China Unicom in 3-year deal for Apple's iPhone (Reuters)
Apple's iPhone will go on sale later this year in China, the world's largest mobile market, but its partner China Unicom may find selling the phone carries its own burdens. us.rd.yahoo.com |
An Out of Steam AUD/USD Creates Scalping Opportunity (Daily FX)
The AUD/USD spiked to a new yearly high of 0.9091 following the surprise rate hike by the RBA. Increasing optimism and prevailing risk appetite may keep the pair supported but a speculation that the U.S. may step up their timetable for tightening may leave the pair range bound over the near-term making it attractive for scalpers. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Sonova Posts Significant Sales and Profit Growth for the First Half of 2009/10 (Business Wire)
STÃFA, Switzerland----Sonova Group : New sales record: The Sonova Group increased its sales by 18.2% in Swiss francs in the first six months to CHF 709 million Market growth significantly exceeded: With 17.5% organic sales growth and 4.3% growth from acquisitions, Sonova further expanded its market share Increased profitability: The EBITA margin was increased from 26.5% to 27.3% Higher earnings per share: The Group posted a 22.2% increase in earnings per share over the previous year to CHF 2.520 Top-selling new products: The recently launched Exélia Art, Audéo YES and Passport hearing systems made a significant contribution to sales growth Strategic expansion in the cochlear implant business: The Sonova Group announced the planned acquisition of cochlear implant manufacturer Advanced Bionics EUHA October 2009: Sonova demonstrated its technological leadership and launched a large number of new, innovative products us.rd.yahoo.com |
Canadian Dollar and Japanese Yen Stand Out in Tuesday Trade (Daily FX)
The Canadian Dollar continues to outperform and the only major currency to post gains against the buck on the day. The relative outperformance has been quite interesting with today’s rally occurring well outside of the North American session. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Canadian Infaltion Retreats Allowing The BoC To Remain On Hold (Daily FX)
Canadian consumer prices rose less than expected in December from a year ago to 1.3% from 1.0% against forecasts of 1.6%. Inflation slowed by 0.3% during the month which surpasses estimates of 0.1%, as a 4.7% drop in apparel costs led declines in recreation and alcohol. us.rd.yahoo.com |