fad or a lasting trend for the future. View full post on BBC News - Business
VIDEO: Wearable tech - fad or future?: VIDEO: Wearable tech - fad or future?

Lobbyists and Specials Interest Groups Now Run America

By George Barlow January 4, 2014

The American political system no longer operates with the American people in mind. Instead, lobbyists and special interest groups govern America according to the
Lobbyists and Specials Interest Groups Now Run America: Lobbyists and Specials Interest Groups Now Run America

Macau is betting on a new kind of Chinese tourism

The former Portuguese colony is threatened by a crackdown on its controversial 'junkets'. Now, with new malls and lavish shows, it is hoping to replace high rollers with middle-class familiesWalk into
Macau is betting on a new kind of Chinese tourism: Macau is betting on a new kind of Chinese tourism

Flow Free app: A delightfully advanced connect-the-dots game

Flow Free Engaging twist on a classic puzzle game Whether youre interested in sinking a lot of time into a game or just picking up something that can occupy you in the waiting room at the docto
Flow Free app: A delightfully advanced connect-the-dots game: Flow Free app: A delightfully advanced connect-the-dots game

Business events scheduled for the coming week

-- MONDAY, March 28 WASHINGTON - Commerce Department releases personal income and spending for February, 8:30 a.m.



View full post on Wash Post U.S. Economy
Business events scheduled for the coming week: Business events scheduled for the coming week

Ecuador Navy Airlifted Jeff Bezos for Kidney Stone

(QUITO, Ecuador) An official in the Galapagos Islands says that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was flown by helicopter from a cruise ship on Jan. 1 for medical attention after suffering intense pain be
Ecuador Navy Airlifted Jeff Bezos for Kidney Stone: Ecuador Navy Airlifted Jeff Bezos for Kidney Stone

ONE CHART SHOWS HOW EUS OWN BANKS A FATAL THREAT IN 2014: Part 1

Slow Death By EU Commercial Credit Deprivation Or Sudden Death By Systemic Bank Collapse? Explanation, Implied Risks To EUR and EU, Ways To Protect Yourself And Profit   The following is a partia
ONE CHART SHOWS HOW EUS OWN BANKS A FATAL THREAT IN 2014: Part 1: ONE CHART SHOWS HOW EUS OWN BANKS A FATAL THREAT IN 2014: Part 1

UPDATE 1-Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone

CHICAGO, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos was airlifted from a cruise ship by the Ecuadorian Navy after suffering a kidney stone attack on Jan. 1.



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UPDATE 1-Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone: UPDATE 1-Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone

Ethiopia aims to create entrepreneurs

How Ethiopia aims to create a new generation of entrepreneurs View full post on BBC News - Companies
Ethiopia aims to create entrepreneurs: Ethiopia aims to create entrepreneurs

Gold Opens 2014 on Strong Footing- Rally at Risk Heading into NFPs

Gold prices are markedly higher this week with the precious metal rallying nearly 2% to trade at $1236 ahead of the New York close on Friday.

View full post on DailyFX - Forex M
Gold Opens 2014 on Strong Footing- Rally at Risk Heading into NFPs: Gold Opens 2014 on Strong Footing- Rally at Risk Heading into NFPs

Coming 2014 explosion: Eu money supply or eu itself?

The following is a partial summary of conclusions from our weekly fxempire.com analysts’ meeting in which we share thoughts and conclusions about the weekly outlook for global equities, currencies,
Coming 2014 explosion: Eu money supply or eu itself?: Coming 2014 explosion: Eu money supply or eu itself?

Forex: AUD/USD Technical Analysis – A Bottom Set Above 0.88?

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Forex: AUD/USD Technical Analysis – A Bottom Set Above 0.88?: Forex: AUD/USD Technical Analysis – A Bottom Set Above 0.88?

Analysis: Machinists vote helps Boeing avoid hiring crunch

NEW YORK (Reuters) - In clinching a deal with its machinist workers on Friday that will keep jetliner manufacturing in the Pacific Northwest, Boeing Co may not only have secured industrial peace until
Analysis: Machinists vote helps Boeing avoid hiring crunch: Analysis: Machinists vote helps Boeing avoid hiring crunch

Fed could trim bond-buying more sharply in future: Plosser

PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve could well consider cutting its bond-buying by more than a $10 billion monthly increment in the future, Philadelphia Fed President Charles Plosser said on.
Fed could trim bond-buying more sharply in future: Plosser: Fed could trim bond-buying more sharply in future: Plosser

VIDEO: Why Egyptians are investing in Wales

The impact of conflict in Syria and a military coup in Egypt has helped encourage many from the region to invest abroad and to emigrate, including to the UK. View full post on BBC News - Busi
VIDEO: Why Egyptians are investing in Wales: VIDEO: Why Egyptians are investing in Wales

A global community dedicated to alleviating poverty gathers at MIT

More than 1,000 people from across the globe gathered at MIT on Dec. 7 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL). The program featured talks, stories from
A global community dedicated to alleviating poverty gathers at MIT: A global community dedicated to alleviating poverty gathers at MIT

Management Be Nimble

How to keep your company as fresh as a start-up? In hundreds of interviews, executives shared the paths they took to energize their corporate cultures. View full post on NYT > International B
Management Be Nimble: Management Be Nimble

ONE CHART SHOWS HOW EUS OWN BANKS A FATAL THREAT 2014: Part 2

Lessons, Conclusions, What To Do   The following is Part 2 of the article by the same title, in which we summarize conclusions and possible ways to act on them. Its a partial summary of conclu
ONE CHART SHOWS HOW EUS OWN BANKS A FATAL THREAT 2014: Part 2: ONE CHART SHOWS HOW EUS OWN BANKS A FATAL THREAT 2014: Part 2

New year resolutions to fix your finances

Mortgages, credit cards, Isas, home insurance they all offer opportunities to reduce your expensesOverpay your mortgage If you have a large mortgage, in 2014 the grim reaper awaits in the form of
New year resolutions to fix your finances: New year resolutions to fix your finances

Jobless Claims Were Nearly Unchanged Last Week

But the fact that 339,000 applications were filed the fewest in a month is a hopeful sign. Meanwhile, the most-anticipated news about the labor market each month, on the unemployment rate and
Jobless Claims Were Nearly Unchanged Last Week: Jobless Claims Were Nearly Unchanged Last Week

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-04 21:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-04 21:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-04 21:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-04 21:00 UTC

Gold extends rally; ends 1% higher near $1,240

Gold settled 1 percent higher on Friday, boosted by renewed fund buying and equities' weakness. View full post on World Markets
Gold extends rally; ends 1% higher near $1,240: Gold extends rally; ends 1% higher near $1,240

Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuadorian Navy: Reports

Amazon.com's Jeff Bezos was flown from the Galápagos by an Ecuadorian navy helicopter after a kidney stone attack, according to local newspapers. View full post on World News & Anal
Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuadorian Navy: Reports: Amazon’s Bezos rescued by Ecuadorian Navy: Reports

Record deals changing for digital age

Do major record labels need to change for digital age? View full post on BBC News - Companies
Record deals changing for digital age: Record deals changing for digital age

Wealth Inequality in America

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Wealth Inequality in America: Wealth Inequality in America

Japanese Yen Shows Signs of Life but Does Rally Continue?

