Morning offer: Finally, bad news is bad news
19 January (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead at Asian markets from Jamie McGeever. No fireworks from the Bank of Japan, but plenty of damp squibs for investors…
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The US economy is losing steam as retail sales show their biggest decline in 12 months
Retail sales down 1.1% in December; November sales fell Core sales down 0.7%; November sales not reviewed Manufacturing output is down 1.3%; November production cut Producer prices down 0.5%; up…
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Analysis: Turkey and its markets are heading for an election crossroads
Turkey’s presidential election represents a major split. Side effects of unorthodox economics crucial for voters Repeated periods of market turmoil have led investors to leave Turkey Economists recognize that a…
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US retail sales fall after hefty gains; labor market still tight
Retail sales fell 0.6% in November Core sales down 0.2%; October sales have been revised lower Weekly jobless claims fall by 20,000 to 211,000 WASHINGTON, Dec. 15 (Reuters) – US…
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