ECONOMY & MARKETS

Why did the Mexican Senate have to actively make money laundering a felony? Because, until now, it wasn't.

The Feb. 2 election has changed little for Thailand, and its economy is facing a scary year.

The moderate inflation rate in January 2014 was mainly due to falling prices of heating oil and motor fuel.

China is Sri Lanka's largest lender and the agreement will mean the island nation will have increased access to Chinese markets.

Young Venezuelans have taken to the streets of Caracas to protest President Nicolas Maduro.

An expelled member of the African National Congress has started his own party based on left-leaning economic ideas.

The southern African country is relying on Chinese funds to revitalize its shaky economy.

Historically, institutional investors have favored gold. How about during the post-financial crisis era?

One quarterly stat institutional investors will scrutinize: Pepsi's sales in its declining North American beverage business.

Mark Carney stressed that any hike in the Bank Rate, by the Monetary Policy Committee, would only be limited and gradual.

Average industrial production for 2013, compared with 2012, dropped by 0.8 percent in the euro area and by 0.5 percent in the EU.

Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Chile are getting closer to each other -- and most of all, to China.

The trade numbers far exceeded economists' forecasts.

Brazilian farm exports could surpass $100 billion in 2014, says the Agriculture Ministry.

How do you get rid of a criminal cartel? The Mexican government has an idea, but might need the help of some unsavory characters.

The U.S. government announced a relaxation of some Affordable Care Act regs, and yet another extension; but what does it mean?

The head of the EC’s antitrust efforts: Tax loopholes may include a “state aid component,” which would be anti-competitive.

U.S. Department of Defense cuts have heightened the airshow's importance. Here's why.

In prepared remarks, there were few surprises in the new fed chairwoman's initial address to Congress.

The EU has given the green light to a reopening of relations with Cuba, putting an end to almost a decade of embargo.

India's fragmented politics could worsen downside credit risks and hamper policymaking and growth, the report says.

Yellen, historically a monetary policy dove, may not be so dovish as Fed chair.

Production and export numbers look good for the Southeast Asian nation's, suggesting a solid end to 2013.

Data shows developed markets' conditions improving, while emerging markets are moving in the other direction.

Gambling is legal only in Atlantic City, but there has been talk of expanding the industry elsewhere in the Garden State.

Just over half vote to end pact, defying government and big business.

The global financial crisis slowed Brazil’s economy, but it plummeted Mexico's into one of the worst recessions in its history.

The Sochi Olympics began in style Friday, but many wonder about the games' economic benefits.

India wants a greater share of revenues since it generates an estimated 80% of global cricket income.