The Japanese Yen clawed back losses versus the Euro and US Dollar as traders took profits on JPY-short positions to start the New Year.

View full post on DailyFX - Forex Market
Japanese Yen Shows Signs of Life but Does Rally Continue?: Japanese Yen Shows Signs of Life but Does Rally Continue?

Harbinger Knocks Dish’s Bid for LightSquared’s Spectrum

Phil Falcone's Harbinger Capital Partners, which controls bankrupt satellite company LightSquared, has asked a judge to reject a takeover effort by Dish Network Corp, saying its $2.2 billion bid for a
Harbinger Knocks Dish’s Bid for LightSquared’s Spectrum: Harbinger Knocks Dish’s Bid for LightSquared’s Spectrum

Gross’s Mistake on Fed Taper Echoes Across Pimco Funds

Bill Gross, the money manager known as “The Bond King,” misjudged the timing and impact of the Federal Reserve’s plan to scale back its asset purchases in 2013, spurring the Pimco Total Return Fund
Gross’s Mistake on Fed Taper Echoes Across Pimco Funds: Gross’s Mistake on Fed Taper Echoes Across Pimco Funds

Treasuries Close Modestly Lower Following Choppy Trading Day

Treasuries showed a lack of direction over the course of the trading day on Friday before ending the session modestly lower.



After moving to the downside in early trading, bond p
Treasuries Close Modestly Lower Following Choppy Trading Day: Treasuries Close Modestly Lower Following Choppy Trading Day

DAX forecast for the week of January 6, 2014, Technical Analysis

The DAX as you can see had a negative week of the last several sessions, but having said that we feel that this market has found support at the 9400 level, so quite frankly we expected to go higher
DAX forecast for the week of January 6, 2014, Technical Analysis: DAX forecast for the week of January 6, 2014, Technical Analysis

1930s-style debt defaults likely, says IMF research

Many advanced economies are likely to require financial repression, outright debt restructuring, higher inflation and a variety of capital controls, a new research paper commissioned by the Internatio
1930s-style debt defaults likely, says IMF research: 1930s-style debt defaults likely, says IMF research

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-04 03:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-04 03:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-04 03:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-04 03:00 UTC

Alicia Keys to end Blackberry role

Singer-songwriter Alicia Keys will end her collaboration with smartphone maker Blackberry after one year as global creative director. View full post on BBC News - Companies
Alicia Keys to end Blackberry role: Alicia Keys to end Blackberry role

Economy May Finally Reach Escape Velocity In 2014

As the new year begins, a steady drumbeat of evidence suggests that the U.S. economy is finally reaching escape velocity. Employers added more jobs in October and November than expected, manufacturing
Economy May Finally Reach Escape Velocity In 2014: Economy May Finally Reach Escape Velocity In 2014

Major brake in health spending growth as governments cut budgets in the crisis, says OECD

Total health spending has fallen in one of three OECD countries between 2009 and 2011, with those hardest hit by the crisis most affected. This is a sharp reversal from the strong growth in the years
Major brake in health spending growth as governments cut budgets in the crisis, says OECD: Major brake in health spending growth as governments cut budgets in the crisis, says OECD

Trade Idea Update: EUR/USD - Hold short entered at 1.3725

Yesterday's selloff together with the breach of previous support at 1.3655 add credence to our view that top has been formed at 1.3894 late last week and mild downside bias remains for correction of r
Trade Idea Update: EUR/USD - Hold short entered at 1.3725: Trade Idea Update: EUR/USD - Hold short entered at 1.3725

High-tech autos getspotlight at Consumer Electronics Show

Audi will light the way for an increasingly high-tech auto industry next week when it introduces its Sport Quattro Laserlight concept vehicle at the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
High-tech autos getspotlight at Consumer Electronics Show: High-tech autos getspotlight at Consumer Electronics Show

Forex: USD/JPY Technical Analysis – Rally Falters Above 105.00

View full post on DailyFX - Technical Analysis
Forex: USD/JPY Technical Analysis – Rally Falters Above 105.00: Forex: USD/JPY Technical Analysis – Rally Falters Above 105.00

US put China-made parts in F-35 fighter program

The Pentagon waived laws banning Chinese-built components on US weapons to keep the F-35 fighter program on track. View full post on World News & Analysis
US put China-made parts in F-35 fighter program: US put China-made parts in F-35 fighter program

Fed to weigh further cuts to bond buys amid job gains: Lacker

Baltimore (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve's December move to begin to wind down its massive bond-buying stimulus was the right call in light of U.S. job market gains, and further cuts to the program..
Fed to weigh further cuts to bond buys amid job gains: Lacker: Fed to weigh further cuts to bond buys amid job gains: Lacker

Treasurys slip as 10-year yield trades near 3%

Treasury prices edged lower Friday, sending the benchmark 10-year note yield back over 3% as Federal Reserve officials took to the podium at an economics conference. The 10-year note 10_YEAR +0.33%
Treasurys slip as 10-year yield trades near 3%: Treasurys slip as 10-year yield trades near 3%

Canadas Trade Deficit Likely to have widened in Nov to C$ -400m

Quotes from Scotiabank:

- We're expecting Canada's trade deficit (January 7) to have widened in November to C$ -400m after posting a narrow surplus in October.

- We're anticipating the dec
Canadas Trade Deficit Likely to have widened in Nov to C$ -400m: Canadas Trade Deficit Likely to have widened in Nov to C$ -400m

Trade Idea Update: GBP/USD - Sell at 1.6530

Cable's reversal after yesterday's resumption of recent upmove to 1.6604 suggests a temporary top has been formed there, hence consolidation with downside bias is seen for correction of recent upmove,
Trade Idea Update: GBP/USD - Sell at 1.6530: Trade Idea Update: GBP/USD - Sell at 1.6530

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Sees Big Drop in Contributions after Dispute

(DALLAS) Susan G. Komen for the Cure saw a drop of 22 percent in contributions in the year following the controversy over its decision, quickly reversed, to stop giving grants to Planned Parenthoo
Susan G. Komen for the Cure Sees Big Drop in Contributions after Dispute: Susan G. Komen for the Cure Sees Big Drop in Contributions after Dispute

A personal e-toll defiance strategy

A Fin24 user sees the e-toll defiance campaign as the culmination of anger towards President Jacob Zuma. View full post on Fin24 News
A personal e-toll defiance strategy: A personal e-toll defiance strategy

Glitch hits NatWest/RBS customers

More disgruntled bank customers as motorists find themselves unable to use cards to pay for petrol at Tesco fuel stationsNatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland customers have become the victims of another
Glitch hits NatWest/RBS customers: Glitch hits NatWest/RBS customers

Winklevoss Twins Invest In New Hedge Fund: Report

The Winklevoss twins are backing a new hedge fund started by a fellow Harvard graduate, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal on Friday. View full post on FOX Business
Winklevoss Twins Invest In New Hedge Fund: Report: Winklevoss Twins Invest In New Hedge Fund: Report

Three Technical Reasons the AUD/NZD Collapse Could Continue in January

Beyond the longer-term fundamental concerns, there are three technical developments that suggest the AUD/NZD could continue to drop in the more immediate term.



