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01 Jul 2010
• Malaysia's Petronas sees profits sink 23%
• Indonesia inflation hits year-high
• Japan's business confidence continues growth
• US House passes historic Wall Street overhaul
• Dollar dips against euro, yen
• Wall Street slumps on jobless, eurozone debt concerns
• Moody's puts Spain 'on review' for downgrade
• Agricultural Bank of China launches world's biggest IPO


30 Jun 2010
• Property auction market up 20% in H1
• Singapore stock market expected to be volatile for rest of year
• Analysts expect Hang Seng Index to rebound in second half of the year
• Eurozone banks surprise markets with lower cash bids
• Asian shares tumble on global economy fears
• US lawmakers scrap bank tax from finance bill
• Total private sector wages fall 0.4% in 2009
• US dollar up against euro as investors flee risky assets
• US stocks tumble on economic recovery fears
• Oil prices plunge as economic recovery fears rise
• US consumer confidence declines sharply
• Obama: US economy 'strengthening' despite weak data


29 Jun 2010
• European debt worries drive dollar higher against euro
• US stocks dip after consumer spending, income data fall in line with market expectations
• US consumer spending creeps higher as saving rises


28 Jun 2010
• Obama challenges China on G20 stage
• Chinese President hits out at 'all forms' of protectionism


27 Jun 2010
• G20 split over recovery plan
• Goldman Sachs ordered to pay hedge fund creditors


26 Jun 2010
• Obama urges final passage of Wall Street reform
• G8 meets as US pushes Europe on economic growth
• Chastened Wall Street braces for mediocre jobs report
• G8 leaders concerned over rising unemployment
• US stocks mixed after financial reform bill, GDP data
• G8 meets as US pushes Europe on economic growth


25 Jun 2010
• US first-quarter GDP growth cut to 2.7%
• BP shares plunge near 14-year low on oil spill liabilities
• US lawmakers reach deal on Wall Street reforms
• Asian markets extend losses after Wall Street's fall
• Bank of England warns of eurozone debt crisis dangers
• US lawmakers race to secure Wall Street reforms
• US stocks dive as recovery jitters reign
• Oil prices edge higher amid demand worries


24 Jun 2010
• US jobless claims fall
• Japan finance minister to push for tax on rich
• German finance minister warns of debt addictions
• G20 in Canada to warn of 'uneven and fragile' recovery
• Dollar falls on Federal Reserve pessimism
• US stocks mixed after home sales fall, dim Fed outlook
• Fed holds low rates, says economic recovery continues


23 Jun 2010
• China's yuan move will impact US economy
• Thousands stranded by Greek port blockade
• Asian stocks mostly down on Wall Street's fall
• Fed set to hold low rates as US economy struggles
• Asian stocks follow Wall Street down on poor US homes data
• US urges 'vigorous implementation' of yuan plan
• Asian markets weaker dragged by Wall Street losses
• Economic recovery worries drive dollar higher
• US economy still in 'difficult period': Geithner


22 Jun 2010
• Singdollar expected to rise in tandem with Chinese yuan by year end: OCBC
• Real estate players say eye on cashflow important
• Most Asian shares down as traders sell off gains
• Moderate risk of property bubble in Asia: Moody's
• More Singaporeans are staying single
• Fed set to hold low rates as economy struggles
• UK braces for heavy cuts in emergency budget
• Wall Street yuan rally fades
• Merkel defends savings plan after Obama's letter
• Oil prices rise on China's currency move


21 Jun 2010
• Oil prices rally after Chinese move on yuan
• US lashes out at BP as Gulf oil spill reaches two-month mark
• Fed likely to hold rates to support fragile recovery
• Britain facing biggest budget cuts in decades


19 Jun 2010
• Apple shares hit all-time high of US$275
• Dollar flat as traders eye Fed Reserve and G20 meetings
• US stocks tick higher in lacklustre trade


18 Jun 2010
• Santander bank bids for Royal Bank of Scotland branches
• Oil prices mixed on disappointing US economic data
• Key US economic index shows slower recovery


17 Jun 2010
• US jobless claims in surprise rise
• IMF visit fuels speculation on Spain bailout
• US stocks end nearly flat on mixed news


16 Jun 2010
• US industrial output rises 1.2% in May
• Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to exit stock market
• Singapore shares rise on Wall Street's overnight rally
• Asian shares rise after Wall Street's rally
• Asian stocks higher as Wall Street rallies
• Oil prices rally as recovery hope rises


15 Jun 2010
• Junk status for Greek debt is low blow: press
• S'pore ranked 4th in survey of consumers planning trips abroad
• Dollar slips against euro as economic hopes rise
• Late sell-off sends Dow index into the red


14 Jun 2010
• Asian stocks rise on upbeat US, Japan surveys
• S'pore ranked 9th most expensive location in Asia to live
• Spain admits economic recovery will be slow


12 Jun 2010
• BP to 'suspend dividend' as liability soars
• BP to 'suspend dividend' as liability soars
• US stocks rebound in late-session rally
• Oil prices slip as plunge in US retail sales trigger fears
• Dell shares up slightly after revealing fraud probe


11 Jun 2010
• Analysts expect euro to continue to depreciate
• EU instability 'greatest threat' to recovery, says Clegg
• Wall Street rally pushes Asian markets higher
• Asian stocks higher with Wall Street's rise
• US stocks sizzle on upbeat economic outlook
• SEC approves circuit-breaker rules for US stocks trading
• US trade gap widens as Chinese imports surge
• Western banks need to re-brand in order to regain consumer confidence


10 Jun 2010
• China's exports jumped 48.5% on-year in May
• Japan's growth data, Fed's comments lift Asian stocks
• Global growth could slow to 2% this year: World Bank
• Japan's Q1 annualised growth revised up to 5%
• Dollar dips against euro ahead of ECB meeting
• Oil prices jump on rising recovery hopes
• US economy will 'take time to repair': Volcker


09 Jun 2010
• Correction expected in Singapore's property market: industry players
• Japan finance chief won't pressure central bank
• Singapore stocks close flat
• Hungary exits recession in first quarter
• China approves mega IPO of Agricultural Bank
• Finnish economy slips back to recession
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• Bank of England keeps 0.5% interest rate despite high inflation
• US dollar falls versus shaky euro
• Oil prices up on new supply, demand calculus
• Dow jumps after Bernanke's upbeat comments


08 Jun 2010
• Tesco chief to retire after 14 years at top
• France's ailing Le Monde newspaper seeks saviour
• Asian markets pick up on bargain-hunting
• US dollar firms against euro
• Euro finance chiefs sign deal for bailout fund
• US stocks tumble to 2010 lowest levels


07 Jun 2010
• No reason for concern over Hungary: IMF chief
• Asia stocks, euro drop on US data, Hungary fears


06 Jun 2010
• NTUC to give out S$1.5m worth of discount vouchers


05 Jun 2010
• G20 vows to mend budgets, shies away from bank tax
• US job report sparks Wall Street worry, global recovery fears
• Dow hits four-month low on weak jobs report
• Oil falls three dollars on weak euro, US jobs report
• Euro slumps under 1.20 dollars for first time in four years
• Toyota slashed director pay by 11% in fiscal 2009
• Australia-China trade to top 100 billion dollars


04 Jun 2010
• Equities and euro slump on US jobs data, contagion fears
• Demand for Asian high-yield bonds expected to rise: analysts
• Singapore shares end firmer in thin trade
• Asian stocks end down ahead of key US jobs data
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• Most Asian shares higher, close watch on Japan's new PM & US job data
• US stocks claw out gains ahead of May jobs report


03 Jun 2010
• US factory orders slow in April
• US service sector expands for fifth straight month
• US economy adds 55,000 private sector jobs in May
• Singapore shares end 2.4% higher on Wall Street cues
• Wall Street rally, weaker yen boost Asian shares
• Asian oil prices rebound as US stocks soar
• Japan stocks rise more than 3%
• NTUC looks at firms which embrace productivity and remove bottlenecks
• US debt reaches $13 trillion for first time
• US stocks end higher on housing, auto sales reports
• Oil prices edge up as Wall Street rallies
• US pending home sales rise ahead of tax credit deadline


02 Jun 2010
• Europe woes send Asian markets tumbling
• Steve Jobs champions Apple at D8 conference
• Oil prices skid on sluggish European, China data
• Europe posts record unemployment


01 Jun 2010
• China launches index for Nasdaq-style board
• Europe stocks slump, euro hits new four-year low
• BP shares plunge 15% as oil spill costs soar
• European stocks mostly slide in sluggish trade


31 May 2010
• S'pore REITs raising gearing levels to grow acquisitions
• Hennessy expects to gain market share over next decade
• Spanish economy stutters ahead in April
• Singapore shares rise on bargain hunting
• Asia stocks mixed as bargain hunters offset Euro woes
• Changi Airport Group launches shopping schemes to boost revenue
• China, HK property retains allure despite wobbles


30 May 2010
• Luxury market slowly emerges from global recession
• Unrest throws doubt on Jamaica turnaround


29 May 2010
• Unionists, employers heartened by restored civil service mid-year bonus
• Markets rattled as Fitch cuts Spain's debt rating
• Fitch cuts Spain's debt rating over weak growth prospects
• Spain worries halt rising oil prices
• OECD pledges to cut deficits, protect growth


28 May 2010
• US consumer spending flat despite rising income
• China's support for euro sparks Asian market rally
• Toyota's global April sales up 21.3% on-year
• Euro falls in Asia on profit-taking
• India IT firms back to double-digit growth
• Japan unemployment rises as prices slide
• US stocks soar after China eases euro fears
• Oil prices climb 4% as euro rebounds
• French protest as Europe implements austerity


27 May 2010
• UBS expects China to raise its interest rates in next 3 months
• Report of eurozone holdings review baseless, says China
• Euro slides as investors weigh ECB & China's stance
• Wall Street reverses massive gains on euro fears
• Oil prices jump as market panic recedes


26 May 2010
• US durable goods orders jump in April
• British economy picks up, but deficit must be tackled: OECD
• China's demand for luxury unaffected by downturn: survey
• Global Yellow Pages FY profit rose to S$16.4m
• Asian markets rebound from heavy losses
• New book on managing electronic sector during S'pore downturn
• Asian shares rebound as Wall Street confidence ups
• Euro struggles as eurozone, Korean concerns spike
• US stocks narrow losses in late rally
• IMF chief says no threat to euro system


25 May 2010
• Dow Jones index plunges over 250 points at open
• Workers, HR experts expect wage increases of 3-5%
• Yen rises amid Korea tensions, eurozone worries
• British economy grows 0.3% in first quarter
• Asia markets fall on Europe debt fears
• Oil prices close mixed on eurozone jitters


24 May 2010
• World economic recovery "needs lower oil prices"
• US existing home sales surge 7.6% in April
• Asian stocks higher on bargain hunting, Wall Street rally
• Hong Kong, Shanghai stocks boosted by China credit hopes
• Rio calls Australia mining tax 'sovereign risk'
• Big business seeking to weaken finance reforms: Obama


23 May 2010
• Britain to unveil huge spending cut plans
• Clinton calls for fair trade ahead of China talks
• Wall Street braces for sweeping reforms
• Britain faces aggressive cuts in 'age of austerity': minister


22 May 2010
• Agony on Wall Street over eurozone financial crisis
• US stocks bounce back from opening losses


21 May 2010
• Eurozone fundamentals remain strong despite market sell-off: experts
• Eurozone growth slows in "worrying" development
• Singapore shares end 1.9% lower
• Germany's Q1 grows 0.2%, business confidence slips in May
• Europe finance heads mull tighter fiscal monitoring
• Bank of Japan pumps $11b into market as yen soars
• Asian stocks dip sharply amid sluggish Wall Street
• US Senate passes historic Wall Street overhaul
• Dell profit surges on revived business spending
• Dow index suffers biggest drop in more than a year
• Wall Street overhaul clears key US Senate hurdle
• Oil prices plummet to near 10-month lows
• Key US indicators point to economic recovery losing steam


20 May 2010
• New US weekly jobless claims make surprise jump
• Moody's raises outlook for S'pore banks to stable from negative
• Japan recovery accelerates, but risks remain
• Euro holds ground, shares fall in Asia
• Japanese economy surges, but risks remain
• Wall Street overhaul fails to clear US Senate hurdle
• US stocks pare losses as German rules roil investors
• Oil prices recover after hitting seven-month lows


19 May 2010
• Bank chief is Indonesia's new finance minister
• IMF urges Japan to begin reducing debt next year
• Democrats in bid to save US financial reform
• US Senate clash over Wall Street reforms
• Euro drops after German short-selling ban
• Hewlett-Packard profit surges as tech spending revives
• Euro dives to new four-year low against dollar
• Oil prices sink on rising eurozone concerns
• Eurozone inflation edges up to 1.5% in April
• Wal-Mart rings up record US$3.3b profit


18 May 2010
• Greece gets first 14.5b euros of EU rescue loans
• US housing construction picks up in April
• Oil prices expected to rise on strong demand from Middle East, Africa
• Singapore stocks close 0.38% higher
• Vodafone's profit nearly trebles to 8.6 billion pounds
• Asian stocks mostly up on bargain hunting


17 May 2010
• Britain plans emergency budget amid deficit fears
• EU loan to Greece arriving on Tuesday
• Policy actions in Europe to contain sovereign crisis, limit spillover
• Euro, shares and oil slump over Europe debt fears
• Euro hits four-year dollar low, stocks mostly fall
• Euro plunges to four-year low as debt fears weigh


15 May 2010
• European debt fears hammer US stocks
• Oil prices plunge on US supply glut, eurozone fears


14 May 2010
• US retail sales maintain growth in April
• IMF warns 'urgent' fiscal risks will hit growth
• Euro, Asian stocks fall as debt fears persist
• S'pore & Philippines to expand bilateral air transport agreement
• Japan's Shinsei Bank, Aozora scrap merger
• Wall Street stocks slump after rocky sessions
• Oil prices drop amid dollar rise, stockpile build-up


13 May 2010
• US home foreclosures drop first time in four years
• New US weekly jobless claims fall fourth week in row
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• Job adverts point to return of employer confidence in the region
• BT swings back into profit after axing 20,000 jobs
• Sony sees return to profit as restructuring pays off
• China to announce US$220m S.Africa deal, defends its Africa investments
• Wall Street jumps on positive economic news
• Oil prices mixed for second straight day
• US budget deficit wider-than-expected in April


12 May 2010
• Second Wall Street titan hit with fraud allegation
• EU commission backs Estonia's 2011 eurozone entry
• US trade deficit biggest in more than 2 years
• US worries spark calls for swift eurozone action
• US targets computer trades after stock market meltdown
• US economic worries spark calls for swift eurozone action
• US stocks stumble amid eurozone debt worries
• Oil prices mixed as eurozone, China jitters weigh


11 May 2010
• Australia set for 'responsible' budget: treasurer
• US regulators move to stop repeat of stock market free-fall
• Dollar pares losses against euro
• Wall Street bounces back on eurozone rescue action
• Oil prices rebound on eurozone rescue plan


10 May 2010
• Global recovery "better than expected", say central bankers
• Bank of England freezes rates amid political cloud
• Sales of landed homes likely to surpass 2009 numbers this year
• Toyota set to post massive annual profit: report
• Obama calls Merkel on debt crisis
• Greece warns against default as EU finance chiefs meet


09 May 2010
• Markets watch anxiously for British election outcome
• Obama 'very concerned' about Greek debt crisis


08 May 2010
• Gloom in Greece despite EU loan relief
• Euro leaders to set up urgent crisis fund
• Dollar down against euro after week of gains
• Portuguese PM slams financial speculation
• Dow closes down after day of wild swings as markets fail to regain confidence
• Goldman Sachs plans 'review' of practices: CEO
• Spain scrapes out of recession but dark clouds remain
• World leaders rush to contain Greek contagion


07 May 2010
• US probes shock share plunge after market panic
• British pound slammed by unclear election result
• L'Occitane debuts on Hong Kong bourse
• Global stocks drop as US probes shock Wall Street plunge
• G7 ministers to hold crisis conference
• European stocks dive at open after Wall Street slump
• Dollar soars amid investor panic
• Germany reveals 40-billion-euro tax hole
• Australia endorses study into India trade pact
• Reforms in doubt as Indonesia loses finance star


06 May 2010
• Deadly riots shake Greece
• NTUC's social enterprises contribute S$107m in 2009 to help workers
• Dollar hits fresh highs as euro debt crisis turns fatal


05 May 2010
• Spain in eye of storm on Greek contagion fears
• Oil prices slump by US$2.56 a barrel
• Eurozone economy set to grow 0.9% in 2010: EU
• Asian markets hammered by fears over Greek debt crisis
• Fears over Greek debt crisis hammer markets and euro
• Indonesian finance minister resigns to join World Bank
• Asian stocks down as Wall Street slide
• Avatar, newspaper ad recovery boost News Corp
• News Corp. net profit down but beats expectations
• Oil prices slump as dollar strengthens


04 May 2010
• Europe mobilises to get aid to Greece


03 May 2010
• Greece rushes austerity cuts as anger builds
• Property agents see rising interest in selling homes near the Circle Line
• Euro, Asian stocks tumble on Greek bailout doubts
• United, Continental to announce merger plans: US media
• Europe approves giant Greece bailout


02 May 2010
• Greece to unveil new austerity cuts for bailout


01 May 2010
• Fraud fallout, oil spill send US stocks plummeting
• Signs of US recovery send oil prices higher
• Obama says US economic heartbeat 'growing stronger'


30 Apr 2010
• US economy grew 3.2% in first quarter
• Asian markets rally as Greek bailout nears
• Japan data shows mixed signs for recovery
• Spanish jobless rate tops 20%, adds to debt worries
• Bank of Japan keeps key rate unchanged
• Oil prices extend gains in Asian trade, stay above 85 dollars
• Obama moves to put stamp on Federal Reserve
• Goldman Sachs under criminal investigation: WSJ
• US markets rally on bullish review of earnings
• Oil prices jump on weak dollar and easing Greek crisis


29 Apr 2010
• Automotive outfitter Jackspeed affected by economic downturn, posts losses
• Impact and scale of NTUC's social enterprises to be expanded: Mah Bow Tan
• Spanish debt downgrade weighs on euro, Asian stocks mixed
• Russia cuts key interest rate to historic low of 8.0%
• Singapore shares close slightly higher
• Europe debt crisis deepens after Spain downgrade
• Singapore shares rebound from 2% fall
• US Senate breaks logjam on Wall Street overhaul
• US stocks claw back from heavy losses
• Oil prices up after US stock report
• Spain appeals for calm after debt downgrade


28 Apr 2010
• World financial markets hit by Greece junk downgrade
• easyGroup looking for franchisees to expand brands in parts of Asia
• China denies imposing moratorium on share shares by property firms
• Greek downgrade sends shockwaves through Asia
• EU calls crisis summit as Greece credit rating junked
• Goldman denies betting against clients in Senate grilling
• Be a Cheaper, Better and Faster economy to compete says Labour chief
• US Republicans again thwart Wall Street overhaul
• Greece reaches for bailout after 'junk' credit downgrade
• Asian stocks dive on Greek woes
• US shares struggle as Wall Street mulls Greek woes
• US Fed opens two-day session likely to hold rates
• US senators grill Goldman execs on meltdown role
• Blow for Porsche as all Panameras recalled


27 Apr 2010
• Mitsubishi returns to profit, announces Peugeot tie-up
• US Fed expected to hold low interest rates
• Goldman boss denies betting on housing collapse
• Wall Street overhaul bill stalls in US Senate
• Dow keeps momentum from eight-week rally
• Greece pledges fresh cuts after EU-IMF talks


26 Apr 2010
• Goldman Sachs hits back at mortgage profit allegations


23 Apr 2010
• Obama seeks to close deal on financial reform
• Microsoft quarterly net profit up 35%
• Amazon net profit up 68%, beats expectations
• Earnings trump market doubts as US stocks edge higher
• Oil prices mixed on weak US demand
• Obama says US economy doomed without finance reform
• World's finance ministers meet amid eurozone debt cloud


22 Apr 2010
• JAL chief refuses to impose more job cuts
• G20 underscores need for job growth
• US Senate panel approves derivatives rules
• Earnings send Dow higher as S&P lags
• Morgan Stanley posts strong first quarter profit
• SGX's poll voting system praised in GTI report


21 Apr 2010
• Volcano chaos a 'nightmare' for Malaysian economy
• SGX proposal aims to increase liquidity in stock market
• US gaming mogul to build new Macau casino
• US corporate figures boost Asian markets
• Currency markets mixed as fears keep rallies in check
• Financial stocks lead Dow higher
• Oil prices rebound on renewed optimism


20 Apr 2010
• Goldman Sachs posts soaring US$3.46b first quarter profit
• British financial watchdog launches Goldman Sachs probe
• AIG considers action on Goldman: report
• Asian stocks up on Wall Street gains
• US stocks mixed amid Goldman Sachs' jitters
• Six Taiwan banks apply to open branches in China
• IBM raises annual outlook
• Oil prices tumble on Goldman, flight cancellations worries


19 Apr 2010
• SIA facing US$7m-9m losses a day due to grounded aircraft
• Citigroup posts US$4.4b profit in first quarter
• Global economic recovery better than expected, says SM Goh
• Goldman Sachs fraud charges hit Asian stocks
• Asian stocks slip on Goldman fraud charges
• EU calls for closer monetary alignment with Asia
• Volcano cloud pushes European airlines to the brink: analysts


18 Apr 2010
• EU probes economic fallout from travel chaos
• Asian currencies to gain from yuan revaluation: analysts
• Wall Street to be driven by tech, financial sectors


17 Apr 2010
• Obama promises to move forward on Wall Street reform
• Goldman fraud charges trigger prospect of wider crackdown
• Oil prices tumble on dip in US consumer sentiment index
• Goldman Sachs' fraud charge sends US stocks plummeting
• Goldman accused of fraud linked to mortgage crisis


16 Apr 2010
• Taiwan to create 137,000 jobs this year
• Euro sinks as market bets Greece will seek bailout
• US stocks rebound despite jobless claims, Greek woes
• Oil prices mixed as market digests US economic data


