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UNESCO sees increasing conflict between governments and corporations regarding Africa's natural resources.
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The Dow soared over 160 points Friday after China announced a surprise rate cut and Europe stepped up stimulus measures.
China Surprises With Interest Rate Cut To Spur Growth
A few weeks ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping had assured global business leaders that the risks faced by China's economy were "not so scary."
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Best Buy's Q3 Earnings Far Exceed Expectations
The electronics retailer reported an increase in sales, surprising analysts who predicted a drop.
UK Challenge To EU Cap On Bankers' Bonuses Rejected By EU Court's Advocate General In Huge Blow
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Global Shares Punctured By Two-Pronged China, Europe Slowdown
Data showed factory output contracted in the world's second-biggest economy for the first time in six months.
RBS Fined $88M For 2012 IT System Crash
The regulator said it had handed out the fine for "inadequate systems and controls" at the bank.
Fed Focused On Sunny Side, Downplayed Global Woes In October
Major central banks throughout the world are facing a similar dilemma over inflation.
Boeing Loses Big As Delta Orders 50 Airbus Jets To Renew Long-Range Fleet
A hotly contested race for a big airplane order ends in victory for Europe over the U.S.
SEC Adopts New Rules To Reduce System Glitches On Nasdaq, NYSE
The new rules will be rolled out over the next year.
Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 Mixed Ahead Of Minutes From FOMC's October Meeting
The Federal Reserve is scheduled to release the latest minutes from the FOMC's October meeting on Wednesday at 2 p.m. EST.
Dollar General May Have To Shut More Than 4,000 Stores: NY Post
Dollar General has agreed to sell up to 1,500 stores as part of its $9.1 billion offer.
BOJ Stands Pat Despite Grim GDP, Focus On Kuroda's View On Tax Delay
On Monday, data showed that the world's third-largest economy unexpectedly slipped into recession in the third quarter.
Black Friday 2014: Why Most Americans Won’t Shop On Black Friday Or Cyber Monday
Only one in four Americans anticipate making an online purchase on Cyber Monday in 2014, according to a new report from Bankrate.com.
Chocolate Crisis: The World Is Running Out Of Cocoa
The world eats more cocoa than farmers produce, according to top chocolate makers.
Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 Close At Record Highs Ahead Of BOJ Meeting
The Dow, S&P 500 hit record closing highs Tuesday ahead of the Bank of Japan's monetary policy statement.
Japan's Recession Will Raise Some Prices In US, But It Could Hurt China Even More
Japan’s recession will affect how much Americans pay for Japanese technology products and automobiles, but it could hurt China more.
New Jersey Doctor's Bribery Case Offers Window Into Growing Health Care Fraud
As U.S. health care fraud grows, one New Jersey doctor admits to his part in $100 million bribery scheme.
Unusual Quirk Tied To Strong Rise In US Wholesale Inflation
Wholesale costs in the U.S. unexpectedly rose last month, but the surprise jump could be tied to an unusual quirk.
Bob Marley To Endorse Global Marijuana Brand: Marley Natural
Bob Marley's family is venturing into the hazy marijuana market, lending the music icon's name to the Marley Natural cannabis company.
Japan Recession 2014: How A Graying Population Impacts Asian Economies
An aging population could be part of the reason monetary stimulus has been so ineffective in Japan.
S&P 500 Hits Intraday Record As Producer Price Index Unexpectedly Jumps In October
Data released Tuesday showed an unexpected rise in producer prices last month, propelled by a rise in prices in the services sector.
Europe Olive Oil Crisis: 2014 Harvest ‘Worst Year In Memory,’ Drives Up Costs
Europe’s olive harvest was hit hard this year by bad weather and blight, which will likely lead to higher prices for some olive oils.
Iran Uses China Bank To Transfer Funds To Quds-Linked Companies: Report
Washington designated the Quds a supporter of terrorism in 2007. The European Union sanctioned them in 2011.
Seven Big US Companies Paid CEOs More Than Uncle Sam In 2013: Study
The CEOs at each of the seven companies last year was paid an average of $17.3 million, said the study.
India To Take Imminent Steps To Curb Gold Imports: Source
Gold imports into India, the world's No. 2 gold consumer behind China, surged nearly fourfold in October to $4.18 billion from a year ago.
How To Bid On The Government's Dirty Bitcoins: US Marshals Auctioning $19M Worth
The bitcoins formerly belonged to "Dread Pirate Roberts," the man accused of operating Silk Road.
Snapchat Unveils Snapcash: With Square Payments, App Now Offers Free Digital Transfers
Snapcash, as its called, allows users to send money to friends, much like the payments company Square’s own app, Square Cash.
Colorado Debates Ban On Edible Marijuana Products
Authorities are worried kids might accidentally eat the wrong treats.
Why Samsung's Move To Build Smartphones In Vietnam Will Help It Better Compete In China
To compete with low-cost smartphones in China, Samsung is learning it has to move operations to Vietnam.
Another Global Financial Crisis? UK Prime Minister David Cameron Warns Of ‘Possible Third Recession’
The British prime minister sees a “dangerous backdrop of instability" that could lead to another global recession.
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