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Three Technical Reasons the AUD/NZD Collapse Could Continue in January: Three Technical Reasons the AUD/NZD Collapse Could Continue in January

Trade Idea Update: USD/CHF - Buy at 0.8935

As the greenback has maintained a firm undertone after yesterday's rally above previous resistance at 0.9000, adding credence to our view that a temporary low has been formed at 0.8799 earlier, hence
Trade Idea Update: USD/CHF - Buy at 0.8935: Trade Idea Update: USD/CHF - Buy at 0.8935

Berlin’s ‘poor but sexy’ appeal turning city into European Silicon Valley

Startups, venture capitalists and foreign workers descend on city with cheap rent and big investments from Google and MicrosoftA decade ago Berlin's mayor Klaus Wowereit tried to attract creative type
Berlin’s ‘poor but sexy’ appeal turning city into European Silicon Valley: Berlin’s ‘poor but sexy’ appeal turning city into European Silicon Valley

A Bad Year for Chinese Stocks

Looking back on 2013, it’s clear that it was not the year that China’s equity markets finally recovered. As several news articles have pointed out, China’s stock market was the weakest in Asia. Des
A Bad Year for Chinese Stocks: A Bad Year for Chinese Stocks

Brent rises towards $108

Brent crude has lifted towards $108 a barrel after posting its biggest daily percentage drop in six months, but expectations for a rise in Libyan supply have capped gains. View full post on F
Brent rises towards $108: Brent rises towards $108

Housing bubble fears renewed after price surge of 8.4% last year

London and Manchester areas showed greatest rise, as survey finds average home deposit grew to £31,000 House prices across the UK rose by an average of 8.4% last year, helped by a late surge in prope
Housing bubble fears renewed after price surge of 8.4% last year: Housing bubble fears renewed after price surge of 8.4% last year

Why Economists Are Right to Hate on Bitcoin

Economist Paul Krugman is not one to shy away from a good fight, but he may have vexed his most passionate opponents yet last week with a blog post titled “Bitcoin is Evil.” Krugman’
Why Economists Are Right to Hate on Bitcoin: Why Economists Are Right to Hate on Bitcoin

EUR/USD Mid-Session Technical Analysis for January 3, 2014

Daily EUR/USD Technical Analysis Heavy selling pressure drove the EUR/USD sharply lower on Friday, taking out the last swing bottom at 1.3624 and turning the main trend to down on the daily chart. The
EUR/USD Mid-Session Technical Analysis for January 3, 2014: EUR/USD Mid-Session Technical Analysis for January 3, 2014

Offshore RMB market booming in London, report finds

FX Week

A study by the City of London Corporation reveals the City's efforts to become a global hub for renminbi business are paying off, with daily spot valu
Offshore RMB market booming in London, report finds: Offshore RMB market booming in London, report finds

Mid-Day Report: Dollar Mixed as Traders Await Fedspeaks, Yen and Aussie Firm

Dollar remains mixed in early US session as traders await speeches from a number of Fed officials. The greenback stays firm against European majors, which are broadly pressured. Meanwhile, dollar is s
Mid-Day Report: Dollar Mixed as Traders Await Fedspeaks, Yen and Aussie Firm: Mid-Day Report: Dollar Mixed as Traders Await Fedspeaks, Yen and Aussie Firm

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-03 23:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-03 23:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-03 23:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-03 23:00 UTC

Dow near crucial level

Dow reaches its upper trend line at the level 16700. Last couple of times we mentioned that the level near 16700 is the very crucial level for Dow. Yesterday Dow hits intra high at the level of 16562
Dow near crucial level: Dow near crucial level

China is No. 1 risk for world economy: Soros

Don’t worry too much about the U.S. or Europe, says George Soros.



The major uncertainty facing the world today is China, writes the billionaire investor in a column for the Project Syndi
China is No. 1 risk for world economy: Soros: China is No. 1 risk for world economy: Soros

Risk Appetite Sends Yen Lower

The Japanese Yen slipped to a 4-month trough against its U.S. and European counterparts during Fridays trading session in Asian as pressure rises against the safe haven currency. View full
Risk Appetite Sends Yen Lower: Risk Appetite Sends Yen Lower

Stocks close mixed; Bernanke says economy should continue to improve

U.S. stocks climbed on Friday. View full post on World Markets
Stocks close mixed; Bernanke says economy should continue to improve: Stocks close mixed; Bernanke says economy should continue to improve

Nasdaq Unofficially Closes down 11.08 Points, or 0.27 Percent, at 4,131.99

NASDAQ UNOFFICIALLY CLOSES DOWN 11.08 POINTS, OR 0.27 PERCENT, AT 4,131.99The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS fee
Nasdaq Unofficially Closes down 11.08 Points, or 0.27 Percent, at 4,131.99: Nasdaq Unofficially Closes down 11.08 Points, or 0.27 Percent, at 4,131.99

Exchange Rates Today: Pound to Euro Pushes 1.2068 GBP/EUR, Pound Australian Dollar & NZ Dollar Drop

Pound Sterling (currency:GBP) received a boost this morning with the publication of two separate positive data sets from the UK. Last month’s Purchasing Manger Index survey of Britain’s cons
Exchange Rates Today: Pound to Euro Pushes 1.2068 GBP/EUR, Pound Australian Dollar & NZ Dollar Drop: Exchange Rates Today: Pound to Euro Pushes 1.2068 GBP/EUR, Pound Australian Dollar & NZ Dollar Drop

Non-genetically tweaked Cheerios more marketing boon than health boost

A non-Frankenfood Cheerios may not make much of a difference to consumers health, but it could deliver some benefits to General Mills bottom line. View full post on NBC News Business
Non-genetically tweaked Cheerios more marketing boon than health boost: Non-genetically tweaked Cheerios more marketing boon than health boost

Succinct Summation of Week’s Events (January 3, 2014)

Succinct Summations of the week’s events ending January 3, 2014



Positives:



1. Stocks closed 2013 at all-time highs and enjoyed their best year since 1997.

2. 2013 was
Succinct Summation of Week’s Events (January 3, 2014): Succinct Summation of Week’s Events (January 3, 2014)

Will U.S. Treasuries Face Weakening in 2014?

Investors who bet heavily on Treasuries took a beating in 2013, and as the Fed winds down its bond buying, they face the risk of a second straight losing year, something that has not happened in four
Will U.S. Treasuries Face Weakening in 2014?: Will U.S. Treasuries Face Weakening in 2014?

