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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