| China's trade, factory output rise amid stimulus (AP) China's exports, retail sales and factory output improved in July, the government said Tuesday, adding to spreading signs the global economy might be recovering from its worst downturn since the 1930s. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Single currency gaining speed The debate over New Zealand joining a single currency with Australia and having a single banking regulator is presented as a matter of choice for New Zealand. Prime Minister John Key has kept the debate simmering, wondering aloud... blogs.nzherald.co.nz |
Euro up against dollar as earnings satisfy traders (AP) The euro was higher against the dollar Tuesday after several positive earnings reports gave investors confidence to leave the traditional safe haven of the U.S. currency. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Are Chinese exports good for U.S. economy? (CNNMoney.com) As President Obama completes his trip to China, it's a natural time to ask if trade with the greatest source of U.S. imports is a good thing or bad thing for the still battered U.S. economy us.rd.yahoo.com |
Oil Advancing Toward $80, Gold and Silver Find Support (Daily FX) Oil prices continue to grind higher with the $80/barrel level now close ahead while gold and silver have rebounded higher with added support possible ahead as weekly US jobless claims figures cross the wires. us.rd.yahoo.com |