Eurozone Credit Creation Tumbles To New All Time Low

One of our favorite themes in the past year has been watching Mario "Whatever it takes" Draghi reel powerless before the relentless contraction in Eurozone credit. Most recently, in November we report
Eurozone Credit Creation Tumbles To New All Time Low: Eurozone Credit Creation Tumbles To New All Time Low

Stocks end mixed as Bernanke commits Fed to low interest rates

Stocks ended mixed on Friday after Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said the U.S. economy should continue to improve and reiterated the Fed's commitment to keeping interest rates low. Vi
Stocks end mixed as Bernanke commits Fed to  low interest rates: Stocks end mixed as Bernanke commits Fed to  low interest rates

Spotify and YouTube Are Just Killing Digital Music Sales

Since the iTunes Store launched in 2003, digital music sales have been viewed as the music industrys saving grace in the face of declining physical album sales and rampant online piracy. Now, with
Spotify and YouTube Are Just Killing Digital Music Sales: Spotify and YouTube Are Just Killing Digital Music Sales

Short Czk Against Rub

Quotes from Barclays Capital:

- The prospects for medium-term re-inflation are difficult owing to the effect of indirect taxes falling out of the base and planned electricity cuts that will push
Short Czk Against Rub: Short Czk Against Rub

Dollar Mixed After Soft Chinese Data and Other Top Forex News.

The U.S. dollar endured a mixed session on Friday in a light days trading, as traders focused on this evenings American Economic Association conference in Philadelphia, which features speeches from se
Dollar Mixed After Soft Chinese Data and Other Top Forex News.: Dollar Mixed After Soft Chinese Data and Other Top Forex News.

European stocks hold ground

European shares are fighting to hold their ground after a turbulent day for Asia markets that saw a sudden reversal in some very popular trades. View full post on Fin24 Markets
European stocks hold ground: European stocks hold ground

Trade Idea Wrap-up: USD/JPY - Sell at 104.85

As the greenback has recovered after dropping sharply to 104.07, suggesting consolidation above this level would be seen and recovery to the Kijun-Sen (now at 104.76) cannot be ruled out, however, rec
Trade Idea Wrap-up: USD/JPY - Sell at 104.85: Trade Idea Wrap-up: USD/JPY - Sell at 104.85

Ford says tops Canada 2013 auto sales, others growing faster

Ford Motor Co's Canadian arm sold fewer vehicles in December than a year earlier but held its position as the country's best-selling automaker in 2013 as truck sales helped it notch overall growth of
Ford says tops Canada 2013 auto sales, others growing faster: Ford says tops Canada 2013 auto sales, others growing faster

Housing, job recovery boost 2013 auto sales to best finish in 6 years

A combination of an improving economy and job market, stable fuel prices, attractive new products and low interest rates combined to boost auto sales to their best finish in six years and are setting
Housing, job recovery boost 2013 auto sales to best finish in 6 years: Housing, job recovery boost 2013 auto sales to best finish in 6 years

Why Millions of NFL Fans Might Not Be Able to Watch Their Teams Playoff Games

Due to decades-old blackout rules, fans in three regions hosting NFL playoff games this weekend may not be able to see their teams on TVincluding the squad that has probably the league’s most
Why Millions of NFL Fans Might Not Be Able to Watch Their Teams Playoff Games: Why Millions of NFL Fans Might Not Be Able to Watch Their Teams Playoff Games

A boost to transparency and international tax co-operation

International efforts to combat tax evasion and avoidance got a boost today as additional countries and jurisdictions agreed to join more than 60 other countries in tax co-operation through a key mult
A boost to transparency and international tax co-operation: A boost to transparency and international tax co-operation

Technical analysis of GBP/USD for January 02, 2014

At the daily charts, the GBP/USD is moving in a sideways direction, however the Stochastic Oscillators have already indicated that this currency gets the downside pressure. If we look at the Mo
Technical analysis of GBP/USD for January 02, 2014: Technical analysis of GBP/USD for January 02, 2014

China Services PMI Dips To 54.6 In December

An index measuring non-manufacturing business activity in China came in at a seasonally adjusted score of 54.6 in December, the latest survey from the China Federation of Logistics and Purchas
China Services PMI Dips To 54.6 In December: China Services PMI Dips To 54.6 In December

Trade Idea: EUR/GBP - Stand aside

Euro's retreat from 0.8467 turned out to be stronger than expected, dampening our bullishness and weakness to 0.8252 support cannot be ruled out, however, break there is needed to signal recent
Trade Idea: EUR/GBP - Stand aside: Trade Idea: EUR/GBP - Stand aside

U.S. Labor Dept. Panel Suggests End to Media Lockups

A U.S. watchdog on Thursday recommended the government change how it issues market-sensitive data, specifically weekly jobless claims figures, in a move that could end the process of releasing certain
U.S. Labor Dept. Panel Suggests End to Media Lockups: U.S. Labor Dept. Panel Suggests End to Media Lockups

How China crashed the Nafta party | Kevin P Gallagher and Enrique Dussel Peters

The negotiators of the ambitious and contentious 1994 free-trade deal failed to anticipate the rise in cheap imports from AsiaAccording to western tradition, the gift for the 20th anniversary of a uni
How China crashed the Nafta party | Kevin P Gallagher and Enrique Dussel Peters: How China crashed the Nafta party | Kevin P Gallagher and Enrique Dussel Peters

Original Cheerios to go GMO-free

General Mills says some Cheerios made without genetically modified ingredients will start appearing on shelves soon. The Minneapolis-based company said Thursday that it has been manufacturing its ori
Original Cheerios to go GMO-free: Original Cheerios to go GMO-free

Netflix in 2014: Sinking ship or highflier?

Netflix soared in 2013. Can it keep climbing this year or is the stock a disaster in the making? View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.com
Netflix in 2014: Sinking ship or highflier?: Netflix in 2014: Sinking ship or highflier?

EUR/USD Mid-Session Technical Analysis for January 2, 2014

Daily EUR/USD Technical Analysis After failing to hold an uptrending Gann angle at 1.3724, the EUR/USD broke through a short-term retracement zone at 1.3758 to 1.3726, triggering an even further decli
EUR/USD Mid-Session Technical Analysis for January 2, 2014: EUR/USD Mid-Session Technical Analysis for January 2, 2014

Drug firms accused of holding back complete information on clinical trials

MPs voice concern after report into decision to stockpile Tamiflu finds discussions about effectiveness hampered by practice Clinical trial results are being routinely withheld from doctors, undermini
Drug firms accused of holding back complete information on clinical trials: Drug firms accused of holding back complete information on clinical trials

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-03 01:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-03 01:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-03 01:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-03 01:00 UTC

Australian Dollar Trades At 3-day High Against Canadian Dollar

The Australian dollar extended its overnight bullish trend against its Canadian counterpart on Friday morning in Asia, rising to a 3-day high of 0.9514, up from yesterday's 4-month low of 0.94
Australian Dollar Trades At 3-day High Against Canadian Dollar: Australian Dollar Trades At 3-day High Against Canadian Dollar

Mid-Day Report: European Majors Tumble, Dollar Mixed after Positive Data

European majors reversed the gains in thin year end market earlier this week. Weakness in European majors was also seen in yen cross and drags down the USD/JPY too. Meanwhile the sharp fall in EUR/AUD
Mid-Day Report: European Majors Tumble, Dollar Mixed after Positive Data: Mid-Day Report: European Majors Tumble, Dollar Mixed after Positive Data

Exchange Rates: Australian Dollar (AUD), New Zealand Dollar (NZD) & Canadian Dollar (CAD) Fall on China Economy Fears