15 Apr 2010
• Malaysian economy expected to expand 5.2% in 2010
• Citing heavy US demand, Apple delays iPad worldwide release
• Dollar down against euro on risk-driven trade
• US stocks rally on solid earnings
• Oil prices rally after surprise US inventory data
• US economy slowly recovering but labour market weak, says Beige Book
• IMF sees high unemployment in developed world to end 2011
• US consumer spending rises a robust 1.6% in March


14 Apr 2010
• Starbucks planning huge expansion in Asia
• Plans to stave off foreclosures too slow: US lawmakers
• Singapore to grow up to 9.0% in 2010
• Intel net profit up nearly four-fold
• US stocks overcome early losses to finish above 11,000


13 Apr 2010
• Profit-taking, new euro fears push Asian markets lower
• Dow closes above 11,000 for first time in 18 months


12 Apr 2010
• US economy remains in recession, says NBER
• Thai stocks plunge after deadly Bangkok clashes


11 Apr 2010
• Companies which do well urged to recognise workers' contributions
• It is healthy that there's political contest in S'pore: Ng Eng Hen
• Wall Street bulls ride high into earnings season


10 Apr 2010
• IMF, Iceland reach deal on US$159m loan payment
• Oil prices mixed ahead of earnings season
• US stocks end on upbeat; Dow hits intraday 11,000


09 Apr 2010
• US banks understate debt, masking risk
• Singapore shares end week slightly higher
• US stocks rebound on hearty March retail sales


08 Apr 2010
• New weekly US jobs claims post surprise rise
• Singapore stocks close 0.83% lower
• Health Minister expresses alarm at new oral forms of tobacco
• Singapore shares down early Thursday
• United Airlines and US Airways in merger talks
• US stocks end lower amid rising economic concerns


07 Apr 2010
• Auto giants launch new tie-up
• Singapore shares flat early Tuesday
• US stocks mixed on profit-taking
• Oil price tops US$87 in New York


06 Apr 2010
• S'pore's strengths in modern services can complement Guangxi's growth
• Singapore shares open 0.23% higher
• US dollar down as market confidence grows
• US stocks rally on positive economic news
• Apple sells over 300,000 iPads on first day
• Oil price soars as recovery accelerates


05 Apr 2010
• Singapore shares kick off week positive


04 Apr 2010
• White House cautious over taming US joblessness
• Stung by costly loans, Greece doubts EU debt plan


03 Apr 2010
• Iranian firm got parts to enrich uranium: report
• New York property market bouncing back


02 Apr 2010
• US stocks cheer signs of recovery


01 Apr 2010
• Asia Pacific's petrochem sector likely to see a strong recovery only from 2012
• US jobless claims drop to year's low
• US stocks sink after negative jobs report


31 Mar 2010
• Eurozone unemployment hits record 10%
• Failing US banks must fear government closure: Obama adviser
• US stocks edge mostly higher after housing, consumer data


30 Mar 2010
• US consumer confidence rebounds
• Britain emerges from recession with new growth upgrade
• Aer Lingus outlook uncertain as losses deepen
• Singapore stocks close 0.2% higher
• Nissan to sell Leaf electric car in Japan from December
• Malaysia announces bold economic reform plans
• Time is ripe for China to revalue yuan: World Bank chief
• Dollar dips amid rising risk appetite
• Exxon, Boeing lead US stocks higher
• Oil prices rally as dollar weakens


29 Mar 2010
• US consumer spending, income remain sluggish
• Asian stocks mostly lower
• Targeting top bankers' pay won't bridge inequalities


28 Mar 2010
• Unemployment report to weigh on US stocks


27 Mar 2010
• Greece to launch bond issue next week: report
• Oil prices dip on US growth data
• US stocks end mixed after Korean tensions


26 Mar 2010
• US fourth quarter growth revised down to 5.6%
• Singapore's manufacturing output up 19.1% on-year in Feb
• Dollar hits fresh highs against euro
• Wall Street sees late sell-off on eurozone jitters


25 Mar 2010
• Weekly US jobless claims dip
• Singapore shares close flat
• Britain hits rich in pre-election budget
• Fears over eurozone debt push US stocks lower
• Oil prices drop as dollar surges


24 Mar 2010
• British pre-election budget slashes debt, growth forecasts
• US durable goods orders grow for third month
• Japan's exports log fastest rise in 30 years
• US orders 15% pay cut for bosses at AIG, GM, Chrysler


23 Mar 2010
• US existing home sales dip for third month
• Keeping renminbi weak could hurt Chinese consumer: Capital Economics
• Asian stocks mostly up in early trading on Wall Street gains
• Dollar slips after US health-care reform bill passes
• Greek crisis may hit US economy: Fed regional chief
• Health care stocks give Wall Street shot in the arm


22 Mar 2010
• Analysts optimistic about Thailand's economy, despite political unrest
• Asian shares lower on Indian rate move
• British recovery weak as stimulus ends


21 Mar 2010
• Australia downplays prospect of budget surplus within a year
• Healthcare industry offers over 1,100 jobs at Healthcare Career Fair
• Britain facing tough pre-election budget


20 Mar 2010
• Greek woes send US dollar skyward
• US stocks fall after India's surprise rate hike


19 Mar 2010
• US consumer prices flat in February
• US key indicators point to slower economic growth


18 Mar 2010
• Israeli drugmaker Teva makes major move on Europe
• Macau casino mogul denies triad links
• Weekly US jobless claims down
• Obama calls for more job creation
• Dollar recovers as markets look past Fed decision
• US stocks climb on tame inflation, low-rate outlook
• US wholesale prices drop sharply
• Oil prices climb on back of OPEC output freeze
• Forcing China to revalue currency may boomerang: analysts
• Watchmakers go back to basics as 'extravagance' ends


17 Mar 2010
• OPEC holds oil output steady
• Zara owner posts profit rise on strong Asia sales
• Fed's rate decision boosts Asian markets
• Siemens to cut 1,000 jobs, restructure IT unit: report
• Reliance in talks for US gasfield stake
• BoJ frees up cash in markets, keeps rate near zero
• OPEC set to maintain oil output levels
• Fed holds near-zero rates, to keep them for 'extended period'
• Geithner warns US unemployment will remain high
• Coca-Cola to build Malaysian bottling plant


16 Mar 2010
• Lehman administrator files record bankruptcy plan
• Bank of Japan starts meeting, considers fresh steps
• Rio "in talks" with Chinalco over huge Africa iron ore field
• US Fed set to hold policy meeting on rates
• OPEC members say no need to change oil output quota
• US stocks mixed on eve of Fed meeting
• Oil prices slump ahead of OPEC talks
• PM Brown blasts BA strike as airline vows to keep flying


15 Mar 2010
• US industrial output stutters amid winter storms
• Oil prices sag as focus turns to OPEC
• Singapore experiences employment growth in 2009 despite recession
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• Singapore experiences employment growth despite recession in 2009
• Singapore share prices up early Monday
• Satisfied with oil prices, OPEC to sit tight on output


13 Mar 2010
• Oil prices slip after weak US consumer confidence report


12 Mar 2010
• US retail sales unexpectedly rise 0.3% in February
• Singapore shares close 0.26% higher
• US household wealth jumps for first time since recession
• Japan PM calls for "firm steps" against strong yen
• Oil prices mixed in holding pattern


11 Mar 2010
• MOM expects number of jobs created this year to exceed that of 2009
• SKorea central bank freezes key rate for 13th month
• Japan's economic recovery slower than thought
• No hike in S&CC, say some town councils
• Wall Street up on wholesale data


10 Mar 2010
• Philippine exports fastest rise in 15 years
• Philippine exports rise at fastest pace in 15 years
• IMF to send evaluation mission to Turkey in May
• Wall Street up on rebound anniversary
• Oil prices slip on stronger dollar


09 Mar 2010
• Job prospects in S'pore to remain strong: survey
• Slight dip from Q1, but hiring outlook buoyant
• At least 2 town councils to up S&C charges
• US stocks end mixed after big rally
• Europe moves to create rescue fund
• US may raise rates within six months: survey
• MetLife to acquire AIG's ALICO unit for US$15.5b
• Dubai World "to deliver debt plan this month"


08 Mar 2010
• AIG set for US$15.5b deal with MetLife
• Japan posts current account surplus in Jan
• British economy faces 'high' risk of relapse, says business group
• IMF sees faster African recovery from economic slump


07 Mar 2010
• Japan's stimulus plan to continue
• British bank bosses shun bonuses to avoid backlash


06 Mar 2010
• Singapore's ICT sector grew despite recession in 2009
• Wall Street soars after fewer than expected job losses


05 Mar 2010
• US sheds 36,000 jobs, unemployment steady at 9.7%
• Asian REITs continued recovery in 2H 2009
• Bank of Japan to mull further credit easing


04 Mar 2010
• Bank of England holds interest rate at 0.50%
• New weekly US jobless claims fall
• Obama moves to rein in "too-big-to-fail" banks


03 Mar 2010
• US private sector sheds fewer jobs in February
• Too early to review marriage, parenthood package: DPM Wong Kan Seng
• Greater urgency to give jobs a "makeover": Halima Yacob
• Australian economy steams ahead
• BoE to remain on hold despite stronger growth: analysts
• Murdoch challenging NY Times, launching NY edition of WSJ
• Wall Street rises on corporate activity


02 Mar 2010
• Japan's jobless rate down, but Toyota woes seen as threat
• MPs raise concerns over potential fallout from increasing productivity
• Australia raises interest rates to 4%
• Singapore share prices up early Tuesday
• Japan's jobless rate falls to 4.9% in Jan
• Wall Street up on corporate optimism
• Oil prices dip after hitting 18-month high
• SM Goh says Budget 2010 a "transformational" one


01 Mar 2010
• HSBC posts profit gain, boss donates bonus to charity
• Singapore shares close up 0.8%
• Toyota's Japan monthly sales up 48%
• Merkel dismisses talk of German aid plan for Greece


27 Feb 2010
• Wall Street ekes out gains after mixed US data
• Greek PM warns on bankruptcy as crunch looms
• IMF wants new authority to supervise global financial system
• Lloyds bank suffers steep loss as bad debts soar


26 Feb 2010
• British economic growth data revised upwards
• Singapore shares close flat
• Japan output rises, deflation threatens recovery
• Dollar down slightly against euro, yen
• Wall Street hit by jobs data, Greek woes
• France Telecom reports profit slump


25 Feb 2010
• British lender RBS plans huge bonuses despite losses
• Asian shares mixed as recovery fears weigh
• Wall Street welcomes Bernanke low-rate signal
• Oil prices rise on weak dollar, mixed US energy report
• Aer Lingus plans to axe 1,100 jobs
• China passes US as top Saudi oil importer
• HK unveils Budget measures to boost recovery, cool property market


24 Feb 2010
• Bernanke sees steady recovery, expects extended low rates
• Malaysia says economy out of recession
• Spain posts 2009 budget deficit of 9.49% of GDP
• Australia, China resume trade talks after rows
• Indian budget to underline slow pace of reform
• Dollar rises against euro as risk appetite wanes
• Weak consumer confidence reading hits Wall Street
• Oil prices ease on sagging US consumer confidence
• Toyota exec apologises to Congress for safety defects
• US consumer confidence plunges 10.5 points


23 Feb 2010
• German business confidence suffers shock drop
• Toyota must do "much better" on safety, says chief
• Australia to resume free trade talks with China
• US stocks drop after solid gains past week
• Germany's Lufthansa and pilots resume talks, ending strike


22 Feb 2010
• Taiwan exits worst post-war recession
• Bargain hunting, Wall Street gains boost Asian stocks
• Overall budget deficit of S$3b expected for FY2010
• Mayhem in Germany as Lufthansa pilots strike
• RBS chief to forgo bank bonus


21 Feb 2010
• Fed chief to throw light on policy after rate hike


20 Feb 2010
• IMF provides US$3.32b loan to Romania
• US dollar drops after surging over rate increase
• US stocks extend rally with small gains
• Greece needs EU support, not bailout
• Fed signals independence by raising bank loan rate


19 Feb 2010
• German insurance giant Munich Re pulls out of Iran
• Fed hikes rate on loans to banks
• Wall Street extends rally to third day
• US leading indicators point to strengthening recovery


18 Feb 2010
• Britain slams into surprise January deficit
• Retail giant Wal-Mart sees quarterly profits up 22%
• US January wholesale prices surge on energy costs
• US new jobless claims post surprise jump
• Cautious profit taking sends Asian shares mostly lower
• Singapore shares slip 0.9%
• Oil prices extend gains after surge
• US stocks post modest rise
• British jobless claims hit highest level since 1997
• Eurozone switches into trade surplus in 2009
• Lufthansa pilots vote for crippling strikes
• Housing starts, industrial output fuel US recovery


17 Feb 2010
• Upbeat Australia launches free trade push
• Dollar tumbles as economic optimism whets risk appetite


16 Feb 2010
• Japan eclipses China as top US Treasury holder
• European stocks edge up as eurozone ministers meet


15 Feb 2010
• Japan just ahead of China as No. 2 economy in 2009


14 Feb 2010
• Singapore's first casino at Resorts World Sentosa opens its doors
• Toyota finds no problem with electronics
• Greek crisis could force change in EU economy pact


13 Feb 2010
• Belgium, Slovakia, Malta to lend to IMF
• PM Lee's LNY message emphasizes productivity goals, replacing population
• US stocks mixed as China, Greece news weighs
• Oil prices slide as US stockpiles swell
• India needs to plan exit from stimulus measures, says IMF
• Eurozone recovery stalls amid Greek rescue doubts


12 Feb 2010
• S'pore container traffic rise 18% on year in January after difficult 2009
• Art investments are attractive but only for those with cash to spare: analysts
• Dollar up against euro after vague EU Greece pledge
• Wall Street buoyed by US labour data, Greek aid plan
• Pressure mounts on Toyota head to face US Congress


11 Feb 2010
• US new jobless claims tumble
• De Beers reports dull times for diamonds
• China central bank hints at credit curbs
• NOL reports full-year loss of US$741m
• China loans soar, inflation rise eases in January
• Rio upbeat on outlook as profits soar 33%
• CapitaLand's Q4 profit jumps to S$886m
• Global Yellow Pages Q3 profit falls 45.8%
• CME to own 90% of Dow Jones joint venture
• Euro pressured, US dollar firm as EU readies Greek aid
• Oil prices rise amid US cold snap, Greek debt crisis
• Wall Street falls as markets mull Greece's bailout, Bernanke's comments


10 Feb 2010
• World faces oil supply crunch by 2015, say British business leaders
• Bernanke to explain Fed exit strategy, with caution
• Baidu profit surges nearly 50% in Q4
• US stocks rally on easing eurozone debt fears
• Malaysia's Maybank Q2 profit up 35%
• Barclays chief slams over-regulation as watchdog boss quits


09 Feb 2010
• China overtakes Germany as leading trade exporter
• US dollar firms amid eurozone debt worries
• Wall Street hammered, Dow closes below 10,000


08 Feb 2010
• Asian stocks mostly down on European debt woes
• Crisis-hit Europe seeks rebound with new economic strategy
• Singapore share prices up early Monday


07 Feb 2010
• Australia to withdraw bank funding guarantee
• Measures to encourage low-wage workers to take up training expected during Budget
• Open skies, budget travel to power Asian airlines' growth


06 Feb 2010
• Obama proposes measures to shore up small businesses
• Cleaning companies report increase in spring cleaning services
• Chinese sales boosts luxury goods market in 2009
• Dollar hits new eight-month high against euro
• Wall Street ends in green after late snapback
• Oil prices extend losses on US jobs, eurozone debt jitters
• JPMorgan's chief reaps US$16m bonus
• Malaysia's exports rebound in December
• Output slump raises fear of uncertain German recovery


05 Feb 2010
• Kraft says will delist Cadbury from London stock market
• Singapore shares end 2.24% lower
• US jobs report to offer turnaround clues
• Lawmakers to tax away half of bankers' huge bonuses
• US dollar hits eight-month high against euro
• Economic fears send US stocks tumbling
• Crude oil prices tumble on euro debt, US jobs jitters


04 Feb 2010
• Shell says profits plunge in 2009, axes more jobs
• Fury heats up after new AIG bonuses
• Greece in spotlight as ECB mulls interest rates
• Cisco profit up 23%, will hire up to 3,000
• US dollar gains as market bets on turn in US payrolls
• Bernanke calls for Fed Reserve to stay independent
• US services sector makes meagre return to growth


03 Feb 2010
• Airbus expects passenger volume to recover in 2010, but orders to remain flat
• Singapore shares end higher on Wall Street's rally
• Content is 'emperor of all things electronic': Murdoch
• Bank of England to stop pumping cash
• Obama promotes employment program
• Wall Street jumps on positive earnings, home sales data
• Oil prices jump on brighter economic outlook
• Obama to highlight jobs, small business lending
• British oil giant BP swings into profit


02 Feb 2010
• Insufficient evidence to prosecute Madoff British arm
• Nomura in black for third straight quarter
• Singapore stocks end 0.56% lower
• US dollar on defensive as risk appetite rises
• Wall Street rally fuelled by ExxonMobil, manufacturing data
• ExxonMobil's Q4 profit falls 23% to US$6.05b


01 Feb 2010
• US consumer spending weaker than expected in December
• DPM Teo launches Singapore Airshow
• Education, human resources key areas for development in Oman: SM Goh


31 Jan 2010
• Greece says it has "full" EU support in debt crisis
• Davos summit ends with recovery warning after banking bust-up


30 Jan 2010
• Wall Street slumps after early growth cheers


29 Jan 2010
• Eurozone unemployment rate hits 10%
• CapitaRetail China Trust announces DPU of 8.14 cents for 2009
• Singapore shares close down 0.45%
• Deflation fears overshadow Japan recovery signs
• Kindle helps Amazon book strong Q4
• Critics, fans weigh in on Apple's iPad
• Ford posts first annual profit since 2005


28 Jan 2010
• US new jobless claims dip
• Singapore shares rebound on Wall Street's rise
• Wall Street's rise triggers rebound in Asian shares
• Obama: jobs top priority in 2010
• China's economic policies under fire from world deciders
• US dollar gets brief lift from Fed as euro dips below 1.40
• Wall Street higher after Fed maintains rates
• Fed holds steady, sees low rates for 'extended period'
• US new home sales slump to nine-month low in December


27 Jan 2010
• Bank reform battle dominates Davos summit
• Geithner says he acted properly in AIG bailout
• World leaders hold new talks on economy troubles at Davos
• Fed aims for low profile with Bernanke fate pending
• Volatile trade pushes dollar mostly higher
• With Bernanke's fate in balance, Fed to hold steady
• US consumer confidence up in January
• Geithner in hot seat over AIG before US Congress


26 Jan 2010
• Britain squeezes free of recession
• Bank of Japan holds rates steady under pressure
• Britain set for exit from record recession
• Confirmed GM chief vows to repay loans by June
• Fed chief likely to win second term
• Dollar down against euro on increasing risk appetite
• Wall Street rebounds as Bernanke prospects brighten
• Oil prices rebound after sell-off
• Whitacre confirmed GM chief; vows to repay govt by June


25 Jan 2010
• Overall customer satisfaction in Singapore creeps up in 2009
• Chinese economy heats up global crisis debate
• Singapore stocks end 0.3% lower
• Fed tipped to hold its course as clock runs on stimulus


24 Jan 2010
• Barclays Capital head criticises Obama's bank plan
• Saudis urge governments to continue spending in 2010
• Obama's plan will unlikely trouble Asia's banks, say analysts
• Britain to exit recession, but faces bleak recovery


23 Jan 2010
• Barclays staff reportedly to defer bonuses
• Dow plunges more than 200 points for second straight day
• Oil prices skid on demand jitters, US banking crackdown
• Asia-Pacific airline passengers slump 5.7% in 2009


22 Jan 2010
• CapitaMall Trust benefits from high occupancy rate in 2009
• Asia markets tumble on Obama banks crackdown
• Obama sets up tough battle with plan to curb banks
• China worries fuel rally in US dollar, yen
• Wall Street slumps on Obama's bank limit plans
• Xerox to cut 2,500 jobs
• Obama announces plan to rein in banks, finance firms


21 Jan 2010
• US leading index suggests recovery gaining traction
• Goldman Sachs profits soar in fourth quarter, full year
• US new jobless claims post biggest jump in two months
• S'pore firms see improved credit rating post crisis, says DP Information
• Obama to propose size limits for banks
• Asia markets mixed reaction on China economic data
• Ascott Residence Trust's Q4 DPU up 11%
• Outlook bright for Asian economies but UN urges caution
• Global economy to grow 2.7% in 2010, says World Bank
• Wall Street slumps on China credit squeeze, bank results
• New York Times to begin charging Web readers in 2011
• Bank of America, Morgan Stanley results disappoint


20 Jan 2010
• IMF chief says Asia may need capital controls
• Productivity slumps in eurozone, rises in US
• Hong Kong remains world's freest economy: report
• No big rise in unfair employment practices in recession
• IMF chief warns against stall in banking reform
• No big rise in unfair employment practices in recession year
• China liquidity fears unsettle investors
• Kraft wins bid for Cadbury, ending long battle
• Dollar rises against euro on Germany, Greece woes
• Corporate deals propel Wall Street
• Oil prices recover as OPEC predicts modest demand growth
• Apple shares up sharply on table computer reports
• Europe acts to police data as debt levels spiral


19 Jan 2010
• Google suspects hacking by China staff
• Kraft swallows Cadbury in multi-billion-dollar takeover
• Asia shares mixed on Japan Airlines bankruptcy news
• Citi suffers US$7.6b loss in 2009 final quarter
• Cadbury poised to join Kraft after sweetened offer
• Juncker bids to revamp eurozone governance
• European stocks close higher ahead of Cadbury update


18 Jan 2010
• Tackling government debt top priority, says IMF chief
• Japan's recovery still fragile, says finance minister
• Mazda, Ford deny plans to dismantle China venture
• What Wall Street Bonuses Mean For U.S. Housing
• Oil price drop, Wall Street hit Asian shares
• Forecasters predict decade of economic pain for Britain
• Kraft set to sweeten Cadbury takeover bid


