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The data released by the Cabinet Office show that Japan’s leading index of economic indicators rose to 92.5 in October.

Japan’s service activity expanded in November, indicating that there is hope for a rise in new business and a general improvement in the country’s economic climate.

Superstorm Sandy will likely put dent in the November jobs report.

Japan's monetary base rose in November compared to that in the same month last year, indicating that the monetary easing policies are leading to an increase in the amount of currency in circulation which in turn results in reviving economic growth.

China's manufacturing activity expanded in November to a seven-month high, giving the indication that the world’s second-largest economy is reviving its growth momentum.

No, another ECB interest rate cut is not coming in December.

Japan’s industrial output rose in October compared to that in the previous month, which could give the much required support to the country’s faltering economy.

Economists have trimmed their expectations for Q1 2013 U.S. GDP growth for the fourth straight month.

Asian shares edged up Thursday, mirroring U.S. and European stock rises overnight, as sentiment improved after U.S. House Speaker John Boehner said he was "optimistic" on reaching a budget deal.

PNC Wealth Management’s annual Christmas Price Index estimates the cost of buying the 364 items listed in the "The Twelve Days of Christmas" carol to be $107,300.

A general strike paralyzed Argentina’s capital of Buenos Aires, bringing public transportation to a halt while shutting down airlines and ports Wednesday.

A blog from the New York Fed's Research and Statistics Group says the big output drop from the recession isn't cutting wages as much as would be expected.

Japan’s all industries activity index fell in October compared to that in the previous month, indicating that the weak global demand was continuing to have its impact on the country’s economy.

Most Asian markets fell in the week with the investor sentiment remaining negative following the concerns that the U.S. would face the fiscal cliff, consisting of tax rises and spending cuts, at the beginning of next year.

A rebound in agricultural production following a 2011/12 drought probably buoyed Argentina’s gross domestic product in the third quarter.

Fed members are seriously considering changing their approach to announced expectations, to communicate an explicit “threshold” for inflation and unemployment.

Data releases this week are expected to show some of the economic impact caused by Sandy.

Japan’s industrial output declined in September compared to that in the previous month, indicating that the weak global demand is continuing to have its impact on the country’s economy.

The sharp slump in output will bolster calls for an interest rate cut from the Reserve Bank of India to perk up the economy.

Japan’s tertiary industry activity index rose in October, indicating that the total value of services purchased by businesses is rising, which could give the much required support to the country’s faltering economy.

The streets of Buenos Aires filled with protesters angry about Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner’s policies.