Thin trading volumes during the Festive period have not stopped significant moves taking place in the global currency markets as investors priced-in a significant development from the world’s sec
Exchange Rates: Australian Dollar (AUD), New Zealand Dollar (NZD) & Canadian Dollar (CAD) Fall on China Economy Fears: Exchange Rates: Australian Dollar (AUD), New Zealand Dollar (NZD) & Canadian Dollar (CAD) Fall on China Economy Fears

Wall Street inks first negative start to a year since 2008

Stocks fell sharply on Thursday. View full post on World Markets
Wall Street inks first negative start to a year since 2008: Wall Street inks first negative start to a year since 2008

Murdoch sells China television stake

Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox is selling its 47% holding in Chinese television company, Star China TV. View full post on BBC News - Companies
Murdoch sells China television stake: Murdoch sells China television stake

Death by China Film Shows where all the Jobs Have Gone

Are you wondering where all the good jobs have gone? Why do we have less tax revenues creating an out-of-control Federal budget deficit? Why are you working harder for less money than you did in the 1
Death by China Film Shows where all the Jobs Have Gone: Death by China Film Shows where all the Jobs Have Gone

Updated 2014 Scalp Targets- USD, EUR, CHF, CAD & Gold in Play

Here is an update to the 2014 setups highlighted last month. The USD remains central focus as we put in the monthly / yearly opening ranges.

View full post on DailyFX - Forex
Updated 2014 Scalp Targets- USD, EUR, CHF, CAD & Gold in Play: Updated 2014 Scalp Targets- USD, EUR, CHF, CAD & Gold in Play

China Non-Manufacturing PMI On Tap For Friday

China will on Friday wee December results for its non-manufacturing purchasing managers' index, setting the pace for a very light day in Asia-Pacific economic activity.



The PMI sa
China Non-Manufacturing PMI On Tap For Friday: China Non-Manufacturing PMI On Tap For Friday

Briton and New Zealander shot dead in Libya, reports say

Two bodies found outside oil complex in western Libya, while two US citizens held in separate incident, security sources sayThe Foreign Office is investigating reports from Libya that a Briton and a N
Briton and New Zealander shot dead in Libya, reports say: Briton and New Zealander shot dead in Libya, reports say

U.S. construction spending highest in nearly five years

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. construction spending rose to its highest level in nearly five years in November as a surge in private construction projects offset a drop in public outlays.



U.S. construction spending highest in nearly five years: U.S. construction spending highest in nearly five years

Trade Idea Wrap-up: EUR/USD - Hold short entered at 1.3725

Euro's intra-day selloff together with the breach of previous support at 1.3655 add credence to our view that top has been formed at 1.3894 late last week and mild downside bias remains for cor
Trade Idea Wrap-up: EUR/USD - Hold short entered at 1.3725: Trade Idea Wrap-up: EUR/USD - Hold short entered at 1.3725

Stockpilers take dim view of new bulb ban

Forget colorful holiday lights. In the last few weeks of 2013, plain-Jane incandescent light bulbs were a hot product, thanks to a ban on making or importing conventional 40- and 60-watt incandescent
Stockpilers take dim view of new bulb ban: Stockpilers take dim view of new bulb ban

How many payroll jobs will be added in 2014?

Near the beginning of each year, I find it useful to jot down a few thoughts on how I expect the economy to perform. This isn't to test my forecasting skills - sometimes I learn more when I miss a for
How many payroll jobs will be added in 2014?: How many payroll jobs will be added in 2014?

Record Highs on Wall Street in Pot Sector

Stocks in marijuana-related companies surged Thursday on the first day of trading since Colorado became the first state to allow the sale of the drug for recreational use. Medical Marijuana Inc. saw i
Record Highs on Wall Street in Pot Sector: Record Highs on Wall Street in Pot Sector

Dollar Starts the Year Brightly and Other Top Forex News.

The dollar started off the new year with a spring in its step as it held gains against most other major currencies on Thursday, after some pretty downbeat data from the eurozone and China continued to
Dollar Starts the Year Brightly and Other Top Forex News.: Dollar Starts the Year Brightly and Other Top Forex News.

Fed Holdings of Agency Debt Total $57.221 Bln Jan 1 Vs $57.221 Bln in Previous Week

FED HOLDINGS OF AGENCY DEBT TOTAL $57.221 BLN JAN 1 VS $57.221 BLN IN PREVIOUS WEEKThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News
Fed Holdings of Agency Debt Total $57.221 Bln Jan 1 Vs $57.221 Bln in Previous Week: Fed Holdings of Agency Debt Total $57.221 Bln Jan 1 Vs $57.221 Bln in Previous Week

Focus On France, Portugal in New Credit Ratings Calendar

Europe's new calendar for sovereign credit ratings, an EU measure to shine a light on the actions of ratings agencies, will in its busy first few weeks thrust the market spotlight on bailed-out Portug
Focus On France, Portugal in New Credit Ratings Calendar: Focus On France, Portugal in New Credit Ratings Calendar

Trade Idea Wrap-up: GBP/USD - Sell at 1.6510

Despite intra-day resumption of recent upmove to 1.6604, lack of follow through buying and the subsesquent sharp fall below support at 1.6458 suggest a temporary top has been formed there, henc
Trade Idea Wrap-up: GBP/USD - Sell at 1.6510: Trade Idea Wrap-up: GBP/USD - Sell at 1.6510

Fiery hazard warning after rail tanker crashes

Following several recent fiery train crashes, the government warned on Thursday that crude oil being transported from the Bakken region of North Dakota and Montana may be more flammable than traditio
Fiery hazard warning after rail tanker crashes: Fiery hazard warning after rail tanker crashes

Goldfish death among flimsiest excuses for sending late tax returns

HM Revenue and Customs compiles list of oddest excuses for sending late tax returns and incurring £100 fineThe taxman has compiled a list of the most "bizarre and flimsy" excuses for sending in a lat
Goldfish death among flimsiest excuses for sending late tax returns: Goldfish death among flimsiest excuses for sending late tax returns

Dollar trade near five-year high against yen

The US dollar is trading near a five-year high against the yen in thin Asian trade, as investors began the new year with renewed optimism about the US economy. View full post on Fin24 Markets
Dollar trade near five-year high against yen: Dollar trade near five-year high against yen

AUD/JPY Starts 2014 on the Back Foot, Potential for Further Drops

The AUD/JPY exploded higher over the final two weeks of 2013, tacking on nearly 300 pips despite the traditionally slow holiday trading conditions. As we roll into a new year though, the some of 2013
AUD/JPY Starts 2014 on the Back Foot, Potential for Further Drops: AUD/JPY Starts 2014 on the Back Foot, Potential for Further Drops

Some Workers Set to Reach $100K Pay in Boeing Deal

(SEATTLE) Some machinists in the Puget Sound region would likely see their annual base salaries top $100,000 in the coming years under a proposed contract offer from Boeing Co., according to an As
Some Workers Set to Reach $100K Pay in Boeing Deal: Some Workers Set to Reach $100K Pay in Boeing Deal

Ny Federal Reserve says No Forex Swaps With Foreign Central Banks in Latest Week

NY FEDERAL RESERVE SAYS NO FOREX SWAPS WITH FOREIGN CENTRAL BANKS IN LATEST WEEKThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" R
Ny Federal Reserve says No Forex Swaps With Foreign Central Banks in Latest Week: Ny Federal Reserve says No Forex Swaps With Foreign Central Banks in Latest Week