17 Jan 2010
• Teetering JAL pins hopes on management guru
• China markets set for new phase in 2010
• British bank sector hails Obama bank levy as fair
• Hesitant Wall Street looks for more recovery evidence


16 Jan 2010
• Germany to raise 2010 growth forecast
• Britain rules out copying US bank tax plan
• Taiwan allows US$500 million Chinese capital in market
• Hershey to bid at least US$17.9b for Cadbury
• Dollar jumps against euro on safety flight
• Wall Street slips, unimpressed by earnings
• US industrial production up in December


15 Jan 2010
• US consumer prices edge up 0.1% in December
• Eurozone trade surplus falls to 4.8b euros
• JP Morgan reports US$3.27b Q4 net profit
• Global economy to grow 2.7% in 2010: Standard Chartered
• Singapore shares end flat
• Amid rage at banks, new tax proposal evokes mixed reaction
• Wall Street struggles higher despite weak US retail sales report
• Obama proposes new fee on major banking firms


14 Jan 2010
• Eurozone industrial output back in black
• US new jobless rise for second week
• Property prices in S'pore to continue to move upwards in 2010
• Australian unemployment in surprise fall
• Fitch ratings indicate caution for booming China
• Wall Street lead lifts Asia shares
• SKorea trade surplus hits record in 2009
• Eurozone crisis brews as ECB governors gather in Frankfurt
• US lawmakers set hearing on executive pay
• Wall Street shakes off earnings jitters, swings higher
• Top US bankers admit mistakes in financial crisis
• Obama to unveil bank fee to cover bailout losses


13 Jan 2010
• White House touts stimulus job impact
• ECB rates on hold as bank wrestles with Greek debt crisis
• Small cars make it big at Detroit Auto Show
• Skittish traders boost yen, dollar
• Alcoa earnings disappointment hurts Wall Street
• US central bank posts record profit of US$52.1 billion


12 Jan 2010
• Scaled-back trade financing schemes enough for most SMEs: MTI
• Japan's current account surplus up for fourth month
• Carmakers focus on India's small car market
• FEMSA shares plummet on Heineken buyout news
• Obama considers bank fee


11 Jan 2010
• World economy getting back to normal, say central bankers
• GIC booked losses for investment in New York property
• Qian Hu's Q4 net profit up 3.6% due to better sales
• Threat of protectionist tendencies to global economy lower compared to peak of recession
• Singapore shares close 0.37% higher
• Sluggish economy expected, but no double dip recession
• Taiwan central bank wants to curb China funds
• British banks to see recovery falter: survey
• Book on former Malaysian PM Mahathir flies off Singapore's shelves
• Job loss a setback, says Obama economic adviser


10 Jan 2010
• Eurozone growth, debt in focus as ECB mulls rates
• Germany needs big spending cuts to reduce deficit


09 Jan 2010
• Weak US jobs report highlights sluggish recovery
• Chavez devalues Venezuela's currency
• Schwarzenegger unveils budget cuts amid fiscal emergency
• Oil prices mixed after weak US jobs report
• US stocks gain despite disappointing jobs data


08 Jan 2010
• Unemployment hits 10% across eurozone
• Japan's Uniqlo enjoys soaring profit
• US loses 85,000 jobs in December
• China overtakes Germany as top world exporter
• Fresh caution helps dollar ahead of US jobs data
• US stocks mostly higher ahead of key unemployment data
• Malaysia's exports drop 3.3% in November


07 Jan 2010
• Bank of England keeps key rate at 0.50%
• Poor euro retail sales trigger fears of recovery rut
• New US jobless claims edge up
• Yen drops on new Japanese finance minister's comments
• German retail sales down 2.0% in 2009
• Consumer confidence in Singapore rebounds to 2008 levels
• New Zealand trade deficit falls to 7-year low
• US dollar wavers as Fed evokes possible new stimulus move
• Wall Street stocks little changed amid unemployment worries
• Fed members see high unemployment as long-term worry


06 Jan 2010
• SGX proposes to tighten Mainboard listing requirements
• Helping retrenched PMETs find jobs will be a key area of focus for 5 CDCs
• Asian automakers dethrone Detroit in 2009 US sales
• Wall Street mixed after big rally
• Japanese executives see slow economic recovery


05 Jan 2010
• Japan PM wants ailing finance chief to stay on
• JAL wins backing from workers for pension cuts
• 2010 sunset leads to eerie predicament on death and taxes
• Apple tablet computer may ship in March: WSJ
• Upbeat Wall Street higher as new year opens
• Cold snap pushes oil above US$80 a barrel
• S'pore Q4 GDP contraction reflects correction from growth in previous quarters


04 Jan 2010
• Private residential prices rise 1.7% in 2009
• Asian markets start 2010 on upbeat note
• China to launch new index with Hong Kong, Taiwan firms
• Japan Airlines' shares soar on credit lifeline
• Rate hikes could help battle bubbles, says Fed chief


03 Jan 2010
• Japan to double credit line for JAL
• Eurozone faces 2010 debt crisis
• German businesses abuse scheme to save jobs


02 Jan 2010
• Taiwan's Ma promises billion infrastructure boost


01 Jan 2010
• Salaries partially or fully restored for some 5,000 unionised workers
• Vietnam says growth 5.32% in 2009
• World stocks rebound in 2009 but 2010 uncertain
• Toyota's hybrid Prius faces US probe over brakes
• US dollar ends year higher on bullish labor data
• Year of Wall Street rebound ends with a whimper
• Oil prices wrap up huge 2009 rally on mixed note
• Dollar decline slowed by US job figures


31 Dec 2009
• US new jobless claims dip to 17-month low
• London, Paris stocks finish 2009 with big gains
• Bumpy road ahead for Asian equities in 2010
• Singapore's Q4 growth is 3.5%, and minus 2.1% for whole year: PM Lee
• Japan mulls turning JAL into domestic carrier
• Merkel warns of rough ride still ahead for German economy
• US stocks bounce back on economic optimism
• US manufacturing activity in Chicago area rises in December


30 Dec 2009
• JAL bankruptcy would cost banks US$7.6b
• Food caterers see business improve by 20% compared to 2008
• Nightclubs, eateries plan bigger parties & more unique setups for NYE
• Japan's sick finance minister back at work briefly
• Japan Airlines shares dive on bankruptcy fears
• Japan aims for four million new jobs by 2020
• Canada approves major PetroChina oil sands investment
• US dollar firms on US recovery signs
• US stocks drop after six-day gain
• Malaysian government plans to cut operating expenditure in 2010


29 Dec 2009
• Housing prices set to rise, but govt committed to affordable homes
• Limited impact seen on air traffic after bombing bid


28 Dec 2009
• 2009 to go down as breakout year for low cost carriers
• Labour movement gears up to go on the offensive to cut unemployment in 2010
• Accountants optimistic about economic outlook: survey


26 Dec 2009
• Australians queue for post-Christmas bargains
• Wall Street prepares to coast to end of 2009
• Japan unveils record budget to boost economy


25 Dec 2009
• Companies considering bigger budgets for corporate functions as economy recovers
• Recession not deterring people from undergoing aesthetic treatments
• Japanese data dampens economic optimism
• Wall Street hits 2009 highs after labour data


24 Dec 2009
• US durable goods up 0.2%, led by computers
• US jobless claims dip to 15-month low
• Market watchers warn of greater need for investor self-education in 2010
• Madoff moved to prison hospital
• Wall Street ekes out fourth day of gains


23 Dec 2009
• Hong Kong's property market likely to face a bubble burst in 2010, say economists
• US consumer spending up as economy gains steam
• Latest MOM figures show hiring demand up, with services leading the way
• Dollar rides higher on US home sales data
• Housing data helps Wall Street extend holiday cheer
• FBI reportedly probing cyber theft at Citibank
• China's economy seen surpassing 8% growth target for 2009


22 Dec 2009
• Greece relieved by Moody's mild credit rating cut
• US Q3 growth revised down to 2.2%
• Economists warn against being too optimistic about SKorea's economic recovery
• Britain stuck in recession
• US dollar extends rally, euro dented by debt woes
• Holiday cheer lifts Wall Street
• Oil prices drop as OPEC set to hold quotas


21 Dec 2009
• Singapore's economy likely to be buoyed by global recovery in 2010
• China's banks reportedly need more capital in 2010
• Berlin to roll out major austerity plan next year
• London Stock Exchange says to buy rival Turquoise
• 264,000 workers committed to SPUR in last one year: Manpower Minister Gan
• Massive recovery of employment market not expected next year
• British business chiefs see slow growth in 2010


20 Dec 2009
• London Stock Exchange set to take over rival
• Asia spending again after global financial meltdown
• Wall Street cautious in face of new economic realities
• Greek PM in unity call as parliament debates crisis budget


19 Dec 2009
• CDAC to sharpen focus to help 67,000 low-income Singaporeans
• Corporate news boosts Wall Street
• US lawmakers push tough new 'Buy American' bill
• Morgan Stanley's Mack to forgo bonus


18 Dec 2009
• GIC to keep investments in Citigroup
• Shoppers remain cautious about spending this festive period
• Record sales for Blackberry maker, adds China partner
• Dollar propelled by US data, eurozone debt woes
• Wall Street roiled by Citi offering, Greece downgrade
• Greek workers strike over government austerity order
• US leading economic indicators up eighth straight month
• Citibank suffers weak response to share offering


17 Dec 2009
• Second-hand computer dealers suffer slump in business
• Macau casinos on winning streak a decade after returning to Chinese rule
• Singapore shares close flat amid pullback in other regional markets
• Fed moving to exit from unprecedented stimulus
• US lawmakers approve US$154b jobs package
• Wall Street stumbles after Fed statement
• Germany unveils record debt budget
• Hong Kong set to return to positive economic growth in 2010


16 Dec 2009
• US housing starts, permits surge
• Galleon hedge fund founder Rajaratnam indicted
• US dollar boosted by data, rate hike speculation
• Wall Street gets jitters as Fed Reserve starts meeting
• Energy costs push up US wholesale prices 1.8%
• Fed set to continue support for fragile US economy


15 Dec 2009
• US industrial production rises in November
• ADB raises Asian growth forecasts
• Japan's PM says nation's economy in "severe situation"
• Last US banking giants to repay state bailouts
• Greek PM outlines cuts, issues debt warning
• Wall Street sees fresh 2009 highs as outlook brightens
• Obama talks tough with 'fat cat' bankers
• Dubai to pay debt with US$10b Abu Dhabi handout
• Oil prices down 9th session on demand fears
• ExxonMobil to buy XTO for US$41b
• France unveils 35-billion-euro public spending spree


14 Dec 2009
• Investors need to watch out for possible market corrections of at least 10%
• Citigroup close to exiting bank bailout programme
• Recovering global economy still scarred by crisis
• White House says lagging job growth key to recovery
• Japan's business confidence grows for 3rd straight quarter
• US jobless rate could rise further


13 Dec 2009
• Roller-coaster year for financial markets in 2009
• Obama slams 'fat cat bankers'


12 Dec 2009
• Oil slips below US$70 as dollar firms
• US House passes historic financial sector overhaul
• ECB chief warns banks over unwarranted bonuses


11 Dec 2009
• US dollar steady as markets mull US jobless claims report
• US stocks higher after trade, jobless claims data
• Oil prices slip as market confronts weak demand


10 Dec 2009
• US jobless claims edge higher
• Dubai stocks close on strongest gain since crisis
• Bank of England holds key rate at 0.5%
• Britain, France urge tax on bankers' bonuses
• Malaysia's industrial output rebounds in October
• SIA to resume all-business flights to New York
• Australia's Nov unemployment falls to 5.7%
• Brown, Sarkozy in united front on bank bonuses
• US stocks shake off debt concerns, swing higher
• Oil prices skid after surprise build in US stockpiles
• Emaar cancels Dubai Holding merger as debt woes persist
• US extends bailout authority to October 2010


09 Dec 2009
• Ireland braces for pay cuts, tax hikes
• Google teams up with NY Times, Washington Post on 'Living Stories'
• IMF calls on Cambodia to strengthen banking system
• Stronger dollar, weak demand sends oil prices lower
• Moody's warns of 'fiscal crisis' in top-rated nations
• Obama unveils new jobs boost, assault on deficit


08 Dec 2009
• Obama announces new jobs push
• Dubai stocks slump amid ongoing debt negativity
• UAE stock markets continue to tumble
• Japan approves US$274b economic stimulus package
• US dollar pares gains after Bernanke comments
• Funds shortfall sees charities banking on donors' Christmas spirit
• Oil prices fall on US oversupply concerns
• US recovery has 'way to go' to be self-sustaining, says Bernanke
• Hiring expected to return to pre-recession levels: survey


07 Dec 2009
• Asia Pacific projected to lead expansion of executive jetliner industry
• Dubai and Abu Dhabi markets down in early trading
• Japan to finalise stimulus package
• Glitch in STI causes Singapore market to be in limbo
• British govt considering tax on bank bonuses


06 Dec 2009
• UAE stock markets recover but Dubai remains volatile
• Sri Lanka back on investment radar
• Apple acquires online music company Lala
• Obama vows to help America's unemployed


05 Dec 2009
• Saudi investors shrug off Dubai debt crisis
• Wall Street squeaks out gains after key jobs report
• Oil prices tumble on stronger dollar
• Malaysia's exports rise 1.6% in October


04 Dec 2009
• Saudi banks not in danger over Dubai debt
• Asian markets mixed ahead of US jobs data
• The Biggest CEO Outrages Of 2009
• Japan to unveil huge stimulus package worth US$272b
• Bailouts for British banks hit 850 billion pounds
• US braces for new jobs numbers
• Obama says no "wait and see" approach on jobs
• Bernanke admits mistakes, says Fed should stay independent
• Surprise fall in new claims for US jobless benefits
• US services sector unexpectedly shrinks
• Bernanke to face stormy confirmation hearing


03 Dec 2009
• Geithner vows to lower US budget gap to 3%
• ECB keeps main interest rate at 1%
• Wall Street wobbles after weak jobs data


02 Dec 2009
• EU agrees pan-European financial oversight deal
• Trade ministers wrap up inconclusive talks on Doha
• Cambodia delays plans to open stock market
• Sincere Watch brings iconic shareholders onboard
• Asian shares post third day of gains
• Gulf stocks take breather from Dubai debt crisis
• WTO set to end inconclusive talks on Doha
• Oil prices surge again amid Iran jitters


01 Dec 2009
• More investments expected in ICT projects to boost business-consumer interaction
• Dubai ruler says "roll up your sleeves" to support economy
• UAE markets plunge again on Dubai debt drama
• Asian, European markets rally on Dubai World debt plan
• Vivendi accepts US$5.8b for NBC stake
• UAE markets plunge on Dubai debt drama
• Economic growth in 2010 to remain subdued: survey
• Japan's central bank to inject US$114b into markets
• Malaysia calls for urgent reform of stagnant economy
• China manufacturing activity expands in November
• Trade ministers disagree on WTO Doha talks
• Australia lifts rates for record third straight month
• Japan finance minister urges central bank to aid recovery
• US stocks rebound on Dubai news to restructure debt
• Oil jumps on positive US data, waning Dubai worries
• Time running out on Doha accord, says WTO chief


30 Nov 2009
• Dubai and Abu Dhabi markets plunge on debt woes
• Japan's debt-ridden govt plans new stimulus
• Global stocks mixed as investors track Dubai debt crisis
• Asian stocks recover as Dubai debt fears ease
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• Malaysia to retain freeze on Bangladesh labour
• Older workers maintain high job rate despite overall decline in employment
• Asian markets rebound as Dubai debt fears recede
• Fallout from Dubai will be contained: PM Lee
• IMF welcomes UAE decision to shore up banking system


29 Nov 2009
• Public debt imperils world economy


28 Nov 2009
• Dubai blackout over debt plans to hit Gulf markets
• Hershey fits Cadbury outlook: chief executive
• Oil prices mixed on Dubai debt woes
• Big crowds hit US 'Black Friday' shops
• Dubai debt scare rattles world markets
• Oil price hits seven-week low on Dubai shock
• European economic confidence firms in November


27 Nov 2009
• Keppel starts work on Sino-S'pore Tianjin Eco-City project
• US stocks dive on Dubai financial problems
• Singapore Muslims urged to be ready for future challenges
• Minister says Dubai debt woes won't hit India economy
• MediaCorp staff do their part for "We Are One" project
• European stocks drop for second day running on Dubai shock
• Asia markets tumble on Dubai debt fears
• Japan worries yen surge will hurt budding recovery
• Asia markets slide on Dubai debt fears
• Euro slips against dollar


26 Nov 2009
• Crude oil prices drop as traders take profits
• Taiwan approves massive infrastructure plan
• Modest year-end payment for civil servants
• BHP insists Rio joint venture on track
• Plans to force British banks to reveal millionaire staff
• Reliance bids to be global player with LyondellBasell offer
• Fed's zero rate policy sparking growing complaints
• Comcast bid for NBC Universal could be sealed next week
• US dollar weakens after Fed comments, gold spikes to record
• Wall Street ekes out pre-Thanksgiving gains
• Oil prices surge on signs of US demand


25 Nov 2009
• US new home sales rebound in October
• US new weekly jobless claims fall to 14-month low
• US consumer spending jumps 0.7% in October
• Alarm over asset bubbles returns with recovery
• Euro hits US$1.50; gold sets record high of US$1,180.50
• Japan posts trade surplus of US$9.1b
• Facebook changes stock structure but "no plans to go public"
• US dollar holds steady against euro after US economic data
• PM Lee to attend CHOGM in Trinidad and Tobago
• Oil prices sink on lower US GDP data
• Fed lifts 2010 growth outlook, sees unemployment easing


24 Nov 2009
• Sliding US dollar drives gold to record high
• Oil prices higher amid weak dollar


23 Nov 2009
• IMF head says world economy 'highly vulnerable'
• eBay plans to more than double business in Asia over next few years: CEO
• Dollar slides, sending gold to record high
• OECD area jumps clear of recession, Britain stuck
• Taiwan to curb Chinese investment in key sectors
• Spanish PM vows sweeping reforms to boost economy
• Recession triggers upheaval in British business


22 Nov 2009
• Desperate retailers seek holiday season rescue


21 Nov 2009
• 3 lessons for S'poreans to learn from the way downturn was handled, says Shanmugam
• Wall Street down on technology jitters
• Oil prices wobble on recovery concerns
• Malaysian economy shrinks 1.2% in Q3


20 Nov 2009
• Rolls-Royce says Asia's luxury car market picking up
• Foreign Minister Yeo addresses over 3,000 Chinese entrepreneurs in Manila
• SGX Bull Charge charity run raises over S$2m for 12 beneficiaries
• Asia's airline showing signs of recovery
• Market turmoil boosts dollar
• Wall Street hit by tech sector jitters, global outlook
• Oil prices drop amid amid dollar rise
• Singapore's MTI forecasts economic growth of 3-5% in 2010
• HK govt confident about positive economic growth in 2010
• US leading indicators up for seventh month in row
• OECD says Europe's recovery will be 'gradual'


19 Nov 2009
• Morgan Stanley projects 28% gain in price target for MSCI EM Index
• OECD says world economies bounce back but debt "rot" must stop
• BHP chief cautious on global recovery
• Gold Investing: An Owner's Manual
• Obama predicts renewed US growth in fourth quarter
• US home building suffers surprise drop
• Japan's Mitsubishi UFJ announces huge share sale
• US home building slumps in October


18 Nov 2009
• Chocolate groups Hershey, Ferrero eye Cadbury
• Euro breaches 1.49 dollars; gold hits record high
• PA staff chip in for "We Are One" project
• Hershey reportedly in preliminary talks on Cadbury
• US shares maintain uptrend to fresh 2009 highs
• US industrial production mixed after strong gains


17 Nov 2009
• China, US vow to address trade disputes
• NKF sees deficit of S$900,000, first time in 10 years
• Oceanus gets approval to list TDRs on Taiwan Stock Exchange
• Investors, MNCs react positively to re-employment of older workers: Minister Gan
• Britain's Standard Chartered chief hits out at bank regulation
• CNN hero flies again with SIA
• S&P tops 1,100 as Wall Street buoyed by retail data
• Gold hits record peak above $1,135
• Bernanke sees sustained US growth despite 'headwinds'
• GM to repay aid early, sees 2010 share offering
• Money-losing GM to repay aid early, sees 2010 IPO


16 Nov 2009
• Taiwan signs financial agreements with China
• Asian currency regime, East Asia integration worth considering: Donald Tsang
• Malaysia's CIMB plans listing on Thai bourse
• Singapore's consumer confidence up in Q3: survey
• Japan's economy posts strongest growth since 2007
• Russia suggests Renault take control of Avtovaz


15 Nov 2009
• Dubai Airshow opens amid low expectations of major deals
• Struggling BA plays catch-up with Iberia merger
• Madoff's spoils go under the hammer for US$1m
• All eyes on Murdoch as newspapers ponder digital future
• British PM vows to put bankers' bonus crackdown into law
• Dubai Airshow may see sharp drop in orders, say analysts


14 Nov 2009
• Obama calls on Asia for "balanced" economic growth
• Wall Street eyes US consumer to keep rally going
• Boeing says Dreamliner still on track for first test flight
• US dollar slumps, euro lifted by data showing end of recession
• Upbeat corporate news help cap solid week for US stocks
• Oil prices fall as recovery doubts dog market


13 Nov 2009
• Hong Kong sees further GDP growth in Q3
• IMF chief says most Asian currencies are undervalued
• Recession ends across Europe
• Metro posts Q2 net profit of S$9.3m
• Europe to formally exit recession
• US dollar firms on Geithner comments
• Oil prices slump as US crude stocks jump
• Obama announces December jobs crisis talks
• Wal-Mart sees quarterly profits jump 3.2%


12 Nov 2009
• Shipping giant Moeller-Maersk slumps to loss
• US new weekly jobless claims fall for second week
• Australia unemployment rises to 5.8%
• LIA Q3 sales up 40% on quarter
• Government to release Q3 GDP data next Thursday
• AIG chief to remain after reported quit threat
• US shares up on rate, recovery expectations
• Oil prices rise on China growth optimism


