Finance & Economics

Greece in financial doldrums as polls loom

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As Greece heads for polls on June 17, for a second time in six weeks, former prime minister Lucas Papademos has...

Big Apple bonus for new retail chief Browett

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Former boss of PC World and Currys, John Browett will reportedly receive a hiring bonus of $56 million from global...

Multiple stressors pushing ocean ecosystems, livelihoods to the brink

Climate change alone could reduce the economic value of key ocean services by up to $2 trillion a year by 2100, a new study shows – but so many threats are converging on the oceans at once, that a global, integrated approach is urgently needed.

Fashion industry awaits Versace stock market decision

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The renowned Italian fashion house Versace is to consider taking in outside investors.

US president wants more wind power

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US President Barack Obama has put forward a proposal to extend tax benefits for the suppliers of wind power.

Japan, Myanmar open trade talks

Japan has opened negotiations with Myanmar on an investment agreement, the trade ministry said.
The US and EU have eased most sanctions against Myanmar, except for arms sales.

China holds back copper prices

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Copper traders are believed to be quite bearish on their favoured metal due to concerns about a slowing China and...

Prime Minister lands in Myanmar on a three-day visit to discuss trade and investment

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh arrived here on Sunday on a three-day visit to discuss matters related to trade, investment and border issues with the Eastern neighbour, one that India claims is integral to its Look East Policy.

BAE profits expected to rise with Saudi contract

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A $2.5 billion training contract has been made between BAE and Saudi Arabia's air force.

Google's 'transparency report' reveals Microsoft's piracy problems

Google has released a report in the U.S. to provide a better understanding of the intellectual property abuses on the internet, after Microsoft faced copyright infringement problems by other websites.