Trade Idea Wrap-up: USD/CHF - Buy at 0.8935

As dollar's rise from 0.8799 (last week's low) gathered momentum and previous resistance at 0.9000 was penetrated, adding credence to our view that a temporary low has been formed at 0.8799, he
Trade Idea Wrap-up: USD/CHF - Buy at 0.8935: Trade Idea Wrap-up: USD/CHF - Buy at 0.8935

Stocks fall; first negative start to new year since 2008

Stocks fell sharply on Thursday, with Wall Street recording its first negative start to a year since 2008, as a set of better-than-expected economic reports failed to move investors. View ful
Stocks fall; first negative start to new year since 2008: Stocks fall; first negative start to new year since 2008

Remy Cointreau CEO resigns after 3 months

French spirits group Remy Cointreau said its Chief Executive Officer Frederic Pflanz has resigned for personal reasons. View full post on World News & Analysis
Remy Cointreau CEO resigns after 3 months: Remy Cointreau CEO resigns after 3 months

What Makes Forex Traders Nervous About the New Year?

By Kathy Lien,

What Makes Forex Traders Nervous About the New Year?

EUR: Potential Triple Top?

GBP: Backs Off Fresh 2 Years Highs on Surprise Decline in PMI Manufacturing

AUD:
What Makes Forex Traders Nervous About the New Year?: What Makes Forex Traders Nervous About the New Year?

Fisker seeks rejection of Chinese suitor it blames for its bankruptcy

Fisker Automotive, the bankrupt maker of a plug-in hybrid sports car, asked a federal judge to approve its proposed sale to a Hong Kong tycoon rather than a Chinese suitor that Fisker alleged was to b
Fisker seeks rejection of Chinese suitor it blames for its bankruptcy: Fisker seeks rejection of Chinese suitor it blames for its bankruptcy

UK and US maintain strong manufacturing growth as France stumbles - as it happened

UK factories report strong growth and exports, but worries mount for France as manufacturing output falls at fastest rate in seven months.Graeme Wearden View full post on Business: Economics
UK and US maintain strong manufacturing growth as France stumbles - as it happened: UK and US maintain strong manufacturing growth as France stumbles - as it happened

Arrested development: is the economic growth we consider ‘normal’ at an end?

Some economists are making bullish predictions about recovery but others warn of a long-term 'ideas recession'Looking back on the "extraordinary episode in the economic progress of man" that ended
Arrested development: is the economic growth we consider ‘normal’ at an end?: Arrested development: is the economic growth we consider ‘normal’ at an end?

Treasuries Move To The Upside Amid Pullback By Stocks

Treasuries moved notably higher during trading on Thursday, offsetting the weakness that was seen in the previous session.



Bond prices moved steadily higher throughout much of the
Treasuries Move To The Upside Amid Pullback By Stocks: Treasuries Move To The Upside Amid Pullback By Stocks

US Dipped in the Week Ending December 28, 2013

US initial claims dipped 2,000 to 339,000 in the week ending December 28, 2013 following a 39,000 drop to a revised 341,000 (was 338,000) level the previous week. Markets had expected a 342,000 readin
US Dipped in the Week Ending December 28, 2013: US Dipped in the Week Ending December 28, 2013

Ford develops solar powered car for everyday use

Ford has developed a concept model that runs primarily on solar power, which could bring the world one step closer to having a vehicle for everyday driving that is not dependent on traditional energy
Ford develops solar powered car for everyday use: Ford develops solar powered car for everyday use

Euro at Major Risk of Further Declines

A substantial shift in retail forex trading sentiment warns that the Euro may continue lower against the US Dollar.

View full post on DailyFX - Technical Analysis
Euro at Major Risk of Further Declines: Euro at Major Risk of Further Declines

S&P 500 Needs to Show its True Colors

Retail CFD speculators remain heavily short the SPX500 contract, and a contrarian view of crowd sentiment leaves us in favor of further gains.

View full post on DailyFX - Techn
S&P 500 Needs to Show its True Colors: S&P 500 Needs to Show its True Colors

Australian Dollar Still Looks like a Sell

Retail forex trading crowds remain heavily long the Australian Dollar, and a contrarian view of crowd sentiment leaves us in favor of further AUDUSD weakness.

View full post on
Australian Dollar Still Looks like a Sell: Australian Dollar Still Looks like a Sell

Martha Stewart, Macy’s settle lawsuit over Penney deal

(Reuters) - Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Inc said on Thursday it settled a lawsuit with retailer Macy's Inc over a home products deal with J.C. Penney Co Inc .



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Martha Stewart, Macy’s settle lawsuit over Penney deal: Martha Stewart, Macy’s settle lawsuit over Penney deal

Home insurance claims fall by a quarter

In first nine months of 2013 there were 1.2m claims on policies a 23% drop compared to same period last yearGales have battered Britain over the past month and householders are still mopping up fr
Home insurance claims fall by a quarter: Home insurance claims fall by a quarter

*Ireland Dec. Manufacturing PMI At 53.5 Vs. 52.4 In November

Ireland Dec. Manufacturing PMI At 53.5 Vs. 52.4 In November







The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Li
*Ireland Dec. Manufacturing PMI At 53.5 Vs. 52.4 In November: *Ireland Dec. Manufacturing PMI At 53.5 Vs. 52.4 In November

Daily Report: Sterling Rallies as 2014 Starts, Manufacturing Data Watched

DOW had a strong close last year making new record high at 16575.55 while S&P 500 also closed at record 1848.36. Meanwhile, it should also be noted that treasury yields in US also made a strong cl
Daily Report: Sterling Rallies as 2014 Starts, Manufacturing Data Watched: Daily Report: Sterling Rallies as 2014 Starts, Manufacturing Data Watched

AllThingsD co-founders launch new tech site, Re/code

The founders of popular technology website AllThingsD have launched a new digital news and review website after parting ways with Dow Jones back in September.The site, Re/code, was announced on Thursd
AllThingsD co-founders launch new tech site, Re/code: AllThingsD co-founders launch new tech site, Re/code

Wal-Mart recalls donkey product in China after fox meat scandal

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc , the world's largest retailer, has recalled donkey meat sold at some outlets in China after tests showed the product contained the DNA of other animals, the U
Wal-Mart recalls donkey product in China after fox meat scandal: Wal-Mart recalls donkey product in China after fox meat scandal

Reindeer herds in danger as Australia’s mining boom comes to Sweden

Lars Jon Allas, whose family has herded for generations, says mine dust can carry kilometres and kills the lichen reindeer eat during winterKim Paul Nguyen View full post on Latest financial,
Reindeer herds in danger as Australia’s mining boom comes to Sweden: Reindeer herds in danger as Australia’s mining boom comes to Sweden

Japan’s population falls by a record 244,000 in 2013

Japan’s population fell by a record 244,000 in 2013, according to health ministry estimates released on Wednesday, highlighting concerns over an ever-dwindling workforce supporting a growing number o
Japan’s population falls by a record 244,000 in 2013: Japan’s population falls by a record 244,000 in 2013