11 Nov 2009
• ABAC narrows down 19 recommendations for APEC leaders dialogue
• Hersing Q3 profit more than quadrupled to S$4.4m on higher turnover
• Ex-Bear Stearns managers cleared in Wall Street test case
• US dollar steadies as market euphoria fades
• US shares end mixed after hefty rise
• Unemployment to dog US for years: Fed official


10 Nov 2009
• Singapore urges APEC members to re-commit to work on trade liberalisation
• Report says APEC ministers to reject premature moves towards fiscal tightening
• APEC ministers to reject hasty fiscal tightening
• US videogame giant Electronic Arts to cut 1,500 jobs
• US dollar softens after G20, gold surges
• Dow hits 2009 high, Wall Street surges on recovery measures


09 Nov 2009
• Labour chief confident unemployment levels will stay low this year
• Kraft Foods launches hostile bid for Cadbury
• S'pore hopes to lay foundation for APEC economies to emerge stronger
• SKorea wants Obama to be aggressive on trade pact
• S'pore hopes to lay foundation for economies to emerge stronger
• Is the Dollar Dying a Slow Death?
• GE, Comcast agree on valuing NBC Universal
• More turn to sub-letting HDB flats


08 Nov 2009
• India PM invites world to invest in economy under reform
• Australia Treasurer says stimulus needed for nation's recovery
• IMF says stimulus needed to aid nascent recovery


07 Nov 2009
• 10% jobless rate adds to pressure on Obama
• Dollar gains as markets roiled by US jobs data
• G20 ministers to firm up global recovery, climate funding
• Wall Street shakes off weak jobs data, ekes out gains


06 Nov 2009
• British Airways to axe 1,200 more jobs
• British Airways reports ballooning losses, calls for cost cuts
• Royal Bank of Scotland reports sharp quarterly loss of US$3b
• Wall Street stocks soar: Dow tops 10,000
• Oil prices slide on demand worries
• Prosecutors charge 14 in Wall Street insider trading probe
• Hyatt begins trading on NY stock exchange
• Dollar slips against euro after ECB holds rates


05 Nov 2009
• US new weekly jobless claims fall to 10-month low
• ECB, BoE hold interest rates at record lows
• European eyes beginning to turn towards APEC's potential outcomes
• Wall Street rally fades as Fed offers no surprises


04 Nov 2009
• Malaysia's exports plunge 24.2% in September to US$13.8b
• Makeover for retailer Marks and Spencer as profits stay flat
• Business leaders call for greater market access, lower trade barriers
• Nissan's interim net profit down 92.9% on-year to US$100m
• World Bank boosts China growth forecast to 8.4%
• US auto sales stabilise, but Chrysler sputters
• Market jitters boost safe-haven US dollar
• Wall Street stocks mixed in cautious trade
• Oil prices surge in wake of gold's record high
• Warren Buffett's Berkshire to buy railroad
• US Federal Reserve expected to hold rock-bottom rates


03 Nov 2009
• HSBC bank to cut 1,700 jobs in Britain
• Businesses cheer PM Lee's assurance on economy
• Merkel under fire for German tax cut plans
• Australia raises rates for second month in a row
• Factory data, Ford profit propel Wall Street
• Obama warns of more US jobs losses ahead
• Fed likely to maintain accommodative monetary policy stance till mid-2010


02 Nov 2009
• More construction-related firms win awards at this year's Enterprise 50 Awards
• CIT Group files for bankruptcy
• US manufacturing index shows third month of growth
• Economies in Asia need to rebalance to adapt to post crisis landscape: experts
• Firms see opportunity in billions being pumped into cyber security industry
• Asian markets hit by CIT bankruptcy, Wall Street fall
• Asian markets tumble on Wall Street loss, US bank failure
• Australia ramps up growth, jobs forecasts
• ChiNext stocks hit by profit-taking in second session
• Fed unlikely to change tack as recession ends
• Unemployment turnaround likely at start of 2010, says Geithner


01 Nov 2009
• German drive for growth raises roadmap mystery
• US stocks slide ahead of Fed rate decision, jobless data


31 Oct 2009
• Minister Gan sees labour market remaining stable for rest of the year
• US stocks dive as fears overtake growth hopes
• Washington Post profit up but newspaper ad slide continues
• Major layoffs loom at Time Inc
• Oil prices sink after surging on US growth data
• CDL Hospitality Trusts' DPU down 24% on-year
• Asia's tech giants see signs of revival
• Eurozone unemployment hits 9.7%


30 Oct 2009
• US consumer spending dips first time in five months
• US stimulus plan created one million jobs
• China's Nasdaq-style board off to soaring start
• US emerges from long recession
• US dollar falls as US exits recession
• US stocks jump on economic growth
• Oil prices surge after US economy grows again
• European economic confidence rises again


29 Oct 2009
• US recession is abating, says Obama
• US new weekly jobless claims dip
• MAS expects Singapore's growth in 2010 to be moderate
• US economy grew 3.5% in third quarter
• Singapore shares end 0.63% lower
• IMF says Asia must adapt to 'new world' despite fast recovery
• Recovery fears send Asian markets spiralling down
• Gradual economic pickup expected for Singapore
• US dollar up fourth straight day against euro
• US stocks slump on recovery concerns


28 Oct 2009
• US durable goods orders rebound in September
• Geithner sees dollar's reign lasting "long time"
• US financial sector to pay for failures under draft bill
• Thousands protest bailout bonuses at Chicago bank meeting
• US stocks mostly lower after weak confidence report
• Australian firms ink US$3.1b in China deals
• Top EU official slams German economic policy
• Experts say Singapore's economic landscape must evolve


27 Oct 2009
• Pace of fall in US home prices eases
• US consumer confidence sinks in October
• Singapore shares close 0.81% lower
• Chrysler to drop own models for Fiat cars
• Wall Street tumble knocks Asian stocks
• Japanese economy showing signs of recovery
• Banking, industrial shares drag Wall Street lower
• Oil prices slip back under US$80
• Caterpillar cuts 2,500 jobs, ends some layoffs
• Carbon trading market expected to remain strong post 2012


26 Oct 2009
• Australia denies singling out China on investment
• South Korea's Q3 economy up 2.9% on robust industrial output


25 Oct 2009
• Recession or not, US economy likely to be in limbo
• Belgian prosecutor wants Citibank to repay 'duped' savers
• Russia out of recession


24 Oct 2009
• Wall Street eyes new catalyst as earnings rally fades
• US shares lower despite forecast-beating earnings
• Market turmoil boosts dollar
• Oil price falls as dollar rebounds
• Global trade sentiment positive: HSBC survey
• China's Yanzhou to buy into Felix Resources
• Oil price retreats but stays above


23 Oct 2009
• Microsoft net profit down 18%, beats expectations
• President S R Nathan launches "We Are One" charity project
• Malaysia slashes spending in 2010 budget
• Britain fails to exit recession
• Indonesia's new govt targets 7% growth
• Survey shows govt, FIs need to boost efforts to help SMEs
• Obama administration slashes executive salaries
• Non-profit news firm links with NY Times for Chicago edition
• Fed Reserve unveils rules to curb 'risk taking' incentive pay


22 Oct 2009
• Govts, financial institutions need to boost efforts to help SME sector: survey
• Washington to enforce executive pay cuts
• US new jobless claims up again
• Investors showing interest in smaller sized IPOs amid current downturn
• Survey finds recession no impact on media consumption habits
• Oil down in Asian trade, NY crude stays above US$81
• eBay's net profit slides for fourth straight quarter
• Japan logs six-fold jump in September trade surplus
• Steep pay cuts for US firms that got most aid: reports
• Wall Street sees late sell-off as bank optimism fades
• Crude oil spikes to US$82 in New York
• US economy extends 'modest' recovery


21 Oct 2009
• US rescue 'averted meltdown' but problems remain
• Boeing disappoints with loss of US$1.56b
• IMF to give Iceland US$167.4m loan payout
• Niche green cleaning market takes off in Singapore
• US rescue averted meltdown, but problems remain
• Yahoo! posts 244% increase in net profit
• Wall Street lower on economic concerns
• US dollar firms as euro fails to break barrier
• Oil price in New York breaches US$80 a barrel
• Coca-Cola reports flat profits


20 Oct 2009
• Hong Kong analysts warn of stock market correction ahead
• Wall Street up on company earnings expectations
• Oil price in New York nears US$80


19 Oct 2009
• A-REIT to distribute 3.48 cents per unit for Q2, down 13.2% on-year
• Enhance productivity & skills to protect jobs when Jobs Credit ends: Tharman
• British economy in for painful recovery


18 Oct 2009
• Team Hope aims to help the disadvantaged through football
• Crisis helps Australia's push to be Asia's finance hub
• US-based billionaire probed for LTTE fundraising
• Billionaire's indictment is warning to traders, says US watchdog


17 Oct 2009
• China to launch Nasdaq-style board on Oct 23
• Billionaire, executives charged with insider trading
• US budget deficit hits record US$1.4 trillion
• Wall Street slips as key earnings disappoint
• US dollar firms as financial markets step back
• Oil prices jump on US recovery hopes, Nigerian crisis
• US capital flows improve in August


16 Oct 2009
• US industrial production jumps in September
• Air New Zealand slashes domestic fares
• Singapore's key exports tumble in September
• Key US House panel votes new derivatives rules
• IBM revenue down but net profit and forecast up
• Dow extends gains above 10,000 after upbeat earnings
• US dollar steadies after 14-month low on euro
• Oil price hits one-year high in New York
• Rich S'poreans not cutting back on spending despite recession


15 Oct 2009
• Marina Bay Sands IR targets high-end customers
• Goldman Sachs Q3 profit soars to US$3.19b
• Asian markets cheer upbeat earnings news
• S'pore investor sentiment improves in Q3
• Asian outlook clouded by fragile global recovery: ADB
• Earnings-driven rally pushes Dow index above 10,000
• New York oil breaches US$75 for first time in year
• Fed sees 'restrained' recovery in US


14 Oct 2009
• Inflation not expected to be a threat for years into recovery
• US retail sales slump 1.5% in September
• US says no world trade deal without services agreement
• JPMorgan Chase's profit leaps to US$3.6b
• Bank of Japan holds super-low rates steady
• Tsang says Hong Kong must bolster China links and diversify
• S'pore playing to win and next 2 years will not be any less challenging: NTUC
• Bloomberg buying BusinessWeek magazine
• Wall Street wobbles on earnings jitters


13 Oct 2009
• China's billionaires rise to 130
• Mexico defends move to close power company
• Despite green shoots, concerns about economy still reign
• US stocks up on earnings confidence
• US dollar mixed in calm holiday trade
• Oil prices rise on demand recovery forecast


12 Oct 2009
• US recession over, but employment will lag, says survey
• Britain announces massive assets sale to cut debt
• S'poreans cautiously upbeat after 2009 GDP forecast upgraded
• Food packs distributed to needy families in Jurong
• SPH's full-year net profit down 3.6% to S$422m
• China's Huijin to buy more bank shares
• Asian recovery hopes boosted by Singapore's growth
• Philips triples Q3 net profit to 176 million euros
• MAS keeps policy stance for Singdollar
• Singapore raises full-year GDP forecast to between -2.5% and -2%


11 Oct 2009
• Russian economy to shrink 7.5% in 2009
• Rate cycle has turned in Asia but hikes to be slow


10 Oct 2009
• Upbeat corporate news lifts Dow to 12-month high
• Obama slams big business on credit reforms
• Oil prices rise as IEA raises demand forecast


09 Oct 2009
• Fixing global trade imbalance will require more focus on Asian investments
• ADB expects to double amount of loans it's been providing to govts
• Watching TV a favourite pastime of baby boomers, according to survey
• US Fed to tighten monetary policy when outlook improves
• Wall Street lifted by Alcoa profit surprise
• Oil prices rebound as stock markets climb
• Japan's current account surplus up 10.4%
• US new jobless claims drops to nine-month low


08 Oct 2009
• German industrial output climbs in August
• Japan's Uniqlo booms despite recession
• Bank of England says it keeps interest rate at 0.5%
• Bank of England forecast to hold interest rates
• Govt annual land sale revenue falls 41% to S$7.3b
• Australian jobless rate sees surprise drop in September
• US budget deficit to hit US$1.4 trillion in 2009
• Oil prices fall on soaring inventories
• Wall Street mixed as earnings season opens
• Thousands of Romanians protest against austerity move
• Brighter industrial data point to German recovery


07 Oct 2009
• Japan business environment remains fairly pessimistic, says PM Lee
• HSBC in advanced talks on buying RBS Asia assets
• NTUC calls for gradual phasing out of Jobs Credit Scheme
• Eurozone economy shrinks more than expected
• Irish airline to slash hundreds of jobs, cut pay
• Singapore shares close 0.86% higher
• Analysts say ECB interest rates to stay anchored at 1%
• US shares extend rally on economic recovery confidence
• Dollar fears stalk IMF-World Bank meet
• Oil prices up on weak dollar


06 Oct 2009
• Crisis hangs over IMF, World Bank talks
• World Bank appeals for funds as aid rationing looms
• US shares up on banking upgrade, services data
• Dollar struggles after G7 inaction on currency
• Oil prices mixed as US services sector recovers
• Unemployment to peak in 8-12 months, says IMF chief


05 Oct 2009
• US services sector grows for first time in a year
• Analysts warn China's economic recovery still shaky
• Economic crisis has forced Asian manufacturers to become more efficient
• Research shows IT will generate 5.8 million new jobs by 2013
• UN report calls for 'new deal' for migrant workers


04 Oct 2009
• IMF hails Japan's plan to boost social spending
• Hong Kong's luxury living draws mainland Chinese
• Credit crunch clouds uneven European rebound
• Nervous US retailers brace for critical holiday season
• Japan must boost domestic demand, says new finance minister


03 Oct 2009
• Weak dollar clouds G7 finance talks
• Oil prices fall as US job losses mount
• US shares fall on weak jobs data


02 Oct 2009
• Oil prices fall as US job losses mount
• US jobless rate hits 9.8% as 263,000 jobs cut
• World Bank warns of wobble ahead for global economy
• Asian economies may start easing emergency stimulus measures
• Stocks slump as economic optimism dims
• Dollar eases against yen ahead of payrolls, G7
• US auto sales crash after Cash for Clunkers expires
• US dollar gains on heightened market jitters
• US shares tumble on recovery fears
• Oil prices edge higher as market mulls Iran, economic data


01 Oct 2009
• US new jobless claims in surprise jump
• US consumer spending driven by 'cash for clunkers' programme
• IMF says stronger Asian currencies key to global rebalancing
• Eurozone unemployment rate edges up to 9.6%
• Vehicle sales in Japan rise for second month
• US superrich lose US$300b in a year
• IMF raises global growth forecasts, remains cautious
• Bangladesh set for record IPO
• Japan business confidence up for second straight quarter
• Shanghai set to overtake Japan as largest equities market
• US shares fall as job market worries intensify
• Oil prices jump on US recovery signals


30 Sep 2009
• US second quarter GDP down 0.7% in final revision
• Japan's factory output up 1.8% in August
• US stocks down on slipping consumer confidence
• US dollar extends gains as drop in confidence roils markets
• Putin vows to reduce state role in Russian economy
• Oil prices dip on sagging consumer confidence


29 Sep 2009
• US consumer confidence sees surprise drop
• Shanghai to overtake Japan as largest regional equities market in next 10 years
• George Yeo warns against complacency in reforming global financial system
• Australia budget deficit beats forecast by US$4.4 bn
• Japan's core consumer prices drop record 2.4% in August
• CBS News in partnership with Global Post
• GIC's portfolio suffers loss of 20% in Singdollar terms as of March '09
• Foreign population growth slows down
• US dollar up against euro after ECB chief's support call
• Wall Street jumps on robust corporate activity
• Oil prices rise on Wall Street rebound, Iran jitters
• Britain extends car-scrapping scheme
• China faces 'big' uncertainties, says World Bank chief
• Plans by Hatoyama government to cut budget could affect growth, says analysts


28 Sep 2009
• Russia looking to draw investment from Singapore
• Asian luxury market could grow between 5% and 7% over next 12 months
• KOP Group enters luxury yacht business; targets Singapore and China
• China to launch Nasdaq-style board in late October
• Australia flags rate rise as 'recovery phase' begins
• IMF study gives high marks to its crisis support


27 Sep 2009
• Belgian banks seek millions from Lehman bankruptcy


26 Sep 2009
• IMF raises 2010 global growth forecast to 3 percent
• Wall Street extends losses on weak economic data
• Oil prices firm as tensions on Iran rise
• Airbus could cut production
• Newfound optimism in Surat's diamond industry


25 Sep 2009
• US durable goods orders slip in August
• Oil prices rise after recent slump
• French banks sue for billions over Lehman collapse
• Wall Street extends losses as home sales data disappoints
• Oil prices dive under US$66 as economic fears heighten


24 Sep 2009
• US home sales fall 2.7% in August
• New US jobless claims drop for third week in a row
• German business confidence edges higher
• Market turmoil hits pay of SGX's CEO
• Australian banks well-placed for aftershocks
• China Metallurgical down 11.7% on Hong Kong debut
• Economic crisis forces 17,000 out of Kuwait
• Japanese lender Aiful to slash 2,000 jobs
• China sets ChiNext board debut trading limit
• G20 leaders meet to reform world economy
• Japan posts seventh straight monthly trade surplus
• Wall Street tumbles after Fed stays on hold
• US dollar bounces off lows after Fed announcement
• Oil prices slide after US inventory data
• Fed keeps near-zero rates, says economy rebounding
• Palin divides international investors in debut speech in Asia


23 Sep 2009
• Europe plans new financial policing
• Bank savings in spotlight as G20 eyes overhaul
• US banks return to old ways of high pay
• New Zealand economy posts surprise growth
• Wall Street resumes rise on recovery optimism
• Oil rallies back above US$70
• Banking crisis could hinder growth for 7 years, says IMF
• Japanese drinks giant bids for Orangina


22 Sep 2009
• US Fed not ready to hike rates, say experts
• US, UK resisting French drive for financial regulation
• Sale of shares in Citigroup could free up GIC funds for other investments
• Elite US universities feel pain of market slump
• Far Eastern Economic Review to shut down in December
• ADB raises Asian growth forecast after stimulus
• US Democratic fundraiser ran Ponzi scheme, says prosecutor
• Wall Street mostly weaker as rally pauses
• Oil prices tumble amid worries over weak demand
• US leading economic index up for fifth month in a row


21 Sep 2009
• Restocking expected to drive Asian growth into 2010
• MM Lee says Russia must remain open so that the young can connect with world
• Ten Chinese growth firms set to take IPO orders
• Carbon emissions fall with global downturn


20 Sep 2009
• Experts say China spending to continue despite fears
• Fed expected to hold steady to back fragile recovery


19 Sep 2009
• China bank regulator warns of loan risks
• IMF to sell 403 tonnes of gold to boost lending to poor
• IMF to sell 403 tonnes of gold to boost lending to poor
• Dollar steady as market braces for Fed, G20
• US tightens oversight of credit rating agencies


18 Sep 2009
• Goldman to sell US$1.4b stake in Sanyo to Panasonic
• Asia cannot depend on consumer demand from US, Europe for recovery
• Swiss stock exchange announces probe of UBS
• China approves Nasdaq-style board's first IPOs
• Fed would have to approve banking salaries
• Europe agrees to claw back bankers' bonuses
• US dollar falls closer to one-year lows against euro
• Wall Street rally runs out of steam


17 Sep 2009
• Eurozone trade surplus hits seven-year high
• US home building lifted by apartment sector
• 86% in US believe recession continues, according to poll
• NTU economists upgrade forecast for Singapore economy
• US new jobless claims fall to 545,000
• Australia central bank pays record return to govt
• Singapore's NODX up for second straight month
• Bank of Japan holds key interest rate at 0.1%
• Wall Street extends rally on strong industrial output data
• Euro surges against dollar to near-year high
• Oil prices rise on drop in US reserves


16 Sep 2009
• IMF head says worst of global recession over
• 70% of SMEs not holding back on overseas expansion despite downturn: survey
• New leasehold home prices in Q3 up 11% on-quarter
• EU to push for G20 bank bonus sanctions
• British unemployment hits 14-year high
• Ex-bureaucrat Fujii is new Japan finance minister
• Singapore shares close 1.37% higher
• World counting on China for economic leadership post-Lehman
• Euro hits fresh nine-month highs against US dollar
• Wall Street rides to 2009 highs on strong retail report
• Oil prices mostly higher on positive US data
• Analysts say political woes may overshadow Thailand's economic recovery


15 Sep 2009
• Bernanke says US recession 'likely over' technically
• PM Lee urges S'poreans to be psychologically prepared for slow pick-up
• The tale of the global financial crisis
• Obama warns China he will stick up for trade rules
• Wall Street recovers to post modest gains
• No more reckless behaviour, Obama warns Wall Street


14 Sep 2009
• Europe's economy to contract 4% in 2009
• Taiwan eyes October China financial pact
• China to review IPOs for Nasdaq-type board
• On Wall Street, Obama to set new economic course


13 Sep 2009
• British trade unions' chief warns government against spending cuts


12 Sep 2009
• Delta may invest up to US$550m in JAL
• White House wants regulatory reform this year
• US slaps punitive tariffs on Chinese tires
• Bloomberg considering BusinessWeek bid
• US stocks stumble, snapping 5-day rally
• Oil slumps amid profit taking after 4-day rally
• US consumer cannot sustain global economy, says IMF head
• Nobel economist Phelps "gloomy" over US economic future


11 Sep 2009
• Most rich economies show recovery signs, according to OECD
• JAL seeking capital tie-up with Delta
• Experts say oil prices could rise to US$85 by end-2009
• Analysts say Singapore market recovers faster than expected
• Japan's annualised economic growth revised down to 2.3%
• 5 listed S'pore SMEs in Forbes Asia best 200 Asia Pacific companies list
• Morgan Stanley's Mack to give up CEO post
• Upbeat corporate news propel Wall Street to 11-month highs
• Euro surges against dollar on recovery optimism
• Oil prices rise on weak dollar, falling US crude stockpiles
• Stimulus plan created 1.1 million jobs and boosted GDP, says White House
• Geithner says US 'winding down' aid for financial system


