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Canadian Solar seeing spike in European demand

Canadian Solar Inc is scrambling to ramp up production of solar panels to meet an unexpected surge in demand from Europe, Chief Executive Shawn Qu said on Tuesday.

Unemployment Rate Likely to Hold at 8.5% in January: U.S. Economy Preview

Employers hired fewer workers in January than they did in December, showing companies and banks that lend to them remain concerned U.S. economic growth will cool after expanding rapidly in the fourth quarter of 2011, according to a survey of economists.

Gold Prices Rise on Weak Dollar, Strong Manufacturing Data

Gold rose on Wednesday as the dollar slipped against the euro and on strong global manufacturing data, while analysts said profit taking could pressure the precious metal after its biggest January gain in 32 years.

New homes under construction are seen at Hawaiian Gardens, California

Construction Spending in December Rose 1.5 Percent, Beating Estimates

Boosted by non-residential developments, builders increased their December 2011 spending at a rate higher than economists had expected. The gain confirmed previously observed trends about the ongoing economic recovery in the U.S., which has seen better than expected progress in industry while still facing a soft residential housing market.

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Jobseekers pass their resumes to representatives from Foxconn at a job fair in Zhengzhou

iPhone 5 Production Set to Begin: Numerous Chinese Job Seekers Line up in Front of Foxconn Doors

Even as the protests against Apple's workers mistreatment practice are surging incessantly, there are still thousands of Chinese job seekers who are lining up in front of the gates of Foxconn, the company's major product manufacturer in China, hoping that they will be hired to work on iPhone 5 production.

Rupee Hits 3-month High on Dollar Inflows; Shares Aid

The rupee hit a near three-month high on Wednesday, clawing back all early losses, supported by robust dollar inflows, local share gains and a recovery in the euro.

Gold Rallies as Euro Rebounds

Gold rallied for a second day on Wednesday as the euro rebounded following upbeat German economic data, building on gains in January that marked the metal's strongest starting month in 32 years.

BSE Sensex Posts Highest Close in 12 Weeks; Metals, Autos Gain

The BSE Sensex rebounded in late trade on Wednesday to post its highest close in 12 weeks, as metal producers and auto makers jumped, although investors were doubtful the rally could be sustained after a rise of nearly 12 percent so far this year.

Greek PM Seeks Reform Backing, IMF Warns on Fiscal Pain

Greece's prime minister is seeking backing from the country's political leaders for more austerity measures, with the International Monetary Fund warning that long-term commitment to reforms is key to securing a new bailout.

American Fashion Council Stirs Controversy by Moving Out of Garment District

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has stirred a controversy after deciding to move out of their current office from New York's Garment District which is regarded as the heart of the fashion industry in the city.

Obama, at Auto Show, Pokes Romney on 'Let Detroit Go Bankrupt' Bailout Stance

President Barack Obama pushed into second-gear at the Washington Auto Show on Tuesday, taking a swipe at potential challenger Mitt Romney as the Republican primaries in Florida were underway.

Chrysler Swings to Profit; Industry-Wide U.S. Car Sales in January To Show Gains

Chrysler is profiting from strong Jeep sales and automakers are expected today to announce healthy year-over-year January sales increases in the U.S., with only General Motors Corp. trailing the pack.

Merck & Co. Earnings Preview: Q4 Benefits from Diabetes Drugs, Cost Reductions

Merck & Co., the second-largest U.S. drugmaker, is projected to report stronger fourth-quarter profit on double-digit growth of key products, an increasing emerging markets presence and further cost reductions.

Toshiba Cuts Outlook after Profit Tumbles

Toshiba Corp., Japan's biggest chip maker, booked a 72 percent fall in quarterly operating profit on Tuesday and slashed its annual profit forecast as a strong yen and the Eurozone debt crisis hit profits.

Toshiba's 4Q Plunges, Outlook Slashed

Hang Seng on Mark to Book Best Jan. Since 1996

Hong Kong shares rose on Tuesday with the Hang Seng Index streaking to its best January since 1996, but further upside is expected to be capped going into earnings season after several profit warnings from mainland companies.

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

U.S. Stock Index Futures Point to Higher Open

Stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Wall Street on Tuesday, with futures for the S&P 500, the Dow Jones and Nasdaq 100 indexes up 0.5-0.6 percent.

Asian Shares Recover on Greek Debt Hope

Asian shares and the euro rose on Tuesday after Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos raised hopes that a deal would be reached this week to avoid a potentially chaotic debt default, but worries over Portugal's refinancing ability capped gains.

Chrysler to Add 1,600 Manufacturing Jobs

Chrysler plans on adding 1,600 production workers to an Illinois assembly plant, the first step in a rejuvenation the company expects will add thousands of workers to its payroll over the next three years.

India Confronts U.S. and EU, Says Will Not Cut Iran Oil Imports

India has stated that it will not cut its oil imports from Iran despite the sanctions laid down against Iran by the U.S and the European Union.

Replacement of Worn-Out Equipment Rises in Sign of Recovery

Delivery trucks wear out, computers break down, software becomes outdated -- and finally businesses have to start investing in new equipment. Companies that want to remain competitive have to start spending again as an economy slowly recovers.

Stock Investors in Quest of the Prized 'Golden Cross'

January has turned out to be strong for stocks with just two trading days to go. If you're afraid to miss the ride, there's still time to jump in. You just might want to wear a neck brace.

EU Trade Commission Karel De Gucht (R) and U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk attend a session at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, January 28, 2012.

Beware, Trade Cheats: New U.S. Team Getting Ready for You

A new team of U.S. trade enforcers will make countries think twice about building unfair barriers to American exports, said President Barack Obama's top trade official, who noted the team will include intelligence officials as well as representatives of multiple agencies.

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