AUD/USD Technicals - Early Bears Overextending On China PMI

No surprises for AUD/USD in this new year as bears continue to remain firmly in charge. Prices fell to a low of 0.8886 on open, led by the disappointing Chinese PMI Manufacturing number that was relea
AUD/USD Technicals - Early Bears Overextending On China PMI: AUD/USD Technicals - Early Bears Overextending On China PMI

Swiss to vote on cash for all - working or not

Swiss to vote on a guaranteed income for all residents View full post on BBC News - Economy
Swiss to vote on cash for all - working or not: Swiss to vote on cash for all - working or not

GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares turn mixed as China disappoints, gold bounces while yen falls

SYDNEY, Jan 2 (Reuters) - Asian share markets endured mixed fortunes on Monday in the wake of disappointing data on Chinese manufacturing, while investors showed renewed appetite for commodities as...
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares turn mixed as China disappoints, gold bounces while yen falls: GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares turn mixed as China disappoints, gold bounces while yen falls

South Korea's Manufacturing PMI Hits 7-Month High

An indicator of South Korea's manufacturing sector performance increased to a seven-month high in December, a survey by Markit Economics and HSBC revealed Thursday.



The headline
South Korea's Manufacturing PMI Hits 7-Month High: South Korea's Manufacturing PMI Hits 7-Month High

Daily Forex Update: EUR/NZD

EUR/NZD recently broke the daily Rising Wedge chart pattern that as earlier identified by Autochartist as you can see form the following chart. EUR/NZD is expected to fall to the target level 1.6461 i
Daily Forex Update: EUR/NZD: Daily Forex Update: EUR/NZD

Final-salary pension scheme shortfalls stubbornly high, advisers warn

Consultancy says funds hit by low returns from safe-haven assets face added burden from higher inflation expectationsThe shortfalls in final-salary pension funds remain "stubbornly high" at £150bn, d
Final-salary pension scheme shortfalls stubbornly high, advisers warn: Final-salary pension scheme shortfalls stubbornly high, advisers warn

Australian Dollar Off Early Low Versus Euro

The Australian dollar wiped out early losses against the euro in Asia on Thursday.



The aussie that declined to 1.5487 against the euro at the start of Asian session bounced off to
Australian Dollar Off Early Low Versus Euro: Australian Dollar Off Early Low Versus Euro

EUR/USD Technicals - Bears Claiming First Blood In 2014

Brand new year, brand new trade opportunities await, and the eternal struggle between Bulls and Bears are preparing to start once again as trading volume begin to get back into the markets. Currently,
EUR/USD Technicals - Bears Claiming First Blood In 2014: EUR/USD Technicals - Bears Claiming First Blood In 2014

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-02 02:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-02 02:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-02 02:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-02 02:00 UTC

China’s Manufacturing Growth Slows, HSBC Data Show

Chinese manufacturing grew further in December but at a slightly slower pace than in the previous month, HSBC reported Thursday. View full post on FOX Business
China’s Manufacturing Growth Slows, HSBC Data Show: China’s Manufacturing Growth Slows, HSBC Data Show

Near-blizzard conditions threaten Northeast U.S.

A winter storm grounded hundreds of flights as forecasters warned that most of the Northeast could be buried under snow by Friday. NBC reports. View full post on World News & Analysis
Near-blizzard conditions threaten Northeast U.S.: Near-blizzard conditions threaten Northeast U.S.

Forex Week in Review- Dec. 2, 2013

Friday marked the final trading session for the month of November. With the exception of Londons FTSE, the major markets closed higher. View full post on DailyForex.com Forex Fundamental A
Forex Week in Review- Dec. 2, 2013: Forex Week in Review- Dec. 2, 2013

John Lewis enjoys record Christmas with 7% sales rise

Department store group expected to have increased its market share with total sales of £734m in the five weeks to 28 DecemberJohn Lewis is likely to have beaten the market for the fifth Christmas in
John Lewis enjoys record Christmas with 7% sales rise: John Lewis enjoys record Christmas with 7% sales rise

Aussie slips on China PMI as oil climbs; gold holds slump

Australia’s currency and 10-year bonds dropped while Malaysia’s ringgit weakened after a Chinese manufacturing index fell to a four-month low before private data on the factory sector due today. Oil
Aussie slips on China PMI as oil climbs; gold holds slump: Aussie slips on China PMI as oil climbs; gold holds slump

Sri Lanka Cenbank Cuts Reverse Repurchase Rate by 50 Bps to 8.00 Pct

SRI LANKA CENBANK CUTS REVERSE REPURCHASE RATE BY 50 BPS TO 8.00 PCTThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS feed
Sri Lanka Cenbank Cuts Reverse Repurchase Rate by 50 Bps to 8.00 Pct: Sri Lanka Cenbank Cuts Reverse Repurchase Rate by 50 Bps to 8.00 Pct

Global Forum moves towards automatic exchange of tax information and transparency

The international community has taken new steps to strengthen transparency and boost the comprehensive exchange of information between governments worldwide. View full post on OECD.org - News
Global Forum moves towards automatic exchange of tax information and transparency: Global Forum moves towards automatic exchange of tax information and transparency

Samsung Elec shares drop more than 2 percent on weak earnings outlook

SEOUL (Reuters) - Shares in Samsung Electronics Co Ltd dropped more than 2 percent in early trading Thursday, on continued lackluster forecasts of its Q4 earnings due to currency moves and shrinking m
Samsung Elec shares drop more than 2 percent on weak earnings outlook: Samsung Elec shares drop more than 2 percent on weak earnings outlook

Bill changes to ‘simplify’ energy

A ban on complex energy tariffs is coming into force as the regulator introduces reforms aimed at making switching suppliers easier. View full post on BBC News - Companies
Bill changes to ‘simplify’ energy: Bill changes to ‘simplify’ energy

The United States Is Decaying under Free Trade

By Thomas Heffner January 1, 2014

Americans want strong leaders and a strong economy, but it will be impossible to manage our country for our own benefit as long as we are committed to the disas
The United States Is Decaying under Free Trade: The United States Is Decaying under Free Trade

Usd/thb to See Fresh Spike Towards 33.00 on worsened Political Crisis

USD/THB TO SEE FRESH SPIKE TOWARDS 33.00 ON WORSENED POLITICAL CRISISThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex News" RSS feed
Usd/thb to See Fresh Spike Towards 33.00 on worsened Political Crisis: Usd/thb to See Fresh Spike Towards 33.00 on worsened Political Crisis

Should I make a stand over unfair treatment?

My team-mate's suspicion that his line manager is sabotaging his development seems true but I'm unsure who to raise it withTwice a week we publish the problems that will feature in a forthcoming Dear
Should I make a stand over unfair treatment?: Should I make a stand over unfair treatment?

GBPAUD Bullish Engulfing Candle at Fib level Offering Ticket to Ride on Uptrend

Strong underlying economic fundamentals have made GBP a juggernaut against its rival currencies. Improving GDP, reduction in the unemployment rate and better than expected growth across the services,
GBPAUD Bullish Engulfing Candle at Fib level Offering Ticket to Ride on Uptrend: GBPAUD Bullish Engulfing Candle at Fib level Offering Ticket to Ride on Uptrend

Global shares start sluggishly, yen resumes decline

Asian markets got the new year off to a sluggish start as Chinese economic data disappointed ahead of a raft of reports on global manufacturing due out through the session.