10 Sep 2009
• Bank of England holds interest rate at 0.5%
• US trade gap widens in July
• Singapore's economy could take one more year to fully recover, say economists
• Asia rebound after crisis points to new order
• Japan struggles out of recession but outlook unclear
• US home foreclosures show dip in August
• Singapore's 40 Richest
• US outlook 'cautiously positive', says Beige Book report
• London's FTSE 100 closes above 5,000 points, best since October


09 Sep 2009
• Britain set for recovery, but job fears loom
• OCBC service allows retail investors to trade directly in several foreign markets
• South Korea to boost services, foreign investment to spur economy
• World Bank reports record 131 economies reform business rules
• Dollar slumps against euro amid stock, gold rally
• US consumer credit in record plunge
• US stocks rise on recovery optimism
• Mixed EU data points to uncertain recovery


08 Sep 2009
• Overhead costs continue to increase in retail industry despite downturn
• US chocolatier Hershey could bid for Cadbury
• More failures likely for smaller low-cost carriers
• Japan's current account surplus falls 19.4%
• Obama says US on road to economic recovery
• European stocks close higher on Cadbury bid


07 Sep 2009
• Revenue for global mobile entertainment to hit US$32b in 2009
• Asian domination of US auto sales set to intensify
• The IPO Class of 2010
• French economy seen as stabilising


06 Sep 2009
• Stock rally may be too much too soon
• Risks remain for Australia, despite growth
• US eyes recovery year after near financial meltdown
• G20 vows to maintain pressure to ease economic crisis


05 Sep 2009
• G20 close to striking deal on bankers' bonuses
• US stocks rally after unemployment data
• G20 seek to bridge splits over bankers' bonuses
• Emerging nations warn too early to see end of recession
• Toyota says hybrid sales reach two-million mark


04 Sep 2009
• Oil prices drop after US jobs data
• US sheds 216,000 jobs, unemployment rate 9.7%
• ECB chief says crisis not over yet
• China to curb loans on speculation
• Daiwa, SMFG reportedly to end brokerage tie-up
• G20 to debate tough action on bankers' bonuses
• Gold prices surge near US$1,000 per ounce
• US stocks climb on economic, retail sales data
• Oil prices drift lower as markets brace for US jobs data


03 Sep 2009
• ECB chief upbeat on economic recovery
• US new jobless claims post modest fall
• Eurozone business activity picks up
• Britain's finance minister warns of global double-dip recession
• US dollar weakens as markets shrug off economic data
• US stocks dip amid jobs jitters
• US sees 'first signs of growth', says Geithner


02 Sep 2009
• US private sector sheds 298,000 jobs in August
• JTC's FY2008 surplus falls 23%
• Govt may be taking steps to calm down the property market, say analysts
• Asian markets ignore upbeat data as shares slide
• Australian economy grows 0.6% in June quarter
• US stocks sink, Dow down triple digits
• Oil prices skid on market tension, dollar rise


01 Sep 2009
• Macau's economy contracts for third straight quarter
• German unemployment rate edges up to 8.3%
• Oil prices bounce back above US$70
• Relapse feared even as German retail rebounds
• Global economic downturn ending, says Indian PM
• Bank of America mulls repaying aid
• Japan's vehicle sales show first rise in 13 months
• IMF expects Singapore's growth to contract worse than official forecast
• Icahn cuts stake in Yahoo!
• US stocks fall after China sell-off shakes markets
• Oil falls under US$70 after China stock plunge


31 Aug 2009
• Long-term unemployment rising as structural changes cut jobs
• MIT diversifies business to tap into solar industry
• Japan's post-election market euphoria short-lived
• NZealand's economic recovery fragile, says central bank
• India posts 6.1% quarterly growth
• Australia says curbing stimulus would "knee-cap" recovery
• Japan's July factory output marks fifth straight monthly gain
• Britain urges more reform of finance sector


30 Aug 2009
• LNG boom to make Australia 'Middle East of gas'


29 Aug 2009
• Dollar recovers some gains amid renewed caution


28 Aug 2009
• Chip maker Intel raises revenue forecast
• US consumer spending rises 0.2% in July
• Prices fall in Spain for sixth straight month
• Japan's jobless rate, deflation set record in July
• Dell net profit down 23%
• Euro firms against US dollar on recovery hopes
• US stocks recover; Dow posts 8th day of gains
• Oil prices rebound as dollar drops


27 Aug 2009
• US new jobless claims fall after two weeks of increases
• US stays on recovery track after unrevised GDP drop
• Second quarter US economic contraction unrevised at 1.0%
• Eu Yan Sang FY net profit jumps 164% to S$13m
• 575 companies receive subsidies to implement work-life balance
• Japan's Mitsukoshi to axe 1,000 jobs
• German consumer confidence posts 5th straight gain
• Philippines economy grows 1.0 per cent in first half
• Olam reports 28% decline in Q4 net earnings to S$46.7m
• Australian business investment in surprise 3.3% rise
• US dollar drifts up as market gauges recovery prospects
• Oil prices drop after rise in US stockpiles
• Real US unemployment rate at 16%, says Fed official


26 Aug 2009
• Japan's Fujitsu to axe 1,200 jobs in Britain
• US durable goods orders post steep jump
• Malaysia posts smaller-than-expected Q2 contraction of 3.9%
• German business confidence up fifth time running
• Singapore must make structural changes to bring about recovery
• Japan's July trade surplus rises for second month
• US Postal Service offers buyouts to 30,000 employees
• US dollar steady against euro after US Fed chief reappointed
• US stocks post modest gains after strong economic data
• Oil price rally fizzles after hitting US$75


25 Aug 2009
• Obama reappoints Bernanke as Fed chairman
• Henderson Global Investors bullish on China
• New consumer watchdog to look after interests of retail investors
• Singapore consumers growing more confident of economic recovery
• General Motors may try to keep Opel
• Foster's reports 4% rise in annual profits to US$622.1m
• Obama to reappoint Bernanke as Fed chairman
• Euro slips against US dollar amid profit-taking
• US stocks end mostly flat after rally
• Oil prices surge to 10-month high


24 Aug 2009
• EU factory orders rise 3.1% in June
• Britain's recession 'at an end', says industry survey
• Asian stocks shoot higher on brighter outlook
• Fairfax Media slumps to US$315.4m annual loss


22 Aug 2009
• New economic data set to test Wall Street bull run
• US dollar dampened by buoyant eurozone data
• US stocks soar to new 2009 highs
• News Corp. seeking to form online news consortium


21 Aug 2009
• Amazon, Microsoft, Yahoo! oppose Google book project
• Global recovery prospects appear good, says Fed chairman
• Eurozone economy stabilises in August
• US dollar dips against euro ahead of Bernanke speech
• US stocks rise as data points toward recovery
• US economy back 'from the brink', says Geithner


20 Aug 2009
• Britain backs new Tesco supermarket banking service
• Economists express mixed views over fiscal measures
• US new jobless claims rise for second week
• Travel agents predict higher demand for year-end vacations
• 2 CET campuses to help Singapore stay competitive
• Australian court bans exec for misleading market
• Tesco grows banking service with 800 new jobs
• Race, religion garner biggest public response on REACH
• New training centres will help workers compete in tougher global economy
• US to lower budget deficit estimate to US$1.58 trillion
• US dollar slides against euro, yen on risk taking
• Oil jumps after surprise fall in US crude reserves
• US stocks climb on oil rally
• Oil jumps after surprise fall in US crude reserves
• Euro firmer after strong US energy report


19 Aug 2009
• Philippines may sell assets to meet deficit target
• Asian economies outpace US and Europe on growth track
• IMF says global recovery requires US, Asia rebalancing
• HP profit falls but beats expectations
• Dollar slumps against euro after two-day rally
• Oil prices jump as equities recover
• US stocks rise on better-than-expected earnings
• Oil prices jump as equities recover


18 Aug 2009
• Global economic recovery has started, says IMF chief economist
• US wholesale prices fall 0.9% in July
• German economy boosted by ZEW survey
• Five Chinese firms on Fortune's 100 list
• Asian competitors shadow German solar industry
• Wall Street dives amid recovery worries
• US dollar, yen advance amid recovery fears
• Oil prices slump on US recovery worries


17 Aug 2009
• US extends key asset-backed securities loan facility
• New York manufacturing survey rebounds
• World stocks plunge despite Japan's recovery
• Organisations need to become more engaging to avoid employee exodus
• Singapore economy weathered worst of global crisis, say experts
• Eurozone trade surplus doubles in June
• Hong Kong used by US tax evaders
• Typhoon hits Taiwan agriculture, tourism hard
• Australia treasury chief warns of "second shockwave"


16 Aug 2009
• The Pink Recovery: Why Women Are Doing Better
• PM Lee calls on S'poreans to stay cohesive to overcome challenges
• S'pore can still grow even if world markets not expanding fast
• Singapore can't take religious, racial harmony for granted
• Gloom lingers in Central Europe's economies
• US recovery is in view, but economic struggles persist
• Japan's big businesses expect recovery by mid-2010


15 Aug 2009
• Iceland recapitalises two banks
• Malaysia 'well-positioned' to weather global crisis, says IMF
• Oil prices skid on weak US consumer confidence
• Wall Street hit by weak consumer survey
• Weak consumer confidence raises alarm on US recovery
• US industrial output rebounds, consumer prices flat


14 Aug 2009
• Oil prices rise further on demand hopes
• Businesses hope PM's speech will provide guidelines on economic outlook


13 Aug 2009
• Upbeat Fed comments spark partial US dollar recovery
• Fed comments spark Wall Street gains
• Oil joins equities rally, despite US inventory rise
• Fed holds rates near zero, sees stabilising economy


12 Aug 2009
• HKEX posts Q2 net profit of US$200m
• British unemployment rate hits 7.8%, highest since 1996
• Life insurance industry sees 38% growth in new sales in Q2
• Fed to take slow road back to normal interest rates
• Singapore property market booms despite recession
• Madoff's right-hand man pleads guilty to fraud, conspiracy
• US stocks slide again ahead of Fed rate decision
• US dollar wobbles as Fed meets; yen jumps
• Fed to stay aggressive despite recovery signs


11 Aug 2009
• Singapore economy expanded by 20.7% in Q2
• Australian business confidence at two-year high
• Canada, China to strengthen economic ties
• Bank of Japan holds super-low interest rates steady
• Wall Street lower on profit-taking ahead of Fed meeting
• US dollar gains against euro ahead of US Fed meeting
• Oil prices ease amid supply, dollar concerns


10 Aug 2009
• Reports say Lloyds bank plans to raise US$25b
• Krugman says world avoided "Great Depression 2.0"
• Japan's core machinery orders rebound 9.7% in June


09 Aug 2009
• Fed to stay supportive even with US economy healing
• Stock exchanges hit highest levels this year
• EU defends action against Intel after report leaked


08 Aug 2009
• PM Lee calls for unity to face challenges ahead
• IMF boosts loan to Pakistan by US$3.2b
• Obama says US economy saved from 'catastrophe'
• Oil prices drop as dollar rise nips rally
• Wall Street hits fresh 2009 highs on upbeat jobs data
• News Corp tests charge-for-content policy at Sunday Times
• Recovery seen as German exports pick up


07 Aug 2009
• Oil prices fall, remain above US$74 in London
• Asia's Easy-Money Policies: Fueling New Bubbles?
• Troubled US insurer AIG back in profit
• State-rescued RBS reports surge in bad debts
• Asset bubble may be forming in China
• China's New Purchasing Powerhouse: Women
• News Corp to charge for online newspapers
• US Senate votes to save 'Cash for Clunkers' programme
• US deficit climbs to US$1.3 trillion
• Fannie Mae suffers massive loss, seeks more aid
• ECB, Bank of England hold interest rates steady
• Wall Street stocks end lower ahead of key July labour data
• US dollar firms as market braces for payrolls data
• Oil prices fall after hitting US$76


06 Aug 2009
• New US jobless claims fall to 550,000 in week
• Bank of England to pump extra US$84b into economy
• Signs of stabilisation in aviation industry, says ICAO
• Auto industry finds eco-friendly initiatives boost sales
• Obama launches economic counter-attack
• China central bank to fine-tune monetary policy
• Japan sees rays of hope for economy
• India's outsourcing sector hits tough times
• Obama's trade policy faces test in Chinese tire tariffs case
• Experts doubtful about China-led recovery
• News Corp. dives into annual loss of US$3.4b
• US dollar flat despite weak economic data
• US stocks slip on weak jobs, services sector data
• Oil prices rise on weakening dollar


05 Aug 2009
• US private sector cut 371,000 jobs in July: ADP
• 'Green' initiatives, technology boost sales in auto industry
• US services sector resumes nosedive
• CAO posts 42% drop in net profit for 1H 2009 on lower fuel prices
• Market for business analytics expected to grow amid uncertain economy
• Lloyds bank posts huge loss as bad debts surge
• Report says Shanghai bourse to see foreign listings next year
• Wall Street ekes out gains in choppy session
• Euro steadies against dollar after 8-month peak
• New York oil price ease after bull run
• Deutsche Boerse says profits fall by a third


04 Aug 2009
• US consumer spending rises, incomes fall
• British bank Northern Rock's losses deepen
• UBS posts US$1.32 billion losses for Q2
• 'Cash for Clunkers' drives up US auto sales
• Euro surges against US dollar as recovery beckons
• Wall Street rally pushes S&P above 1,000 for first time since Nov 4
• Oil prices rally on outlook, weaker dollar
• BoA to pay US$33m to settle Merrill accusations
• India's foundry industry experiencing revival


03 Aug 2009
• US manufacturing nears return to growth
• Indonesia eyes 5% growth target for 2010
• Barclays says H1 profits jump almost 10% to US$3.2b
• IEA official warns of shrinking oil supplies
• Guardian group mulls closure of Observer newspaper


02 Aug 2009
• KKR plans to list Toys R Us on stock market


01 Aug 2009
• Obama says stimulus helping 'put the brakes' on recession
• Wall Street mixed on GDP report
• US dollar weakens after US GDP data
• Oil prices shoot up after US GDP data
• Ford to cut 600 jobs in Spain
• GDP figures show recession is being braked, says Obama


31 Jul 2009
• Improving US economy shows 1.0% contraction
• Sale of Optima@Tanah Merah brought forward due to queues
• Japan's MUFG first quarter profits soar 48%
• Japan's ANA flies into red in Q1
• Japan's Mizuho Financial posts Q1 loss of US$47m
• Japan's jobless rate hits six-year high of 5.4% in June
• Euro creeps higher as risk appetite picks up
• Corporate news propel US stocks to end higher
• US economy likely to contract in second quarter, says Obama
• Oil prices rebound on equity surge, weaker dollar
• Motorola rebounds, posts profit


30 Jul 2009
• ExxonMobil profit slumps 66% to US$3.95b
• Technology will feature more prominently in SGX's business in the future
• Asian economies should adopt unilateral liberalisation, widen supply chains
• China central bank to maintain credit policy
• Share prices mask uncertain India economy outlook
• Microsoft-Yahoo! deal draws mixed reviews
• Australia PM warns of long recovery, unemployment to rise
• UN agency says budget shortfall will cut food aid
• US trustee sues Madoff's wife for US$45m
• New Zealand interest rate unchanged at record low
• IMF to boost coffers for poor nations by bln
• Dollar extends gains after mixed data
• Wall Street sees modest profit taking
• Oil prices plunge on rising US reserves
• US economy shows signs of stabilising: Beige Book
• Soaring China debut for world's largest IPO in 16 months
• Obama sees 'beginning of the end' of recession
• Porsche expects pre-tax loss of up to US$7b
• German airline Lufthansa posts sharp drop in sales
• India's outsourcing sector sees export growth slide
• Oil prices slump to US$63


29 Jul 2009
• Germany consumer prices fall for first time in 22 years
• Yahoo, Microsoft in Web search partnership
• Over S$27.5b invested in Marina Bay from private and public sector
• Yahoo!, Microsoft near search deal, says WSJ
• Dollar rebounds amid renewed caution
• Sprint Nextel buying Virgin Mobile
• Wall Street momentum limits profit taking
• Oil prices retreat amid fresh caution
• Weak job market hits US consumer confidence
• Oil prices subdued


28 Jul 2009
• Manpower Minister urges employers and workers to stay flexible, positive
• Deutsche Bank's Q2 net profit up 68%
• Canada's mini-Madoff fraudster surrenders
• Geithner, Wang say cooperation key to global recovery
• Late rebound gives Wall Street modest gains
• Oil extends gains on economic optimism
• Ryanair returns to profit in first quarter
• Euro rises on buoyant German consumer confidence


27 Jul 2009
• Clinton, Geithner seek action with China on economy


26 Jul 2009
• China, India can help, not save world economy
• Airline dogfight over lucrative Pacific route


25 Jul 2009
• Australia faces long, tough road to recovery, says PM Rudd
• Microsoft down over 8% on weak fourth quarter
• Dow extends rally; Nasdaq dips on weak earnings
• Oil prices rise on brighter economic outlook
• BP drops plan to build refinery in east Canada


24 Jul 2009
• Oil steady as traders track equities
• British economy sees record contraction in Q2
• Japan's economy recovering, but risks remain
• California lawmakers prepare for key budget vote
• Euro slips against US dollar as oil prices gain
• Dow tops 9,000 as Wall Street cheers earnings, housing data
• Ford returns to profit amid debt reduction gains
• Oil prices surge on hints of US recovery


23 Jul 2009
• New US weekly jobless claims jump
• Sharpening focus on top range customers can help companies increase profits
• First Reit's Q2 DPU up 0.5% on-year
• Ascott Residences Q2 DPU drops
• Japan trade surplus logs first rise in 20 months
• EBay reports profit plunges 29%
• Wall Street's blue chips falter but Nasdaq extends rally


22 Jul 2009
• Wells Fargo's profit jumps 81% to US$3.17b
• Pfizer's Q2 earnings fall 19% to US$2.26b
• Japan should avoid deflation spiral, says BoJ official
• Anger over details of California budget crisis deal
• Yahoo! beats expectations with US$143m profits in quarter
• US dollar mixed after Bernanke comments
• Oil prices climb on positive US company results


21 Jul 2009
• Bernanke sees US upturn, seeks to keep easy credit
• Colliers says property investment activity rose in Q2
• Light manual labour for Madoff in prison
• Doha round, global slump top APEC talks
• Australian treasurer says worst may be over
• Euro vaults against US dollar on market optimism
• US stocks rally on renewed optimism, CIT rescue hopes
• Oil rides higher on improved recovery outlook


20 Jul 2009
• US leading index jumps 0.7% in June
• Singapore shares close up 1.04 %
• German producer prices plunge in June
• Germany may force state aid on banks
• Report says CIT nearing US$3b rescue deal


19 Jul 2009
• Battle to save Toyota's unionised California plant
• Indonesia bombs jolt expats, investors after years of peace
• Saudi Sabic swings back to profit in Q2


18 Jul 2009
• Inaugural investment education fair hopes to attract 20,000
• Banking results show sector healing but fragile
• Dollar sees safe-haven flows after Indonesia blasts
• Wall Street mostly higher, Dow makes five-day rally
• Oil prices rise after positive US housing data


17 Jul 2009
• Citigroup posts US$4.3b profit on one-time gain
• General Electric quarterly profits down 49%
• US housing starts, permits surge in June
• Cisco Systems lays off hundreds of workers
• Bank of America tops forecasts with US$3.2b profit
• US videogame sales down in June
• Wall Street extends rally to fourth day
• Oil prices close mixed on economic worries
• CIT on the brink after bailout talks fail


16 Jul 2009
• Singapore shares close 0.49% higher
• Mitsubishi UFJ to boost capital by US$3.9b
• US treasury refuses emergency aid to struggling lender CIT
• Wall Street surges on Intel earnings, Fed outlook
• Fed sees rebound in second half of 2009


15 Jul 2009
• US industrial production down 0.4% in June
• APEC trade ministers to discuss financial crisis recovery
• Bank of Japan holds rates, extends emergency steps
• European fine sends Intel into the red
• US dollar edges higher on mixed economic data
• Wall Street wobbles higher, helped by Goldman Sachs
• US retail sales rise 0.6% in June
• Oil prices mixed as demand worries persist
• Thailand increasing profile of local products for export market


14 Jul 2009
• Goldman Sachs posts US$3.44b profit
• Strong biomedical sector pulls S'pore out of recession
• NTUC says slowdown in GDP contraction doesn't mean recovery in sight
• Singapore shares close up 1.94%
• Strong growth suggests Singapore emerging from recession
• Madoff bound for medium-security prison
• Oil prices slip in murk of recovery worries
• Dollar steady ahead of earnings, economic reports
• Financials lead big Wall Street rally
• US budget deficit reaches more than one trillion dollars
• Dollar dips before data, earnings
• Oil prices drop under US$59
• US$560b plan to pump African solar power to Europe


13 Jul 2009
• Economists see good growth in Asia going into second half of 2009
• Economists expect Singapore's economy to grow by 15-23% in Q2
• China construction giant set for massive IPO
• Slow stimulus spending brings out complaints


12 Jul 2009
• Number of applications for financial assistance stabilises in Q2
• Summer bonuses plunge record 16.6% in Japan
• White House economic advisor says worst yet to come


11 Jul 2009
• French lawmakers debate contentious Sunday trading bill
• Wall Street waffles on murky economic outlook
• Oil falls below US$60 in New York


10 Jul 2009
• Dollar's dominance under fire at G8 summit
• US trade gap shrinks to nine-year low
• Drop in casino earnings around the globe unlikely to hit S'pore's IRs
• More unionised firms re-employing older workers: NTUC
• IEA sees dramatic turnaround in global economic growth in 2010
• SKorea's central bank improves outlook on economy
• Wall Street ekes out gains amid recovery worries
• Oil prices creep up after sliding below US$60
• Sprint hands over network operations to Ericsson


