TOKYO/ BEIJING, Dec. 3, 2008 (Reuters) — Central banks in Europe are poised to slash interest rates on Thursday to try to contain a global economic slump that appears to be spreading faster than policy makers in the industrialized countries had anticipated. ... > full story
SINGAPORE, Dec. 3, 2008 (Reuters) — Oil fell below $46 a barrel to near four-year lows on Thursday, extending four consecutive days of falls as continued demand worries minimized bullish draws in U.S. oil stocks. ... > full story
CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2008 (Reuters) — President-elect Barack Obama said on Wednesday struggling automakers have put forward a "more serious" restructuring proposal to Congress but withheld judgment on the plans until hearings are held. ... > full story
NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2008 (Reuters) — Stocks rose for a second day on Wednesday as investors flocked to shares of Coke and other companies that hold up well in recessions following another round of disappointing economic data and corporate outlooks. ... > full story
LONDON, Nov. 25, 2008 (Reuters) — European stocks fell more than 1 percent on Tuesday and the low-yielding yen rose broadly as euphoria surrounding the U.S. rescue of Citigroup gave way to concerns about sharply deteriorating major economies. ... > full story
NEW YORK, Nov. 24, 2008 (Reuters) — The U.S. rescued Citigroup Inc, agreeing to shoulder most losses on about $306 billion of the bank's risky assets, and inject new capital, bolstering investor hopes that the government will support big banks as the economy sinks into recession. ... > full story
LIMA, Nov. 24, 2008 (Reuters) — The United States, China, Japan and 18 other economies in Asia and the Americas promised fast and decisive action on Sunday to prevent a severe global economic downturn. ... > full story
LONDON, Nov. 24, 2008 (Reuters) — World stocks rebounded on Monday from last week's 5-1/2 year low after the U.S. government unveiled a $300 billion-plus rescue package for banking giant Citigroup, while oil slipped again on demand concerns. ... > full story
LIMA, Nov. 22, 2008 (Reuters) — U.S. President George W. Bush preached a message of "free markets, free trade and free people" on Saturday at his last international summit, pledging to use his remaining time in office to work toward a successful conclusion of a global trade deal. ... > full story
LONDON, Nov. 22, 2008 (Reuters) — President-elect Barack Obama said on Saturday he was crafting a two-year plan to fight an economic crisis of "historic proportions" and Chinese leader Hu Jintao said his country was ready to play a big role in the global effort. ... > full story
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Idaho names Lane Packwood economic development administrator Dec. 3, 2008 (Idaho Business Review) — The Idaho Department of Commerce has hired Lane Packwood as administrator for its Economic Development Division.. . Packwood has been a full-time ...
Guests for the Sunday TV news shows Nov. 24, 2008 (Press of Atlantic City) — Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:---ABC's "This Week" - David Axelrod, senior adviser to President-elect Barack Obama; Sens. Chuck ...
Global unemployed to rise by 20 million Nov. 22, 2008 (New Zealand Herald) — Unemployment worldwide is expected to rise by 20 million, as a result of the global financial crisis. . . The United Nations International Labour ...
Key meets Latin leaders Nov. 22, 2008 (TVNZ.co.nz) — APEC leaders are discussing food and energy security on Sunday.. . Prime Minister John Key has held bilateral meetings with the Chilean president ...
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