IMF's Christine Lagarde urges global action as G7 meet

Christine Lagarde: "Strong fiscal consolidation is essential to restore debt sustainability"  International Monetary Fund chief Christine...

Read More

10:26 AM | 0 comments

Bank shares lead falls on US and European stock markets

Sharp falls in banking shares, notably in France, have led stock markets lower as concerns continue about the strength of the world economy. The US Dow Jones index ended 2.7% down, after a dismal showing in Europe, where Frankfurt's Dax fell 4% and...

Read More

10:05 AM | 0 comments

Juergen Stark in surprise resignation from ECB

European Central Bank chief economist Juergen Stark has resigned amid speculation of conflicts within the ECB over its bond-buying programme. The...

Read More

1:48 AM | 0 comments

G8 pledges $38bn to Arab states as IMF recognises Libya

Finance ministers from the G8 group of industrialised countries have pledged nearly $40bn (£25bn) to several Arab countries to help with reconstruction...

Read More

1:39 AM | 0 comments

Greek PM vows cuts as protesters clash with police

Fires were started during the protests The Greek prime minister has vowed to press ahead with deep spending cuts, in his annual speech on the...

Read More

1:35 AM | 0 comments

Cameron rejects Russia security call over Litvinenko

David Cameron: "The fact is the two governments don't agree on Litvinenko" David Cameron has rejected a call by Russia to restore links with...

Read More

1:26 AM | 0 comments

Suzuki seeks end to Volkswagen alliance

Suzuki struck an engine deal with Italian carmaker Fiat in June for its cars built in Hungary Suzuki Motor is seeking an end to its partnership...

Read More

1:17 AM | 0 comments

Japan names Yukio Edano trade minister

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda has appointed Yukio Edano as trade minister, reports say, after the abrupt resignation of the previous...

Read More

1:13 AM | 0 comments

Frankfurt motor show: Carmakers fear sales might weaken

Carmakers are offering smaller, more frugal cars than those they used to sell before the downturn The world's leading carmakers will be showing...

Read More

1:01 AM | 0 comments

Global stock markets down on debt fears as euro falls

US shares staged a late recovery on Monday to post only their second positive close of the month. Earlier, European and Asian markets fell on fears that Greece may default. A series of news reports that Germany may be preparing for an "orderly default"...

Read More

12:51 AM | 0 comments

Chinese imports at record high as trade surplus narrows

China has been trying to rebalance its export dependent economy to sustain growth China's imports hit a record monthly high in August, indicating...

Read More

12:39 AM | 0 comments

Rock veterans win copyright fight

Sir Cliff Richard was at the forefront of the campaign to extend copyright Musicians are set to receive royalties from sales and airplay...

Read More

12:29 AM | 0 comments

Saab faces unions' bankruptcy action

Victor Muller could be losing his battle to save Saab Two Swedish unions have applied for Saab to be declared bankrupt because the troubled...

Read More

12:16 AM | 0 comments

13 September 2011 Last updated at 05:11 GMT Share this pageEmail Print Share this page 66ShareFacebookTwitter.Rugby World Cup to boost New Zealand economy by $1.2bn

Visiting teams and fans are expected to boost the local tourism industry The Rugby World Cup will boost New Zealand's economy by as much as...

Read More

12:09 AM | 0 comments

Bank of America plans to cut about 30,000 jobs

Bank of America is to cut 30,000 jobs over the next few years as part of a cost-cutting programme. The cuts represent about 10% of the company's...

Read More

12:04 AM | 0 comments

Italian government 'in bond buying talks with China'

Italy's ruling coalition has struggled to implement austerity measures to calm the markets China's largest sovereign wealth fund is considering...

Read More

11:57 PM | 0 comments

Noda unveils Japan cabinet as he seeks to boost growth

Japan's new Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda has unveiled his cabinet, which will be charged with rebuilding the country and boosting growth. Japan has...

Read More

3:18 PM | 0 comments

New York Mets and David Einhorn end investment talks

Famous US baseball team the New York Mets have ended talks with hedge fund manager David Einhorn about a possible funding of $200m (£124m) in the club. Mr...

Read More

3:14 PM | 0 comments

London Stock Exchange in talks to buy LCH.Clearnet

The London Stock Exchange (LSE) has said it is in early talks to buy Europe's last remaining independent clearing house. LCH.Clearnet helps settle financial...

Read More

3:03 PM | 0 comments

Japanese businesses cut investment amid growth concerns

Japanese firms cut their investment in business expansion during the second quarter, indicating continued fears about Japan's economic growth. Companies...

Read More

3:00 PM | 0 comments

EU steps up Syria sanctions with ban on oil imports

The EU has stepped up sanctions on Syria by banning imports of its oil, as protests again broke out against the rule of President Bashar al-Assad. Oil...

Read More

2:56 PM | 0 comments

US economy: No new jobs added in August

The August number was much worse than had been expected - the predicted figure was an addition of about 70,000 new jobs. The unemployment rate remained...

Read More

2:44 PM | 0 comments

BP sued by Halliburton over Gulf oil disaster

US energy services giant Halliburton is suing BP for defamation and negligent misrepresentation over the disastrous 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Halliburton...

Read More

2:31 PM | 0 comments

US regulator to sue banks over subprime mortgage losses

US authorities are to sue 17 major banks for losses on mortgage-backed investments that cost taxpayers tens of billions of dollars. The Federal Housing...

Read More

2:29 PM | 0 comments

US and European stock markets fall on weak US jobs data

Stock markets have fallen sharply as weak US jobs data added to fears of a new global economic downturn. Wall Street was hit hard, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq indexes down more than 2%. Earlier, European stocks closed lower as the...

Read More

2:25 PM | 0 comments

ECB chief Trichet warns Italy to stick with austerity

Italy has received a stern warning from the head of the European Central Bank to stick to its austerity plan after it failed to pass key measures. Jean-Claude...

Read More

2:21 PM | 0 comments

James Murdoch declines $6m bonus over NoW controversy

News International boss James Murdoch has declined a $6m (£3.7m) bonus, citing the "current controversy" over phone hacking at the News of the World. His...

Read More

2:18 PM | 0 comments

How to Dress Business Casual - Women

Women can often get away with a wider range of attire than men, because let's face it, guys can't wear skirts or dresses. The rule of thumb is...

Read More

1:25 PM | 0 comments

Redheads: They don’t play by the same rules as you and I (35 Photos)

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 ...

Read More

6:45 AM | 0 comments