Asian Markets Gain On Stimulus Measure Hopes
Asian markets rose Thursday amid hopes that central banks all over the world would soon announce stimulus measures to tackle the weakening global economy.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un's 'Mystery Woman' Is His Wife
After speculation regarding the "mystery woman" seen in recent pictures with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, state TV reports have confirmed that the woman is Kim's wife, "comrade Ri Sol Ju." While state media has announced Ri's identity, it has released no other details about Ri or her marriage with Kim, including when the two wed.
Asian Stocks Fall As Euro Zone Concerns Deepen
Most Asian markets fell Wednesday as investors continued to worry that the debt crisis faced by the euro zone would weigh down the global economic condition.
Asian Markets Fall As Euro Zone Worries Persist
Most Asian markets fell Tuesday as investor sentiment was dragged down by the continuing concerns over the debt burden lingering over the euro zone.
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Asian Stocks Rise On China Stimulus Measure Hopes
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Asian Stocks Mixed On Weak China Economic Data
Asian markets were mixed Friday as investor remained watchful as China’s economy continued to slowdown indicating that the global economic condition is worsening.
Asian Stock Markets Fall On Slowdown Fears
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Bank of South Korea Unexpectedly Cuts Interest Rate To 3%
South Korea's central bank cut the interest rate Thursday for the first time in over three years in a move to stimulate the faltering economic growth of the country.
Asian Stocks Fall On Global Economic Growth Worries
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