09 Jul 2009
• US initial jobless claims fall to six-month low
• India's economic reforms present many opportunities for regional investors
• Markets welcome Yudhoyono "landslide" in Indonesia vote
• Australian jobless rate edges up to 5.8% in June
• US selects 9 firms for 'toxic asset' plan
• Wall Street mixed in hesitant trade
• G8 rifts emerge as economic danger signs spied
• German industrial output leaps higher


08 Jul 2009
• IMF hikes 2010 growth forecast to 2.5%
• Japanese bankruptcies top 8,000 in first half
• OPEC cuts forecasts for global oil demand
• Prices of HDB resale market stable for now
• Hong Kong bankers guilty plea on insider trading
• S'pore businesses urged to step up on branding efforts during recession
• Global equities slip on poor economic outlook
• Japan machinery orders fall to record low in May
• US dollar mixed as market girds for G8
• Economic, earnings jitters drag down US stocks
• Oil prices slump under US$63
• US may need a second stimulus, says Obama adviser


07 Jul 2009
• Global IPO activity shows uplift in Q2 2009 with 76 IPOs
• Indian media offers cautious budget reaction
• A brand new slate of NMPs in the House
• Wall Street hesitant amid conflicting data
• Oil prices slide on demand worries


06 Jul 2009
• Hong Kong govt says economy likely to improve in Q2
• CBRE says fall in office rents eases in Q2
• Ernst & Young says most financial services companies won't see growth until H1 2010
• Lanxess to implement groundbreaking technology for Butyl rubber plant in S'pore
• G8 surveys financial crisis aftershocks


05 Jul 2009
• Taiwan benefits from China's economic stimulus
• Sarkozy pries open France's door to Sunday shopping
• Standard and Poor's maintains Philippines' ratings


04 Jul 2009
• BT offers staff a year at home for pay cut
• New bubbles rising in China property market


03 Jul 2009
• Asian markets mixed after grim US jobs data
• Singapore shares close 0.91% lower
• Asia tested as music industry seeks to boost sales
• Obama sure of rebound despite job loss figures
• Wall Street slumps on weak job numbers
• US dollar gains as US jobs report rattles markets
• Oil prices slide on weak US jobs report


02 Jul 2009
• US loses 467,000 jobs, unemployment at 9.5%
• ECB keeps interest rate steady, downplays deflation risk
• Singapore stocks poised for spectacular rebound
• Singapore shares down 1.35%
• ADB says Asia will be first to rise out of global recession
• Australia records biggest trade deficit in a year
• Wall Street gains as third quarter opens


01 Jul 2009
• US private sector cuts 473,000 jobs in June
• 90% of investors polled optimistic about market opportunities despite downturn
• MasterCard survey shows Singapore consumers plan to save more
• Marks and Spencer's sales rise in first quarter
• MM Lee speaks of need to restructure airport operations
• Japanese banks Shinsei, Aozora announce plan to merge
• ECB rate held despite deflation danger, say analysts
• Japanese business confidence improves for first time in 2.5 years
• Market jitters send investors rushing to dollar
• Wall Street sinks along with consumer confidence
• British bank Lloyds slashes another 2,100 jobs
• Oil prices slide on sagging US consumer confidence
• UK economy shrinks fastest since 1958


30 Jun 2009
• US consumer confidence sinks
• Fraser Commercial Trust to raise S$213.9m through rights issue
• Mobile broadband speeds expected to go up with LTE launch
• STI exceeds analysts' expectations in first half of 2009
• Hong Kong equities see strong first half performance
• Is a Trade War with China Brewing?
• Recession woes prompt rise in CIA applications
• Malaysia liberalises economy as recession looms
• Japan's Elpida set for US$1.7b rescue
• Japan's May unemployment hits over 5-year high af 5.2%
• US stocks end higher on economic optimism
• Oil leaps on Nigerian tensions, China demand


29 Jun 2009
• Wall Street swindler Madoff jailed for 150 years
• Prices of new private homes could rise by 5-10% in 2H 2009: analysts
• Madoff's victims speak ahead of sentencing
• New Zealand posts fourth straight trade surplus


28 Jun 2009
• Hong Kong yet to emerge from financial crisis
• Eurozone rates on hold, say analysts
• Ryanair to order up to 300 new planes by year-end


27 Jun 2009
• Prosecutors ask for 150 years in jail for Madoff
• Japan's Elpida reportedly to receive US$2.1b in aid
• US stocks mixed in profit-taking after rally
• Taiwan's economy contraction slows in May
• Spain announces 9-billion-euro banking fund


26 Jun 2009
• Oil prices hit reverse as Wall Street slips
• Swiss bank UBS seeks fresh cash
• US consumer spending rises as incomes surge
• MOF releases list of Economic Strategies Committee members
• GDP revision fuels boost onm Wall Street
• Dollar mixed as markets mull Fed
• British Airways staff agree to work for free
• Fed acted 'with integrity' on Merrill-BofA deal


25 Jun 2009
• 17,000 in Singapore out of millionaire club due to financial crisis
• US economy shrank at 5.5% in 1st quarter
• Airlines revenues sink as H1N1 flu adds to woes
• Analysts see increased activity in investment sales market in Q2
• Master swindler Madoff to be sentenced on Monday
• South Korea says economic outlook less gloomy
• Japan's Shinsei, Aozora say in merger talks
• Oil below US$69 in Asia as US dollar strengthens
• Oil prices dip as dollar strengthens
• UN debate financial crisis with eye on developing world


24 Jun 2009
• OECD says recession near low-point
• European house prices reel from recession
• Orders for US durable goods surge in May
• Fed seeks to steer economy amid signs of recovery
• Dollar gains on yen in Asia with eyes on Fed
• US stocks close mixed amid Fed meeting
• US dollar wobbles as Fed meeting opens
• Oil prices rebound amid dollar fall, Iranian crisis
• Ikea cuts 5,000 jobs due to economic crisis


23 Jun 2009
• Federal Reserve to provide clues on US recovery
• Asian shares slump on global recovery fears, profit-taking
• Philippines says budget deficit soars 556.2% on-year
• US draws line with China on climate technology
• Madoff feeder fund charged with fraud
• US dollar mostly firm; euro hit by budget woes
• Japan's newest airport needs over 1m passengers every year


22 Jun 2009
• Apple's Jobs makes first statement since January leave
• Gold glitters amid global recession
• Thai PM says country's economy should be on recovery track by year-end
• Thai PM says economy to turn positive this year


21 Jun 2009
• Singapore's "Father of Counselling" Anthony Yeo dies
• Japan's key Tankan survey to post big leap
• Fed to stamp out idea of early rate hike


20 Jun 2009
• World's hungry top one billion, says UN food agency
• Vietnam legislature lowers growth target
• Prosecutors want delay in Madoff restitution decision
• Apple CEO gets liver transplant
• Taiwan's income gap at record high
• Moves away from safe havens hit dollar
• US stocks end mixed, surrender early gains
• Airbus says Paris Show eclipses expectations
• NYSE Euronext to buy 20% stake in Qatar bourse
• Sony vows comeback after posting dismal loss


19 Jun 2009
• Central Europe leaders in talks on global crisis
• Pay cuts for SIA management, CEO
• Sephora to open Asia's largest store in ION mall
• China ends nine-month IPO ban
• Wall Street mainly higher after positive data
• Oil prices drift higher in wary market


18 Jun 2009
• Key US economic index surges for second month
• Survey shows business sentiment up, more expats moving to S'pore
• Experts expect number of marriages to go up during economic downturn
• US initial jobless claims rise, after four-week fall
• Survey shows Australian business confidence soars
• Schwarzenegger vows to veto California tax boost
• US dollar slides after weak US inflation data
• FedEx reports higher quarterly loss


17 Jun 2009
• US consumer prices rise 0.1% in May
• Aviation companies optimistic that industry may be poised for take off next year
• British unemployment rate climbs to 7.2%
• China launches war on graft in boom city
• Wall Street stumbles for second straight day
• Michelin to slash more than 1,000 jobs in France


16 Jun 2009
• Malaysia aiming to boost liquidity in its stock market
• US wholesale prices rise for second month
• US industrial output drops sharply in May
• HK's unemployment rate stays at four-year high of 5.3% in Q1
• Hong Kong's ministers to take pay cut
• IDA investing S$20m to help IT grads and professionals
• Oil prices below US$70 in Asian trade
• Madoff victims spew avalanche of insults
• US dollar jumps on European financial concerns, Russian backing
• Time to 'rebrand' the civil service?
• Wall Street dives on recovery worries, profit-taking
• Boeing, Airbus lift gloom at Paris Air Show


15 Jun 2009
• IMF projects 'solid' US recovery in mid-2010
• Sluggish demand, fluctuating exchange rates two top barriers in regional trade
• Eurozone sheds record 1.2 million jobs
• JAL to cut flights in Asia on slow recovery
• Dismal economy, Air France crash over Paris show
• Detroit summit seeks new economic vision
• British businesses say no economic growth until 2010
• Airbus warns of possible big drop in orders this year
• Paris Air Show opens under a cloud


14 Jun 2009
• PC Show 2009 attracts 1.13 million visitors
• Turnout disappoints in French crisis protests


13 Jun 2009
• Shaky recovery hopes dominate G8 finance talks
• Wall Street mixed after rudderless session


12 Jun 2009
• Bank worries, shaky recovery cloud G8 finance talks
• Shipping trusts in spotlight during recent rally
• Developing economies to find it harder to recover from current crisis: UNDP
• Australian govt furious over bank's rate hike
• Singapore shares close down 0.20%
• World awaits recovery as G8 finance chiefs meet
• British Finance Minister urges nations to clean up banks
• US dollar weak on growing risk appetite
• Wall Street gains on retail, jobless reports
• Oil prices surge after IEA report shows stirring demand


11 Jun 2009
• US initial jobless claims fall for fourth week
• US retail sales up 0.5% in May
• Some Asia Pacific countries may risk losing out on aid funds
• Thousands show up at opening of PC Show 2009
• China ready to resume IPOs after de facto freeze
• SKorea freezes key interest rate at 2%, says downturn is over
• Data shows Japan's economy shrank less than thought in Q1
• South Korean-led consortium to buy AIG HQ in New York
• Nikkei tops 10,000 for first time since October
• US dollar up against euro, yen on trade concerns
• Wall Street hit by rising commodities, bond yields
• Few signs of economic recovery, says Fed Beige Book


10 Jun 2009
• Commodities prices may surge due to green movement gaining momentum
• US trade deficit widens in April
• Lufthansa boss lashes out at oil 'speculators'
• Britain explores sale of Northern Rock
• Most S'pore companies planning radical business model changes: survey
• Oil prices breach US$71 in Asian trade
• S'pore among top 10 most expensive locations in Asia: survey
• Japan's May wholesale prices drop most in 22 years
• US dollar down versus euro on rate fears
• Wall Street gains capped by bond fears
• Oil price closes above US$70


09 Jun 2009
• German retail giant goes bust, 43,000 jobs at risk
• Pharma giant GlaxoSmithKline eyeing growth opportunities in Asian markets
• Bread and butter issues top concerns in feedback to REACH
• German retail giant Arcandor files for bankruptcy
• China says Nasdaq-style board only for experienced traders
• China airs fears on US debt, dollar
• US dollar keeps momentum from jobs data
• Oil prices slip amid dollar bounce
• Faster banking sector 'cleansing' needed, says IMF head
• Obama speeds up stimulus spending


08 Jun 2009
• Top economies signal recession may be easing
• Global airlines to lose US$9b in 2009, says IATA


07 Jun 2009
• Average income of low-wage workers up by 9% over past two years
• Japanese automakers race ahead with green cars
• Thai PM says loan will create up to two million jobs
• Saudis to create bond market


06 Jun 2009
• Cirque du Soleil prepares for new Macau special
• US appeals court clears way for Chrysler's exit from bankruptcy
• Late fade leaves Wall Street mixed after jobs data
• Oil prices fall after spike above US$70


05 Jun 2009
• Japan's electronic giant Sharp sees hopes in China
• Revised growth figures confirm SKorea avoided recession
• Wall Street hesitates, ends higher
• Oil prices near US$70
• Intel buying Wind River Systems for US$884m
• Malaysia's exports plunge 26.3% in April


04 Jun 2009
• ECB, BoE hold record low rates, analysts eye bonds
• New US jobless claims dip for third week
• IATA chief says outlook bleak for airline industry
• ADB lends Indonesia one billion dollars
• Australia economic growth appears stronger
• US stocks drift lower in profit-taking
• US dollar rebounds from lows after eurozone data


03 Jun 2009
• US private sector sheds 532,000 jobs in May
• US services index posts best reading in seven months
• Bernanke says US needs to address deficits
• Singapore sees sharpest drop in office occupany costs: global survey
• Australia dodges recession after surprise growth
• Half of SMEs believe global economy will rebound in 2010
• Australia economy posts surprise growth, avoids recession
• US shares edge higher on home, auto sales data
• US dollar hit by Russia comments, improved outlook


02 Jun 2009
• China's Hu gives Geithner vote of confidence
• Recession far from bottoming out, says PM Lee
• US dollar ends flat against euro after sharp fall
• Strong rally lifts Wall Street as economic hopes rise
• Oil soars above US$68 to seven-month high


01 Jun 2009
• US factory sector sees positive signs
• US consumer spending continues to fall
• GM, Citi make way for Cisco, Travelers in Dow
• US judge approves sale of Chrysler to Fiat
• 8,000 workers to be trained as 32 hotels sign up for SPUR
• Golf: Lexus Cup falls victim to economic crisis
• Japanese auto sales fall in May
• GM to lose prestigious spot on Dow


30 May 2009
• Wall Street faces data barrage, GM bankruptcy in coming week
• US Treasury reaches out to China
• US court likely to rule Monday on Chrysler-Fiat
• Dollar sinks to 2009 low against euro
• Improved outlook pushes oil above US$66
• Wall Street caps positive week on upbeat note
• Ireland to inject 4 billion euros into Anglo Irish Bank
• GM tweaks rescue plan as Chrysler back in court


29 May 2009
• Eurozone inflation hits zero
• US economy shrank revised 5.7% in first quarter
• Singapore shares close up 1.57%
• Dell quarterly net profit down 63% to US$290m
• Chrysler needs Fiat deal to survive, says CEO
• Future of newspapers is digital, says News Corp. chairman
• Japan's April factory output jumps, but unemployment rises, CPI down
• Oil prices breach US$65
• Wall Street rises as bond market tensions ease
• Geithner to reassure China on investment
• German unemployment rate falls to 8.2%
• Chrysler rescue bid enters second day in court


28 May 2009
• Malaysian economy to contract by 4-5% in 2009
• US new home sales edge higher in April
• Oil price soars to six-month highs
• New US jobless claims fall in past week
• OPEC holds output steady, sees economic recovery
• Italian industrial confidence continues rise
• Philippines teetering into recession
• New Zealand cancels tax cuts in new budget
• Court weighs Chrysler rescue, GM bankruptcy looms
• US stocks slide on GM bankruptcy, debt concerns
• US banks swing into profit, but bad loans mount
• Euro falls against dollar on economic data


27 May 2009
• Oil price hits six-month peak on eve of OPEC meet
• Bank of America closes in on Fed capital target
• Downturn an opportunity for China, S'pore to invest in its people: MM Lee
• OCBC analysts say recovery in sight for Singapore by year-end
• Malaysia heads for recession after 6.2% Q1 contraction
• H1N1 flu not likely to have major impact on Singapore's economy
• Survey shows US recession to end in second half
• Japan posts trade surplus as export slump eases
• Medvedev reaches out to Russia's struggling businesses
• Oil prices hit new six month high
• Surge in US consumer confidence lifts stocks
• Santander to pay US$235m to settle Madoff claims
• Oil prices hold close to US$60


26 May 2009
• US consumer confidence leaps to 8-month high
• Virgin Atlantic says annual profits almost double
• NZ posts biggest April trade surplus since 2001


25 May 2009
• Porsche fights off bankruptcy talk
• Brazil seeking Asian investors to develop its ports sector
• S'pore manufacturing outlook bleak, despite what some see as green shoots
• S$660m from SPC sale can provide strong financial buffer for Keppel
• Oil projects expected to decline by 25% on year in 2009
• Singapore shares close 0.99% higher
• BoJ chief sees 'mild recovery' for Japan
• China to resume IPOs as early as next month: govt
• Asian shares mostly higher but lack momentum


24 May 2009
• World Bank chief warns about economic crisis
• Plunge in Trade Is a Boon for Singapore Ship Suppliers
• Three NGOs form coalition called Solidarity for Migrant Workers
• US, China set to grapple with currency, trade concerns
• Californians face up to grim future as deficit spirals


23 May 2009
• Strong defence gives SAF confidence to build better future during difficult times
• Wall Street stocks slip in volatile pre-holiday trade


22 May 2009
• British economy at weakest for 30 years
• Bank of Japan sees recession easing, holds rates
• US Treasury injects another US$7.5b into GMAC
• Currency markets shaken by downgrade fears
• US stocks slump on recovery worries
• Oil prices fall after spike above US$62
• Key US economic index up first time in 7 months


21 May 2009
• US new jobless claims dip to 631,000
• Tiger Airways report 25% increase in revenue for financial year 2008/2009
• Asian markets fall on US forecast, profit-taking
• Outlook on UK economy downgraded to 'negative'
• Singapore keeps 2009 GDP outlook at -6% and -9%
• Wall Street stocks wilt on economic worries
• Euro hits four-month high against US dollar
• Oil prices in New York breach US$62
• Fed sees tentative signs of economic improvement


20 May 2009
• Morgan Stanley warns MAS redemption event could occur soon with Pinnacle Notes 1
• More S'poreans turning to government for assistance
• US stocks mostly lower on housing concerns
• US dollar weaker on sharper risk appetite
• Marks & Spencer profits slump, dividends slashed
• Oil prices hit US$60 in New York


19 May 2009
• US home building starts, permits hit record lows
• Recession brings business to Cambridge Institute
• MOM focuses attention on developing globally competitive workforce
• Survey shows that beverage prices remain little changed between Feb and Apr
• Tokyo stocks up 3% in early trade
• Euro rises as investor optimism gains
• US stocks soar on upbeat earnings
• Oil price hits US$59 on Nigeria unrest
• US economic recovery will be 'bumpy', says Geithner


18 May 2009
• Equity markets appear to be anticipating an economic recovery, says Blackrock
• Oil prices gain ground on Nigeria unrest
• Pharmaceutical firms explore unconventional collaborations
• Indian markets applaud Congress win with share surge
• Australian PM blames poll slump on tough budget


17 May 2009
• SEC lawyers probed for insider trading


16 May 2009
• Job losses as GM, Chrysler close dealerships
• Oil prices fall sharply on economic concerns
• Drop on Wall Street caps week of consolidation
• 40,000 march in Brussels to defend jobs
• Regulators urge Bank of America board overhaul


15 May 2009
• Sumitomo Mitsui posts US$3.9b loss
• Recession storms across Europe
• Nominations for entrepreneur of the year award open till end June
• Singapore shares close 0.83% higher
• Taiwan sees revival in employment market
• Japan's machinery orders down 1.3% in March
• Tough two-and-a-half years as an MP, says Mdm Halimah
• Dollar mostly lower as traders cue on Wall Street
• Wall Street looks past weak data, pushes higher
• Deflation risks still persist despite growing injection of govt funds


14 May 2009
• JTC Corporation allows operator tender for rock cavern project to lapse
• Oil demand 'deeply depressed', says IEA
• US jobless claims rise to 637,000
• Manufacturers see new orders coming but face challenges
• Olam International posts 56% rise in Q3 net profit to S$87m
• BT axes up to 15,000 more jobs after losses
• S'pore's April container throughput falls 18% on-year to 2.09m boxes
• Singapore shares close 2.89% lower
• Oil prices slide in Asian trade
• US lawmakers target China's currency policy
• US proposes new regulations on derivatives
• US dollar firms against euro on dashed recovery hopes
• Weak retail data sends US stocks tumbling
• Oil prices sink on worries about US growth, demand


13 May 2009
• US weighs bank pay overhaul
• US retail sales fall in April
• Naval spending still going strong despite global financial crisis
• US foreclosures hit record high in April for second month
• Japan's current account surplus in March down 48.8% to US$15.3b
• IMF says corporate woes rise as Asia reels from crisis
• PC software piracy rate in Singapore dips
• Wall Street sputters as traders assess gains
• Oil prices hit six-month high on weak dollar


12 May 2009
• Asian firms shift focus from cost-cutting to preparations for recovery
• Australia unveils record US$44.1b budget deficit
• Positive hiring outlook for private banking despite global financial crisis
• Global economy at turning point, say central bankers
• Wall Street pulls back after heady gains
• US dollar firms against euro
• Oil prices drop on profit-taking after rallies
• Singapore's investment in tourism industry helps keep economy ahead


11 May 2009
• Obama deficit forecasts rise by nearly US$90b
• NTUC and its 12 social enterprises offer 1,200 jobs at fair
• The storm isn't over yet, says labour chief
• Japan's MUFG to get Morgan Stanley shares
• US dollar rebounds in Asia as traders eye recovery
• Economic crisis heightens Africa's conflict tensions
• Recession threatens Mideast oil exporters, says IMF


10 May 2009
• Patient satisfaction with public hospital services dips


09 May 2009
• Obama urges passage of credit card reform
• US shares rally on positive bank tests, jobs data
• Oil prices boosted by jobs data


08 May 2009
• Stress tests lift uncertainty over US banks
• US unemployment hits 8.9%, job losses moderate
• Recent rally in global markets not a bull run yet, says Franklin Templeton
• Oil prices rise above US$57 in London trade
• RBS reports 857 million pounds net loss
• AIG close to selling Tokyo building
• Japan's Toshiba announces its biggest annual loss
• Toyota posts first annual loss of US$4.4b
• Australia's central bank slashes growth forecast
• Tanglin Club members call to scrap 'unfair' limits on S'poreans
• Harmonious ties among tripartite partners key to tackling recession
• Bond jitters hammer Wall Street ahead of bank tests
• Oil prices bounce above US$58 per barrel
• US jobless benefit claims dip


