Chinese consumer confidence falls for first time in 18 months
Chinese consumer confidence fell in the third quarter, recording a drop for the first time in six quarters, amid growing inflation concerns.
UK unemployment edges down in Q3; jobless claims drop
The number of unemployed people in the UK fell by 9,000 to 2.45 million during three months to September, bringing the unemployment rate down by 0.1 percent to 7.7 percent, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said on Wednesday.
US deficit panel’s proposals to cost 4 million jobs
Proposals to reduce the US budget deficit would result in millions of job losses and less deficit reduction, delaying economic recovery for years, according to a report published on Tuesday.
US Oct. industrial output unexpectedly remains flat
U.S. industrial output remained unchanged in October, following a drop for the first time in September since the recession ended in June 2009, the Federal Reserve data showed on Tuesday.
German economic sentiment rebounds sharply in Nov.
German economic sentiment unexpectedly rebounded in November following a continued decline in the past two months.
Adidas to tap rising middle class in China
German sportswear giant Adidas announced on Monday to open more than 2,500 stores in smaller Chinese cities by 2015 aiming to tap the middle class market.
Unilever plans environment-friendly business growth
Global consumer goods giant Unilever announced on Monday a slew of initiatives to reduce environmental damage from its future business growth.
New York State manufacturing index plunges in Nov.
Manufacturing activity in the New York area worsened in November with the corresponding index going into negative territory for the first time since mid-2009.
US futures point to small rebound from Friday’s sell-off
Futures on major U.S. indices point to a small rebound on Monday ahead of key monthly retail sales data.
Consumer spending boosts Japan’s GDP growth in Q3, exports remain sluggish
Japan's economy grew stronger than expected in the third quarter, as a rise in consumer spending offset weakening exports and a strong yen.
Electric cars to drive Israel to energy independence
Israel is expected to provide favorable environment for the companies which are planning to roll out electric cars.
Eurozone Sept. industrial production falls unexpectedly
Eurozone industrial output unexpectedly fell in September as the demand for durable goods plunged.
India's Outsourcing Lead Weakens, China Surges
China's outsourcing industry growth is gradually reducing the gap with the leader India, according to a study released on Friday.
German GDP growth cools off in third quarter
German gross domestic product (GDP) growth slowed to 0.7 percent in the third quarter after increasing sharply by a revised 2.3 percent in the second quarter.
Combat aircraft dominate worldwide weapons sale; India top buyer
Combat aircraft accounted for one-third share in worldwide transfers of major weapons in the past five years, says a report on Wednesday.
Surging bank lending, not inflation to trigger monetary action in China
More monetary tightening is expected in China by the end of the year, as the surging loan growth raises more concerns than food price inflation, says a research report.
Microprocessor demand slows in Q3; Intel's market share edges down
Worldwide PC microprocessor sales slowed during the third quarter due to weak consumer demand, according to a report released on Thursday.
Rising food prices drive China inflation to two-year high
A surge in food prices propelled Chinese consumer prices to a 25-month high in October, despite the government's efforts to control inflation.
China announces tax incentives to boost jobs
China announced on Friday tax incentives for small businesses in a bid to raise employment levels in the country.
China FDI rises despite western concerns over business environment
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in China spiked up for 13th straight month in August, despite complaints from the US and European companies over alleged unfair business environment and the Chinese government's favors for domestic firms.
Wal-Mart’s Sam's Club to leverage Wi-Fi for shopping
By November, Sam's Club stores across US will be offering Wi-Fi to enable its customers to compare prices online through their smartphones.
US, an enemy to most Pakistanis: poll
Most of the people in Pakistan view the US as an enemy and see a significant threat from India though extremist groups are active in the country, said a poll from Pew Research Centre
FDI restrictions stifle start ups: World Bank report
World Bank studies the business environment for FDI in various nations