Business - Global Markets

Oct 15, 2009, 12:00 am

The IEA and U.S. Secretary of Energy warned that the fast rise in oil prices could slow the global economic recovery.

Oct 14, 2009, 8:00 pm

Asian shares were by and large higher, spurred on by earnings optimism and commodity price gains.

Oct 13, 2009, 12:00 am

Asian markets were mixed by and large today, with Japan closed for a holiday.

Oct 12, 2009, 11:00 am

U.S. stocks rose as optimism over the economy lifted commodity prices, which were also helped by a weaker U.S. dollar.

Oct 10, 2009, 5:00 am

Rising metals prices boosted mining stocks across Asia, while the dollar gains against the yen helped shares of Japanese exporters.

Oct 8, 2009, 6:00 pm

Growing hopes of global economic recovery lifted most Asian share markets.

Oct 7, 2009, 11:00 pm

Overall, the U.S. economy is showing signs of recovery, despite layoffs, bankruptcies, and defaults in loan obligations.

Oct 7, 2009, 7:00 pm

Commodities prices surged on renewed optimism that global demand is picking up. Gold remained near an all-time high.

Oct 7, 2009, 4:00 am

Gold record price will make consumers in Asia more likely to be cashing in than panic buying.

Oct 6, 2009, 8:00 pm

Gulf States are reportedly in secret talks with Russia, China, Japan and France… to replace the dollar.

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