07 May 2009
• Wall Street Journal to launch Japanese website
• Eurozone interest rate cut to record low
• RHB Bank launches Islamic banking unit in Singapore
• Parkway Life REIT achieves 17% rise in Q1 DPU of 1.89 cents
• Singapore shares close up 2.87%
• Tokyo stocks surge 4.55% to six-month high
• Swiss Re back to profitability in first quarter
• Nintendo bucks economic downturn with record profits
• Tokyo shares soar 4.5% by midday
• Hitachi hikes annual net loss forecast to US$8b
• New Zealand's jobless rate hits six-year high of 5%
• News Corp. posts flat quarterly net profit of US$2.7b
• More insurance schemes to help S'poreans cope with downturn
• Wall Street shakes off stress tests, extends gains
• Oil price jumps above US$56, first time in 2009
• BNP Paribas bank surprises with profits


06 May 2009
• Merrill Lynch says Singapore in midst of W-shaped recovery
• IMF sees "long, severe recession" for Asia
• Bank of America needs extra US$33.9 billion
• Eurozone set for one last rate cut
• Bank of England set to hold rates at record-low 0.5%
• NY Times raises prices
• Wall Street slips amid banking jitters
• US dollar climbs on Fed chief remarks, fresh services data
• Increased demand for Internet among rural dwellers in China


05 May 2009
• US economy could rebound in 2009, says Fed chief
• Pere Ocean looking to expanding into Australia, China
• Singapore shares close up 2.25%
• US banks may need more funds
• Wall Street rallies on recovery hopes
• Obama cracks down on tax havens, outsourcing companies
• JPMorgan says no need for additional capital


04 May 2009
• ADB sees 'mild recovery' next year as markets soar
• AIG close to selling building to Japanese company
• Australia's ANZ Bank looking at buying Asian assets


03 May 2009
• Australian treasurer warns of "unpopular" budget
• Markets expect more bailouts after bank stress tests
• Swine flu could worsen global recession, say analysts


02 May 2009
• Citigroup may need US$10b more in new capital
• US stocks drift up amid data, bank jitters
• Japan sees jobless surge, renewed deflation
• US to reveal 'stress test' results on banks May 7
• Indian exports dive 33% in March
• Asian Development Bank set for Bali meeting
• Malaysian jobseekers see worsening job market


01 May 2009
• US manufacturing sector's contraction moderates further
• Employers welcome government's move to expand SPUR
• SMFG to buy chunk of Citigroup in Japan
• Madoff investment company auctioned for US$25.5m
• Japanese unemployment hits four year high of 4.8%
• US House votes credit card curbs
• Japanese consumer prices suffer first fall in 18 months
• US dollar firms against euro on US consumer pullback
• US stocks end mixed as Chrysler files for bankruptcy
• Oil prices mixed on murky economic signals


30 Apr 2009
• Analysts say extent of swine flu impact on STI unclear
• Recession hits German labour market
• Singapore shares jump 3.82%
• CCT to turn ground floor space at Market Street property into food court
• Phone maker Ericsson says profits down by 30%
• BASF posts weak earnings, warns 2009 will be tough
• Taiwan to allow Chinese investments in stock market
• New Zealand cuts interest rates to record low of 2.5%
• Obama "hopeful" Chrysler, GM can be stronger than ever
• Japan's factory output up for first time in six months
• Singapore shares up 2.19% in early trade
• Chrysler could be forced into bankruptcy
• Wall Street surges, sees seeds of recovery in GDP
• US dollar pares losses after Fed statement
• Oil prices climb on recovery hopes
• Time Warner's profit down, expects to spin off AOL


29 Apr 2009
• US recession shifts to business as GDP falls 6.1% in Q1
• Private sector lending growth down to 3.2% in March
• China prepared to allow foreign bonds, shares
• US economy slid at 6.1% pace in first quarter
• Tripartite Upturn Strategy teams formed to help companies tackle downturn
• Swine flu adds new dimension of risk to Singapore's economic growth
• Fed Reserve expected to keep easy credit flowing for weak economy
• Irish economy facing record downturn, says think-tank


28 Apr 2009
• Fed Reserve likely to maintain credit push
• US consumer confidence rises in April
• Allianz, AmEx sell half of stakes in China's ICBC
• MM Lee says S'pore not taking any chances in dealing with swine flu
• Swine flu continues to weigh on Asian shares
• Private education sector sees growing demand amid economic downturn
• China trade chief says US protectionism growing
• GM, Chrysler in moves to avert bankruptcy
• Wall Street dips as swine flu prompts caution
• Oil prices slide on swine flu fears


27 Apr 2009
• Economic revival dominates Obama's first 100 days
• Tight credit market slows momentum to develop green projects
• Cheung Kong Holdings looking to invest in Singapore's property market
• Good customer service helps companies stand out in times of recession
• Swine flu spreads economic shivers
• Companies should pay more attention to work-life balance in downturn
• NTUC Fairprice donates another S$3.18m to U Care fund
• Tripartite partners must stay united to help manage downturn
• Stock markets dive on swine flu fears
• Shares of anti-flu pharma firm soars on Australian stock market
• Japan says economy to shrink 3.3% in fiscal year 2009


26 Apr 2009
• Fed to stay aggressive, but prepare for recovery
• Spanish clothes price war fuels deflation fears
• EU plans ambitious financial sector reform


25 Apr 2009
• IMF, World Bank meet as signs of recovery seen
• Oil prices rebound on weak dollar, strong equities
• Dollar hit as improved sentiment curbs safety trade
• Wall Street gets spark from Ford, economic data
• Report shows crisis traps more in poverty, hunger


24 Apr 2009
• Euro climbs as German business confidence recovers
• Oil prices rebound on weak dollar, strong equities
• Singapore should continue to lure top companies, talents
• Japan's Nomura posts record US$7.3b annual loss
• Spanish unemployment soars past 17%
• JAL, ANA say may scrap fuel surcharges
• US reportedly seeking Chrysler's bankruptcy plan
• Singapore shares close 0.38% lower
• British car output plunges 51% in March
• Obama vows end to abusive credit card practices
• Hynix reports sixth straight quarterly loss
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• US Federal Reserve denies pressuring Bank of America
• SKorea avoids recession with 0.1% economic growth in Q1
• Amazon net profit up, Kindle sales praised
• Japan central banker says US must fix system
• American Express to cut costs further after profit drop
• Oil prices stage modest gains on weaker dollar
• Dollar hit by weak housing, jobless data
• Sweet Apple results ease Wall Street angst
• US pressured Bank of America to buy Merrill, according to probe


23 Apr 2009
• US home sales drop 3% in March
• KDDI falls into loss in Q4 as handset sales slump
• iPhone helps AT&T beat expectations
• Japan's Nomura to log US$7.1 b net loss
• Genetic research: Time for a rethink?
• eBay net profit down 22%
• Dollar hit by angst on banking system 'stress tests'
• Oil mixed as markets mull inventories, outlook
• Wall Street stumbles as bank fears resurface
• Britain hits top earners with 50% income tax
• Taiwan unemployment hits record 5.81%
• Singapore named best seaport in Asia for 21st time


22 Apr 2009
• Britain expects surprise return to growth in 2009
• Morgan Stanley swings to Q1 loss of US$177m
• Barclays Wealth sees increasing chance of economic recovery by year-end
• Keppel Land registers 38.8% on-year drop in Q1 earnings
• IMF forecasts eurozone economy to contract 4.2%
• IMF says global economy to contract 1.3% in 2009
• IMF sees no US growth through 2010
• Top executive at US mortgage giant possibly killed himself
• Asian markets down as dealers await corporate results
• Singapore shares close 2.32% lower
• Japan to inject funds into ailing companies
• Analysts say hopes of a quick turnaround in property market fizzling out
• Japan logs first annual trade deficit since 1980 as exports dive
• New York Times Co. posts US$5m loss
• Banks help Wall Street rebound from bruising session
• Oil prices mixed ahead of US reserves data
• Germany mulls plan for 'bad banks'


21 Apr 2009
• IMF says global financial crisis to cost US$4 trillion
• Asian stocks fall on banking fears
• Singapore not preparing for 'green shoots' recovery
• Asian stocks slide on bank worries
• Australia likely in recession, says central bank chief
• Robust profits mask problems in bank sector
• Japanese stocks down 3.06% in morning trade
• Colombia seeks US$10.4b credit line, says IMF
• US dollar, yen gain as traders seek safety from financial crisis
• Software giant Oracle buys Java whiz Sun
• Oil prices dive as economic fears mount


20 Apr 2009
• Bank of America profits roar, on back of Merrill Lynch
• Customer satisfaction falls in S'pore; still lacking in after sales service
• China's sovereign wealth fund may invest in Europe
• Businesses see US economy's decline easing
• Worst over for Britain but no growth until 2010, says forecast
• Singapore shares kick off the week negative
• Global agreement near to tackle food speculators


19 Apr 2009
• Obama planning crack down on credit card abuses
• Concerns of fresh graduates dominate dialogue with Manpower Minister


18 Apr 2009
• Tour package prices down by 15% with more economy offers
• Labour Movement U Care fund crosses S$10m mark
• Eurozone interest rates won't go down to zero, says ECB chief
• Oil prices post small gains on positive US earnings
• Dollar buoyed by strong US results, eurozone fears
• Oil prices stage slight rebound


17 Apr 2009
• A-REIT posts 12.6% increase in distributable income
• Analysts say plans for ASEAN integration have suffered a setback
• Sony Ericsson to cut 2,000 jobs after losses
• UK economist says worst of recession may be over
• Google profit up but revenue drops for first time
• Singapore shares up 1.59% in morning trade
• Big US mall operator files for bankruptcy
• Google profit up but first quarterly revenue drop
• Wall Street gains on JPMorgan profits, jobless claims data
• Oil prices rise in tandem with Wall Street
• Retrenched Thai workers struggle to make ends meet
• US sees surprise drop in weekly jobless claims
• IMF sees 'sluggish' recovery from global recession


16 Apr 2009
• JPMorgan announces Q1 profit of US$2.1b
• Brazil's booming oil & gas sector attracts Singapore firms
• Slump delays new Canon plant for a second time
• China not manipulating undervalued currency, says US
• Japanese firms in talks on microchip merger
• Singapore shares 2.08% higher in morning trade
• US stocks stage late rally despite weak data
• Oil prices slip as US crude stocks strike 18-year high
• US economy remains weak, says Fed Beige Book


15 Apr 2009
• US industrial output falls to 10-year low
• Neptune Orient Lines to up cost-saving measures
• Asian markets mixed as Wall Street casts shadow
• Venture to help US newspapers make money on Web
• Yahoo! preparing new round of layoffs
• February retail sales down 5.7% on-year despite bounce in car sales
• Australia's economic activity lowest since 1982
• Singapore shares slip 2.06% in early trade
• Intel CEO says PC sales "bottomed out"
• A night in Singapore for just US$1
• US dollar gains on safe-haven status after weak data
• Oil prices fall on US retail sector, demand concerns
• 'Glimmers of hope' for US economy, says Obama


14 Apr 2009
• Fed chief says US recession easing, financial stability needed
• Han's Cafe & Cake House plans expansion despite downturn
• Asian firms urged to diversify away from bank loans to lower funding risk
• Japan's Sumitomo Metal eyes India venture, says report
• GM bankruptcy unlikely to be swift or simple
• Is the choke-hold on the global economy easing?
• Michelin to shut US factory, cutting 1,000 jobs
• Euro leaps ahead of US banking results flurry
• US stocks mixed on profit-taking
• Goldman Sachs posts US$1.81b profit for first quarter
• Oil prices slip after IEA downgrades global demand
• S&P upgrades Ford credit ratings after debt restructuring


13 Apr 2009
• General Motors stock skids on bankruptcy reports
• Asian markets up as dealers remain confident
• Singapore Press Holdings says Q2 profit fell 12.6%
• Market confident in strength of DBS management in wake of CEO's passing
• Singapore shares close 2.64% higher
• Govt won't intervene as loans still available to property developers
• US dollar moves narrowly amid holiday lull
• China eyes new stimulus to boost spending


11 Apr 2009
• IMF, Turkey to meet soon over loan deal
• US budget deficit hits nearly US$1 trillion
• Japan PM launches stimulus with eye on election
• Observers expect greater presence by China as world deals with recession
• Asian leaders hope to finalise crisis fund by May


10 Apr 2009
• Mounting pressure on governments to support local economy, but protectionism unlikely
• Taiwan passes US$4.41b stimulus plan
• General Motors eyes possible bankruptcy, says report
• US trade deficit plunge may ease economic slide
• South Korean economy to shrink 2.4% this year
• US stocks jump on Wells Fargo's record profit outlook
• Wells Fargo sees 'record' US$3b profit in Q1
• Oil prices soar on Wall Street equities rally
• Bank of England holds rates, promises more cash
• India's ship breaking industry thrives during recession
• ASEAN agrees on contributions to emergency fund


09 Apr 2009
• US trade deficit hits surprise nine-year low
• Aso pledges two million new jobs in three years
• World stocks win back ground before Easter break
• Australian jobless rate hits 5.7% in March
• Japan's ruling party approve US$154b stimulus plan
• De Beers prepares for turnover to halve
• Japan's machinery orders up 1.4% on-month in Feb
• Euro, US dollar steady as investors pause ahead of holidays
• Microsoft ordered to pay US$388m to Uniloc in patent case
• US stocks break two-day losing streak
• Oil prices recover slightly after US energy report
• US economy to expand 'slowly' next year, says Fed minutes
• Worldwide semiconductor revenue falls 5.4% in 2008
• SingTel wins top spot in recent Governance and Transparency Index


08 Apr 2009
• Global activity for IPOs likely to recover in 2-3 years
• World stock markets slide further
• Singapore shares close 1.02% lower
• Report says Japan eyeing new stimulus spending of US$150b
• Japan's Sharp sees deeper net loss
• Australian consumer confidence surges
• Asia stock markets down after Wall St tumble
• Oil prices dive in Asian trade
• Japan's current account surplus plunges in February
• US dollar and yen gain on market routs, eurozone recession
• US aluminium giant Alcoa suffers US$497m loss
• Oil prices sink again on worries about demand
• US consumer credit shows surprise drop


07 Apr 2009
• Hopes for recession turnaround take a hit
• Asian markets follow Wall Street lower
• Singapore shares close down 2.47%
• S'pore expected to devalue currency when MAS meets next week
• US stocks fall on banking sector concerns
• Oil prices slide in line with stock markets


06 Apr 2009
• US automaker Ford slashes debt by US$9.9b
• Asian markets extend rally on economic optimism
• First UNIQLO S'pore outlet to open on Thurs
• Singapore shares close up 1.50%
• G20 host Brown pins political hopes to summit
• Oil prices rise above US$53 in Asian trade
• Singapore shares kick off the week positive
• IBM, Sun merger talks in trouble, according to report
• Treasury Secretary Geithner says US ready to force out bankers


05 Apr 2009
• ASEAN summit to discuss G20 plans
• Taiwan slash jobs for foreign workers
• Recession "worse than we thought", says UK finance minister


04 Apr 2009
• Rome set for mass protests over crisis
• Top White House economic adviser received money from Wall Street
• Surging Wall Street faces earnings season test
• Unrelenting jobless rise imperils US recovery
• Dollar tops 100 yen after G20 summit
• US stocks climb; Dow closes above key 8,000 level
• RBS bank shareholders reject salary report
• Many hope PM Najib will implement aggressive measures to help economy


03 Apr 2009
• Oil prices sag on poor US jobs report
• US unemployment rate jumps to 8.5% in March
• Asian markets rise on hopes for global economy
• MAS likely to devalue currency in upcoming meeting
• Asian stocks rise on G20 summit pledge
• Ex-Billionaires Poised To Make A Comeback
• US House passes US$3.5t budget plan
• IBM cuts Sun takeover price
• Oil prices soar after G20 sparks recovery hopes
• Dollar skids as G20 prompts new risk-taking
• US stocks rally on G20 optimism, accounting rules
• Japanese PM says G20 sent 'robust message'
• Taiwan to cut taxes to boost economy
• French police search BNP offices in Madoff probe
• Record 5.8m Americans getting jobless benefits
• ECB cuts rates, resists going further
• Oil prices soar back above US$50


02 Apr 2009
• G20 aims to raise trillion dollars for IMF, World Bank
• World car sector picks up as German sales surge 40%
• Reinsurer Swiss Re to cut around 1,000 jobs
• ECB cuts rates to all-time low
• Taoyuan Aerotropolis project pitched to Singapore investors
• Singapore shares close 5.94% higher
• Ex-AIG chief does not "feel any responsibility"
• Stock markets soar on G20 hopes, improved US data
• Euro firms against dollar, yen in Asian trade
• Oil prices rebound in Asian trade
• US dollar firms against euro on eve of G20 summit
• US stocks rise on better-than-expected data
• Oil prices slip on rise in US motor fuel inventories


01 Apr 2009
• Job losses in US private sector surge in March
• Oil prices fall under per barrel
• SKorea records record trade surplus in March
• Yen gains in Asian trade on eve of G20 summit
• ECB to cut rates, explore "non-standard" policies
• Oil prices rebound but remain below US$50
• US vows rapid action to address foreign trade barriers
• US consumer confidence flat amid weak economy


31 Mar 2009
• Analysts expect corporate spending to fall at Singapore F1 race
• Leadership regeneration essential in local political culture
• Analysts say outlook for Singapore's stock market poor
• World Bank says global economy to contract 1.7%
• SKorea reports 10.3% drop on-year in Feb's industrial output
• Australia to recover by end of year, says central bank
• US dangles carrots in desperate bid to boost auto sales
• ADB cuts growth forecast for developing Asia to 3.4%
• Singapore shares up 1.36% in morning trade
• Japan's February jobless rate up at 4.4%, household spending down 3.5%
• Safe haven flows boost greenback
• US stocks skid on Obama's hard line stance on GM, Chrysler
• Oil prices slide under US$50 on economic woes
• US stocks skid on Obama's hard line on GM, Chrysler
• India's billionaire club shrinks to half its size


30 Mar 2009
• Rise in number of salespersons in direct-selling businesses
• BlackRock bullish about outlook for gold over next 3 to 5 years
• Recession may boost Islamic insurance market
• Growth for Islamic insurance expected to slow to 17% per annum
• GM, Chrysler set new deadlines to avoid collapse
• World stocks plummet as auto sector reels
• Taiwan defends trade pact with China
• China has to keep buying US Treasuries, say analysts
• Japan’s February auto output down 56.2% on-year
• Japan factory output dives 9.4% in February
• General Motors' CEO Wagoner to resign
• Obama to unveil plans to salvage US auto sector


29 Mar 2009
• World looks to India to spur global economy


28 Mar 2009
• PM Lee says S'pore must make extra effort to stay united during economic crisis
• Tens of thousands hold pre-G20 rally in London
• Soros sees risk of Britain needing IMF bailout
• US shares tumble on profit-taking
• Obama to unveil automakers plan on Monday


27 Mar 2009
• Singapore REITs feeling credit squeeze
• Eurozone factory orders slump further
• Teo Chee Hean says he will continue to take care of civil service
• Bank bonuses fuel French outrage
• Oil prices drop after rally
• US consumer spending up for second month
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• PSA International sees 2008 profits down 46.2% on-year
• Asian markets steady on global optimism
• Wall Street extends rally as optimism builds
• US dollar up on strong demand for Treasury bonds
• Oil prices stage rebound above US$54


26 Mar 2009
• Revision puts US Q4 GDP drop at 6.3%
• US jobless claims hit 652,000 in week ending March 21
• Cheung Kong Holdings reports 44% drop in full-year earnings
• More firms turn to digital marketing as advertising budgets shrink
• Singapore shares close 3.97% higher
• Mitsubishi UFJ, Morgan Stanley to merge Japanese brokerages
• Singapore output down 22.4% in February
• Data fuels hope for US economic recovery
• Singapore shares edge higher in morning trade
• UN chief wants "substantial" stimulus at G20
• Wall Street wobbles higher in volatile session


25 Mar 2009
• US new homes sales rise after six months of declines
• Japan not ruling out another rate cut
• Singapore shares close 0.86% lower
• Thai parliament approves foreign loan approach
• Japanese exports suffer another record plunge
• Singapore stocks flat in morning trade
• Obama touts economic progress at press grilling
• Wall Street slumps after big rally
• US dollar up against euro and yen on profit-taking
• Oil prices drift up to new four-month highs
• British inflation rises to 3.2% in February


24 Mar 2009
• Gulf leaders confident of weathering economic storm, says President Nathan
• Taiwan's opposition leader warns against trade deal with China
• Tokyo bourse delays own IPO again
• Asian stocks rally on US toxic debt plan
• IATA expects airlines to report US$4.7b loss this year
• Metro posts 2008 operating profit of 2.2 billion euros
• Australia facing recession, says minister
• Asian stocks soar on US toxic debt plan
• German economy to contract 4.5%
• SKorea plans US$20.9b extra budget to fight slump
• US stocks skyrocket on toxic asset plan
• Oil prices hit four-month peaks


23 Mar 2009
• Nightspots see profits drop by 20% in last quarter of 2008
• Henderson expects dividend yields of Asian financial institutions to rise
• Global stocks rally before launch of US toxic asset plan
• Mitsubishi UFJ to cut 1,000 jobs, close 50 branches
• SKorea plans US$20.5b extra budget
• No more stimulus spending needed, says ECB's Trichet
• Geithner reveals US$5b plan to clean bad assets from US banks
• Obama sees "flickers of hope" for US economy
• Japan's economy needs big stimulus
• US defends big-spending new plan for toxic assets


22 Mar 2009
• Australia PM urges greater say for China in IMF
• "Virtually impossible" for Australia's economy to grow, says PM Rudd
• US govt to increase control over executive pay


21 Mar 2009
• US Treasury to act on toxic assets
• GM, Chrysler may need "considerably" more aid
• New York crude falls on profit-taking, demand fears
• Dollar steadies after two-day beating
• Levi-Strauss closes plant in Hungary, lays off 549 workers
• Appeals court refuses Madoff bail


