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U.S. dollar marks worst week versus yen in a year
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters) - The dollar posted its worst week against the yen in a year on Friday as volatility in stocks and uncertainty about the outlook for U.S. monetary policy spurred investors to pare back bets against the Japanese currency. Some...Tags: Government, Charles Schwab, Exports, New Zealand, Singapore
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Rosy China growth forecasts fade on further signs of slowdown
ReutersBEIJING (Reuters) - As evidence mounts that China's economy is losing momentum, economists are fast abandoning their rosy recovery forecasts and bracing for what could be the country's slowest growth rate in 23 years. In the space of five months,...Tags: Elections, National Government, Weather Reports, Government, China
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REUTERS SUMMIT-Brazil still a land of opportunity for some
Reuters(For other news from Reuters Latin America Investment Summit, click on http://www.reuters.com/summit/LatinAmericanInvestment12) By Brian Winter SAO PAULO, May 24 (Reuters) - Just two years ago, Brazil was still hailed as "The Near China" - an economy...Tags: Gross Domestic Product, Electricity Production and Distribution, National Government, FIFA World Cup, Government
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Leasing The Sun: Solar Panels For The Rest Of Us
The Hartford CourantThe same pathway that has put many in the seat of a new car — the lease — is taking off as a financial vehicle for homeowners who don't have tens of thousands of dollars sitting around to buy a rooftop solar-panel system outright. And in...Tags: Alternative Energy, Elon Musk, Energy, Prices, Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
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Procter & Gamble brings back former CEO to fix company
Reuters(Reuters) - Procter & Gamble Co on Thursday brought back A.G. Lafley to run the world's largest household products maker, replacing Bob McDonald immediately in the midst of a major restructuring. Lafley is taking on the roles of chairman, president and...Tags: Stock Market, Mike Ullman, Corporate Officers, Emerging Market, Economy, Business and Finance
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Latin America's free trade bloc lifts tariffs, eyes Asian markets
Reuters* Latin America seeks integration, yet divided in terms of trade * Pacific Alliance advocates free trade, foreign investment * Tariff elimination begins in July By Eduardo Garcia BOGOTA, May 23 (Reuters) - A Latin American bloc that includes Colombia,...Tags: Economic Organization, Hugo Chavez, Argentina, United Nations, Trade Policy
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South Korea trade deal produces bleak first-year results for US
McClatchy Washington BureauWASHINGTON More than a year after it took effect, a highly touted trade deal with South Korea has failed to produce as expected for the U.S.: Exports are down, imports are up and the trade deficit with the Asian economic powerhouse has ballooned. In...Tags: U.S. Congress, Economic Organization, Contracts, Trade Agreements, Imports
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Shares end lower in volatile session, dollar falls
Reuters* U.S. shares recover, but growth outlook still uncertain * Japan, Europe tumble after weak data from China, euro zone * Dollar index lower, yen gains against dollar By Ryan Vlastelica NEW YORK, May 23 (Reuters) - Stocks prices worldwide fell on...Tags: S&P 500, Federal Reserve, Japan, Financial Markets, Bonds
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INTERVIEW-IMF sees Ethiopia's economic growth slowing as private sector struggles
Reuters* GDP growth seen slowing to 6.5 pct in 2012/13 from 8.5 pct * Inflation seen steady in single digits * Huge public spending crowding out the private sector * Reforms needed to lure more foreign investment By Richard Lough ADDIS ABABA, May 23...Tags: Hydroelectricity, National Government, Inflation and Deflation, Government, Credit Ratings
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Signs of weakness mar UK economic growth
ReutersLONDON (Reuters) - Britain's better-than-expected economic growth in the first quarter turns out to have been boosted by a rise in inventories, while consumer spending was weak and investment fell, raising questions whether the nascent recovery will last....Tags: Gross Domestic Product, United Kingdom, BNP Paribas, European Union, Money and Monetary Policy
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REUTERS SUMMIT-Venezuela business group sees dire economy in 2013
Reuters* Fedecamaras' head says lack of hard currency crimps growth * Sees most companies' 2013 billing falling at least 40 pct * Maduro's slim election victory shows need for dialogue By Brian Ellsworth CARACAS, May 23 (Reuters) - Venezuela is slipping into...Tags: Nicolas Maduro, Commodity Markets, Petroleum Industry, Business, Venezuela
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Conservative economists endorse immigration reform bill
WASHINGTON -- More than 100 conservative economists will call on Congress to approve an immigration overhaul, highlighting the potential economic benefits. The letter by the American Action Forum, to be released Thursday, is the latest volley from...Tags: U.S. Congress, Immigration Reform Legislation (2013), U.S. Senate, John McCain, Immigration
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