The early act
Global shares start sluggishly, yen resumes decline: Global shares start sluggishly, yen resumes decline

Singapore Q4 Gdp -2.7 Pct Q/q annualised and Seasonally Adjusted; Reuters Poll -1.6 Pcts

SINGAPORE Q4 GDP -2.7 PCT Q/Q ANNUALISED AND SEASONALLY ADJUSTED; REUTERS POLL -1.6 PCTSThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "Live Forex
Singapore Q4 Gdp -2.7 Pct Q/q annualised and Seasonally Adjusted; Reuters Poll -1.6 Pcts: Singapore Q4 Gdp -2.7 Pct Q/q annualised and Seasonally Adjusted; Reuters Poll -1.6 Pcts

China shares rise

Chinese shares have been up 0.23% as sentiment improved after Beijing issued rules to protect stock investors, dealers say. View full post on Fin24 Markets
China shares rise: China shares rise

Energy firms paid £4bn more for power than market rate, claims Labour

'Big Six' deny inflating prices to make extra profits from their own plants or striking expensive deals to detriment of consumersHouseholds may have paid around £150 over the odds for their electrici
Energy firms paid £4bn more for power than market rate, claims Labour: Energy firms paid £4bn more for power than market rate, claims Labour

Fiat Agrees to Buy Rest of Chrysler in $4.35 Billion Deal

Fiat SpA (F) agreed to buy the remaining stake in Chrysler Group LLC owned by a United Auto Workers retiree health-care trust in a $4.35 billion deal, the last step needed before the Italian and U.S.
Fiat Agrees to Buy Rest of Chrysler in $4.35 Billion Deal: Fiat Agrees to Buy Rest of Chrysler in $4.35 Billion Deal

Data and Thin Trade Weighs on Greenback

The Dollar fell to a near 1-month trough versus the common currency Euro following the release of new economic data from the U.S. which only added to the uncertainty revolving around the Federal Reser
Data and Thin Trade Weighs on Greenback: Data and Thin Trade Weighs on Greenback

Indonesia Data Due On Thursday

Indonesia is scheduled to release a raft of data on Thursday, setting the pace for a modest day in Asia-Pacific economic activity.



On tap are November numbers for imports, exports
Indonesia Data Due On Thursday: Indonesia Data Due On Thursday

XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-01 22:00 UTC

XE hourly rates at 2014-01-01 22:00 UTC View full post on XE Forex News
XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-01 22:00 UTC: XE Forex Rates at 2014-01-01 22:00 UTC

Does Ron Burgundy Know That Chryslers Now an Italian Car Company?

America just got itself a new Italian automobile company: Chrysler. Fiat agreed to buy the 41.46% of Chrysler shares held by a United Auto Workers unions healthcare trust for $3.65 billion in cash
Does Ron Burgundy Know That Chryslers Now an Italian Car Company?: Does Ron Burgundy Know That Chryslers Now an Italian Car Company?

Scapegoating migrants for Britain’s crisis will damage us all | Seumas Milne

The Tories and Ukip are vying to terrify the public about Romanians and Bulgarians. What's needed is protection at work and a crash housing programmeIt's the influx that never was. New Year's Day, we
Scapegoating migrants for Britain’s crisis will damage us all | Seumas Milne: Scapegoating migrants for Britain’s crisis will damage us all | Seumas Milne

Hesitation-When Technical Clarity is Overshadowed by Noise and Doubt

Following your plan is important, but trusting your abilities and having the confidence to execute decisions is just as important...

View full post on DailyFX - Technical Analys
Hesitation-When Technical Clarity is Overshadowed by Noise and Doubt: Hesitation-When Technical Clarity is Overshadowed by Noise and Doubt

Fiat reaches deal with UAW trust to buy rest of Chrysler

MILAN/DETROIT (Reuters) - Italian carmaker Fiat SpA said on Wednesday it has signed an agreement to buy the stake in U.S. automaker Chrysler Group LLC it does not already own, ending months of tense n
Fiat reaches deal with UAW trust to buy rest of Chrysler: Fiat reaches deal with UAW trust to buy rest of Chrysler

What we learned about markets in 2013

After a 30 year bull market for bonds and a 13 year bearish market for equities, the performance is now finally reversing. Equities had an outstanding year with the global economic recovery gaining mo
What we learned about markets in 2013: What we learned about markets in 2013

5 Common Ways You are Killing Your Car

For most consumers, a car is their second biggest investment, yet many treat their vehicle about the same as their washing machine, electric range or other major appliance. They don't worry about it u
5 Common Ways You are Killing Your Car: 5 Common Ways You are Killing Your Car

Euro zone gets 18th member: Latvia

Read full story for latest details. View full post on Latest stock market news from Wall Street - CNNMoney.com
Euro zone gets 18th member: Latvia: Euro zone gets 18th member: Latvia

Fiat To Buy Rest Of Chrysler For $1.75 Billion

Italy's Fiat SpA will buy the 41.4% stake in U.S. automaker Chrysler that it doesn't already own for $1.675 billion in cash, according to media reports Wednesday. View full post on FOX Busine
Fiat To Buy Rest Of Chrysler For $1.75 Billion: Fiat To Buy Rest Of Chrysler For $1.75 Billion

AgustaWestland row likely to ground India ‘special partnership’

UK hope of resolving Delhi's concerns over £466m helicopter deal faded nearly a year ago when bribery claims first surfacedWhen David Cameron led a trade delegation to India in February last year, it
AgustaWestland row likely to ground India ‘special partnership’: AgustaWestland row likely to ground India ‘special partnership’

German Yields Climb Most Since 2006 as Euro Area Exits Recession

German government bonds slumped last year, with 10-year yields rising the most since 2006, as the euro area’s emergence from its longest recession on record damped demand for the region’s safest ass
German Yields Climb Most Since 2006 as Euro Area Exits Recession: German Yields Climb Most Since 2006 as Euro Area Exits Recession

Japan Needs to Keep the Presses Running in 2014

What a year for Japan: Its currency lost 18 percent of its value against the U.S. dollar, the Nikkei index rose 57 percent, and inflation returned for the first time in five years.



If Jap
Japan Needs to Keep the Presses Running in 2014: Japan Needs to Keep the Presses Running in 2014

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

Rbi says Currency in Circulation Grew 11.0 Pct Year on Year in Week to Dec 27 Vs 12.0 Pct Year Ago

RBI SAYS CURRENCY IN CIRCULATION GREW 11.0 PCT YEAR ON YEAR IN WEEK TO DEC 27 VS 12.0 PCT YEAR AGOThe material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com View full post on "
Rbi says Currency in Circulation Grew 11.0 Pct Year on Year in Week to Dec 27 Vs 12.0 Pct Year Ago: Rbi says Currency in Circulation Grew 11.0 Pct Year on Year in Week to Dec 27 Vs 12.0 Pct Year Ago