20 Mar 2009
• MM Lee describes Singapore's future at NUSS lecture
• OECD says China, India can't stop world contraction
• Investors should be wary of bear market rallies, says Fortis
• Recession-related issues to be discussed in Parliament on Monday
• ThyssenKrupp to shed more than 3,000 jobs
• EU leaders reject economic plans, new cash likely
• Singapore shares flat in morning trade
• US moving "very quickly" on crisis, says Geithner
• Better grades, lower interest rates
• Wall Street's Fed-inspired rally stalls


19 Mar 2009
• World economy to shrink for first time in 60 years in 2009, says IMF
• Operator BAA 'must sell three UK airports'
• Global logistics firm DHL remains optimistic about the future
• Goldman Sachs to bid for Universal Studios Japan
• SGX urges company boards, audit committees to be more vigilant
• Toyota to halve recruitment in 2009
• Japan eyes US$15b jobs plan
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• China raises nationalist banner with Coke veto, say analysts
• Australian manufacturing at 18-year low
• French President Sarkozy faces new strike test
• Singapore stocks up 0.4% in morning trade
• Sun rises on IBM purchase reports
• Fed expansion sends US dollar reeling
• Wall Street rallies on Fed announcement
• Obama defends handling of AIG
• Fed to buy up to US$300b in Treasury bonds
• Indian government introduces third stimulus package to spur economy


18 Mar 2009
• Crowds swarm US job fair amid economic woes
• Anger mounts over AIG bonuses
• Singapore shares close 1.08% higher
• Japan holds rates steady, boosts bond purchases
• Protectionism on rise despite pledges, says World Bank
• US dollar down against euro ahead of FOMC decision
• Wall Street resumes rally on upbeat housing data
• New York oil price nears US$50
• Fed Reserve searches for new tools to lift economy
• Washington struggles to contain AIG firestorm


17 Mar 2009
• US wholesale inflation slows sharply in February
• US housing starts, permits post unexpected jump
• Bank of Japan announces fresh crisis measures
• Asian stock rally tipped to run out of steam
• More infrastructure projects for Singapore companies in Oman
• Asian bull run continues despite exports warning
• Cisco to go head-to-head with HP, IBM
• US newspapers need to reinvent themselves ... fast
• Ailing Alcoa to slash costs and dividend, raise cash
• US stocks end bull run on late sell-off
• Oil prices mixed after OPEC decision
• Outraged Obama vows to block AIG bonuses
• US Treasury intervenes to boost small business loans
• India remains high growth market for cars


16 Mar 2009
• US seeks to seize assets of Madoff and wife
• US industrial output falls to 2002 low
• Japan PM Aso launches economic crisis talks
• Singapore posts 19.8% drop in February cargo-box traffic
• Some experts say hedge funds still offer good return potential
• Stocks rally as Russia urges sweeping economic reforms
• Dollar gains after "disappointing" G20 meeting
• Family service centres see 30% rise in single parents seeking help
• PMETs form 37% of 16,880 workers laid off in 2008
• Local resorts see healthy occupancy during March school holidays
• Hitachi names new president, splits off businesses
• Asian markets continue rise as Fed eyes recovery
• ACRA highlights areas of concern for auditors in current economic environment
• Singapore recession to deepen before Q4 rebound: survey
• US has averted new depression, recovery next year: Fed Chairman Bernanke


15 Mar 2009
• AIG to pay US$450m in bonuses despite bailout
• OPEC faces vital output meet as pressure mounts for deep cut
• Wellness Programme for elderly to be extended islandwide
• Malaysia cuts foreign worker permits by 70%
• Hong Kong's air cargo traffic drops
• G20 bridges differences before key finance summit
• OPEC facing output cut choice at key meeting
• Restoring economic confidence is top priority, says Germany
• G20 to take 'whatever action necessary' on slowdown


14 Mar 2009
• HK investors sue US banks over Lehman losses
• Madoff reveals US$823m life of luxury
• Dollar firms ahead of G20 finance chiefs meeting
• Wall Street extends rally to fourth day
• US assures China over bond investments
• Madoff lawyers appeal jailing
• Merkel rejects calls for new stimulus package


13 Mar 2009
• G20 split on fighting credit crunch
• OPEC mulls oil output cuts as prices fall further
• Canada sheds 82,600 jobs in Feb, unemployment up to 7.7%
• Arroyo signs anti-recession Philippines budget
• SRA fears job losses may surge after Great Singapore Sale
• Fundsupermart.com launches Singapore's first equity fund index
• Singapore's January retail sales decline 12.2% on-year
• Asian stocks lifted by Wall Street surge
• Singapore shares up 2.24%
• Japan PM Aso orders new economic stimulus
• Wall Street rallies on corporate, consumer data
• GM says cost cuts working, won't need US$2b loan
• Bank of America sees strong profits
• EU investment bank will lend carmakers 3 billion euros
• ECB's Trichet says rate cuts not over yet
• BMW 2008 profits collapse
• Madoff behind bars after pleading guilty to fraud


12 Mar 2009
• Australian jobless rate at four-year high as 'economic cyclone' hits
• Bleak data from Asia, Europe ahead of G20 meeting
• Madoff pleads guilty to massive fraud
• US retail sales dip 0.1% in February
• US jobless claims hit 654,000 in week
• Biomedical sciences job creation expected to almost double in 2009
• Japan confirms nightmare Q4 as Asian markets fade
• Singapore shares close down 0.80%
• Bangladesh urges Malaysia to take its workers
• SKorea unveils US$4b relief package for jobless and poor
• US foreclosures up despite freeze by some banks
• Recession fears as Australia's jobless rate hits 4-year high
• India's entertainment sector likely to grow by more than 7%
• China industrial output slows dramatically
• SKorea central bank freezes key interest rate at 2%
• Cricket mogul refuses to testify in probe
• Some parents not keen on idea of 18-year-olds in stock market
• Gates world's richest as recession shrinks billionaires
• US stocks make modest gains after big rally
• German industrial slump stuns analysts
• Norway pension fund lose 71.5 billion euros


11 Mar 2009
• Singapore must be ready for post-crisis order
• Major Asia markets gain but jitters remain
• 12,000 people expected to attend Singapore Day in London
• Singapore shares close up 1.33%
• Japan's economic outlook turns even gloomier
• SKorea's ruling party plans US$20b extra budget
• Asia stock markets solidly higher
• Citigroup's outlook sparks explosive Wall Street rally
• US dollar slips as stock rallies on Citigroup's outlook
• Madoff to plead guilty to 11 counts of fraud


10 Mar 2009
• World faces 'Great Recession', says IMF chief
• Iskandar Malaysia to step up promotion to attract new investors
• Natural Cool opens S$30m corporate headquarters despite recession
• Malaysia revokes visas for 55,000 Bangladeshi workers
• Malaysia announces US$16.2b stimulus package
• Madoff victims' lawyers call for international court
• US stocks tumble on heightened fears


09 Mar 2009
• Merck to buy Schering-Plough in pharmaceutical tie-up
• Hong Kong's financial secretary defends Budget spending
• Iskandar Malaysia leveraging on economic crisis to roll out devts
• Warren Buffett says US economy to recover in five years
• More people seeking psychiatric help for recession blues
• US govt officials to visit Detroit automakers
• Japan logs first current account deficit in 13 years
• White House mocks Republican ire on economy
• Top Republicans demand bankruptcy for GM


08 Mar 2009
• General Motors, Canadian workers reach deal
• Both men and women equally at risk when it comes to job cuts, say unionists
• Global slowdown hurts Vietnam's poorest
• India mobile market defies gloom
• Asia needs to spend more to limit economic slide, say analysts
• Business groups slam German nationalisation bill
• GM's latest woes could cut off credit to suppliers
• Malaysia to unveil new economic stimulus plan
• Bleak jobs report dampens hopes for US recovery
• Crisis scaled back Russia's ambitions, says Medvedev
• Obama vows end to irresponsible budgets


07 Mar 2009
• Japanese workers demand pay rise amid recession
• US stocks close mixed after late rebound
• Madoff to waive right to trial, paving way for plea deal
• Oil prices lift on back of weaker dollar
• Merrill Lynch cooperating on probe into 'irregularity'
• Oil prices recover after US jobs report


06 Mar 2009
• US sheds 651,000 jobs in February, unemployment at 8.1%
• Citi Is Far From Fixed
• Neste Oil starts work on S$1.2b bio-diesel plant in Tuas
• Fresh gloom engulfs Asian markets
• Malaysia's exports down 27.8% in January
• Global shares gloomy as markets brace for dismal US jobs report
• FDIC warns US bank deposit insurance fund may tank
• Singapore shares down 1.38% in early trade
• US dollar, yen gain on new market tumult
• Wall Street hammered, hits new multi-year lows
• Oil prices tumble after China disappoints


05 Mar 2009
• Eurozone interest rate cut to 1.5%
• Oil prices slip as profit-taking sets in
• Life Insurance Association in S'pore bullish about prospects
• British house prices plunge record 17.7% in 3 months to Feb
• Wen says China to grow about 8% despite crisis
• Japan PM sees 'no bottom in sight' for sinking economy
• SKorea to go "all-out" to boost economy
• Career 2009 & Education 2009 exhibition kicks off at Suntec
• Singapore shares close down 1.66%
• Taiwan cuts taxes to boost sagging economy
• Japan's business investment drops at record pace
• Media industry still hiring despite recession and layoffs
• Malaysia tables US$2.69b spending plan
• Dawn of record-low eurozone interest rates
• US offers foreclosure relief as grim data mounts
• US dollar weakens as market fears ease
• Wall Street rebounds on stimulus, mortgage aid hopes
• US economy fell further in February, says Beige Book report
• Brown urges US to 'seize the moment' on economic crisis


04 Mar 2009
• DBS says Asia does not need the US to drive recovery
• Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing's net profit falls 17%
• More Family Service Centres to be built to cope with rising demand
• China's new loans hit US$117b in February
• Japan's parliament clears cash handout bill
• Think tank says Malaysia is on brink of recession
• Bank of England expected to cut interest rates again
• ECB heads for record low interest rates of 1.5%
• Singapore shares down 1.3% in early trade
• Australian economy sees first contraction in 8 years
• US auto sales drop 41% to lowest level since 1981
• Wall Street sputters after rout
• Oil prices rebound day after plunge
• Obama paints bleak economic picture as aides face grilling


03 Mar 2009
• Bernanke sees 'solid gains' from aid programmes
• Interest Absorption Scheme gains popularity but not all buyers satisfied
• Cheaper tickets at this year's Singapore Arts Festival
• Biomedical and pharmaceutical sector to grow in Asia despite downturn
• MDIS spends S$100m building hostel and new building wing
• OCBC, NTUC First Campus launch fund to help families pay for childcare
• Japan to use forex reserves to fight credit crunch
• GM crisis creates headache for Germany's Merkel
• Finance giants need billions as losses deepen
• Japan says stock slide cannot be ignored
• Singapore shares down 0.8% in early trade
• US dollar rallies on deepening market turmoil
• Wall Street sees fresh lows on financial turmoil
• Oil prices plunge on AIG-fuelled jitters
• US manufacturing weakens in February, but at slower pace


02 Mar 2009
• US consumer spending rises 0.6% in January
• 'Unbridled greed' to blame for economic woes, says Malaysian PM
• Business associations looking to organise SME summit later this year
• Zuellig Pharma opens S$40m logistics headquarters in Singapore
• Drug discoveries set to grow in region, attracting more R&D centres in S'pore
• Global stock markets see fresh turmoil
• Japan's automobile sales plunge
• SKorea's Jan industrial output in record fall
• Asian shares down after more bad news on Wall Street
• Euro drops after EU rejects eastern Europe bailout
• AIG to get US$30b more bailout aid
• EU leaders open door to fast-track euro membership
• EU rejects eastern Europe bailout, protectionism
• EU leaders hold economic crisis summit


01 Mar 2009
• Australia cautious about curbing executive pay
• Holidays in Paris, London remain popular among S'poreans
• EU leaders battle economic crisis in face of "new iron curtain" threat
• Tiger Airways commences flights to Kota Kinabalu
• ECB to pioneer record low rates
• ASEAN leaders to urge economic crisis measures
• Irish PM pledges radical banking regulatory reform
• SEC accuses Stanford of Madoff-type scam
• Berkshire Hathaway buffeted by downturn
• EU and France ease protectionism row on summit eve


28 Feb 2009
• Recession provides opportunities for gaming industry to grow
• PM Lee calls on ASEAN leaders to send message of cooperation
• Grim news sends Wall Street to 12-year lows
• US sets emergency fee on banks to build reserves


27 Feb 2009
• Labour chief confident of raising S$20m for "U Care" Fund
• Lloyds declares US$15.4b HBOS loss
• Eurozone unemployment highest for over two years
• Labour movement aims to help 3,000 women return to work
• India's economy slows to 5.3% in Q3, lags forecasts
• Flextronics lays off over 100 workers at Woodlands plant
• Citigroup, US Treasury reach deal on government stake
• Southeast Asian ministers to sign key trade deal
• Japan's factory output suffers biggest ever drop
• Newsday plans to start charging users of its website
• Wall Street wobbles lower as rally fizzles
• Obama unveils US$3.6 trillion budget


26 Feb 2009
• Accor opens new Singapore hotel, plans to launch another in 2011
• Contractors found touting for business in Punggol housing estates
• Asian markets sour on recession fears
• Singapore shares close flat
• Australia's Westfield posts US$1.4b loss
• India's ballooning deficit rattles rating agencies
• Obama set to present budget to Congress
• South Korea unveils new stimulus measures
• Beaten-Up Banks Trade At Bargain-Brand Prices
• Gannett slashes quarterly dividend to pay debt
• PM Lee's office responds to FT report


25 Feb 2009
• More PMETs seeking help at e2i; teacher sets up site to help jobless
• Japan's recession worsens as exports collapse
• S'pore Children's Society to recruit 1,000 companies to donate every year
• Asia's economic woes deepen as Obama vows to beat crisis
• Clothing manufacturer Pacific Brands cuts 1,850 jobs in Australia
• DBS says crisis could cost Singapore 99,000 jobs
• US can't walk away from car industry, says Obama
• Hong Kong says economy to shrink 2% to 3% in 2009
• Obama announces lending fund to keep economy running
• Japan logs record trade deficit in January as exports dive
• Wall Street rallies off 12-year lows
• Micron to cut 2,000 jobs
• Bernanke eyes possible recovery despite strains


24 Feb 2009
• Philippine presidential aide says give US$7.5b for poor
• Taiwan export orders fall record 42%
• US consumer confidence dives to new all-time low
• S&P cuts India rating outlook on 'unsustainable' deficit
• Euro climbs against dollar
• Oil prices hold steady
• Aqua-Terra Supply's full year net profit rises 13% on-year to S$13.3m
• UOL full-year net profit falls 81% to S$147m
• US bank rescue plan leaves markets cold
• China sets out on spending spree in Europe
• Japan's Takashimaya to open Shanghai department store
• Asian markets dive on US bank rescue fears
• Japan says to consider steps to boost stocks
• GM, Chrysler still at high risk for bankruptcy, say analysts
• Murdoch lieutenant Peter Chernin leaving News Corp
• US dollar rises against euro, yen despite banking concerns
• Financial industry cuts back on lavish treats
• Wall Street plunges to 1997 levels
• Oil prices fall in tandem with stocks


23 Feb 2009
• US may boost stakes, wants to keep banks private
• Job creation key focus in upcoming HK Budget
• Dubai launches US$20b bond programme
• Raffles Medical Group reports 35% rise in full-year net profit
• Advisers readying bankruptcy financing for US automakers
• US Governors clash over US$787b stimulus plan
• US govt could take 25% to 40% stake in Citigroup, according to report
• Singapore shares open week 1.3% lower


22 Feb 2009
• Second-hand goods vendors in Sungei Road slash prices as takings fall
• Fighting recession is like playing football
• Manpower Ministry launches new skills programme to help PMETs
• Japan bears brunt of global economic crisis
• Europe seeks harmony for crisis summit
• Banks must be servants of economies, not masters: British PM Brown
• Taiwan's Ma urges major economic pact with China
• Bank of America rules out nationalisation and fresh aid
• Barroso calls for curb on bankers' bonuses
• Merkel calls for tougher rules on financial markets


21 Feb 2009
• Euro firms against US dollar in profit taking
• US government moves to dispel bank nationalisation rumours
• Retailers try new tactic to lure shoppers
• Oil prices slip on global energy demand jitters


20 Feb 2009
• Asia shares fall on gloomy US data
• Singapore shares close down 2.11%
• Asian stocks slide after Wall Street slump
• New Zealand's economic gloom darkens
• Euro rebounds on signs of help for East Europe
• US jobless at 5 million amid recession
• FBI says alleged fraudster Stanford located in Virginia
• US stocks slump to six-year lows after grim jobless data
• Oil prices soar on surprise fall in US crude stocks


19 Feb 2009
• US wholesale prices rise 0.8%
• PM Lee says reviewing financial regulations
• Venture Corp books 44.6% fall in net profit for full year ended Dec
• Stanford goes missing as worried investors pull funds
• Mixed reactions to public transport fare changes
• China's banks misuse millions of dollars
• SKorea to create fund to restructure ailing firms
• Withdrawals mount at Stanford's Antigua bank
• US stocks flat despite government housing plan
• Oil prices drop ahead of US data
• Fed sees US economy shrinking up to 1.3% in 2009


18 Feb 2009
• US housing starts, permits fall to new record lows
• EU moves against six states over deficits
• Prices of gold continue to buck downward trend
• GM, Chrysler ask for US$21.6b in more US loans
• Taiwan in recession as economy contracted 8.36% in Q4
• GM, Chrysler ask for more bailout money
• Vegas convention business gets recession blues
• Ngee Ann Poly to launch S$2m package to give grads an edge
• Oil prices lower in Asian trade
• US-China tensions rise amid financial chaos
• Economic index may signal Australian recession looming
• Top 20 banks receiving US aid are lending
• Dollar surges amid fresh market turbulence
• Oil prices sink in worries over global economy
• US stocks battered on rescue plan worries
• Lawyers form alliance to defend Madoff victims
• Oil price plunges under US$35 in New York
• US casino group Trump files for bankruptcy
• German investor confidence index puts glimmer into gloom
• Russia set for 2.2% GDP contraction
• British bank RBS slashes bonuses by over 90%
• Wal-Mart quarterly profit drops 7.7%


17 Feb 2009
• Malaysians hoping for more economic stimulus measures
• Hedge funds hit by global recession
• IDA International to help infocomm companies reach new markets abroad
• Great Eastern Holdings reports 47% drop in Q4 net profit
• Singapore Arts Festival to lower ticket prices this year
• CDCs see almost 50% jump in number of job seekers
• Economic crisis, terrorism threaten to blow India off course
• Crippled US auto firms to report on restructure plans
• Obama to set up US auto industry task force
• Dollar gains as central European currencies plunge


16 Feb 2009
• Singapore Sports Council says tenders for proposed Changi track will be called soon
• KFC to cook up 9,000 jobs
• Residential rentals set to slide further as companies cut costs
• GM foresees "aggressive" cost cuts in Europe
• BMW says to axe 850 Mini jobs in Britain
• India says good times over, warns deficit must go up
• Great Small-Business Snub
• Private home sales down in Jan but more units launched
• Thai PM says economic growth could be positive from Q3
• Economists call on Asia to spend its way out of gloom
• Singapore shares kick off week flat
• Japan's economy shrinks at fastest pace since 1974
• Obama targets housing fix after stimulus victory


15 Feb 2009
• Reports say Japan set to launch fresh stimulus package
• Experts warn clampdown on bankers' bonuses could be counterproductive
• ECB chief won't rule out special monetary measures


14 Feb 2009
• Retailers offer GST-free shopping to entice shoppers
• G7 finance ministers vow to avoid protectionism
• More couples tie the knot this Valentine's Day
• GM to ask for more govt aid or file for bankruptcy
• "Buy American" clause may lead to trade war, says CEA
• US Senate approves Obama's stimulus package
• US auto suppliers ask Treasury for US$25.5b bailout
• Euro slips on recession data
• Banking woes drag Wall Street lower
• Two US banks impose moratorium on home foreclosures
• G7 finance chiefs gather amid recession storm
• Italy dives deep into recession


13 Feb 2009
• Anger as major British train deal goes to Japan
• Air France-KLM reports heavy loss, reduces staff
• European car sales in 20-year slump
• Eurozone recession deepens with record GDP drop
• Five CDCs to launch recession and resilience roadmap to help residents
• DBS upbeat despite 40% fall in Q4 net profit
• German recession deepens in fourth quarter
• Economic crisis top US security concern, says intel chief
• US lawmakers push final stimulus votes
• Market turmoil boosts US dollar
• New York oil price nears five-year lows


12 Feb 2009
• Independent, secure S'pore a product of prudent, steady defence investments
• US retail sales rebound 1% in January
• Olam International H1 profit up 152% to S$118m
• FJ Benjamin Q2 profit drops 93% to S$611,000 as global recession bites
• Asia to see deep V-shaped recovery, say analysts
• SKorea cuts key interest rate amid recession fears
• SKorea cool to GM Daewoo request for help
• Australian Senate rejects government stimulus package
• Banks turn away business
• Madoff indictment delayed, wife accused
• United Airlines shuts down call centre in India
• Wall Street shares rise on stimulus plan
• US bank bosses face Congressional hearing


11 Feb 2009
• British jobless rate hits 10-year high
• More goldsmiths sending gold items for testing
• Asian currencies may rally by Q2 as global economy picks up
• Asian markets fall as US stimulus fails to soothe fears
• Peugeot Citroen announce US$443m loss
• MUFG, Morgan Stanley to merge Japan brokerage units
• Belgium faces "serious recession" in 2009
• US lawmakers seek consensus on stimulus
• MOE to recruit another 3,000 teachers this year
• Singapore shares marginally lower in early trade
• Obama turns on Wall Street
• Oil prices plunge on economic fears
• Obama vows mortgage aid as stimulus blitz hits Florida


10 Feb 2009
• Sovereign wealth funds should not cave to pressure to invest domestically
• StarHub reports 11% fall in Q4 net profit to S$87.4m
• Employers urged to adopt fair employment practices
• German machine tool orders plunge, 25,000 job cuts seen
• TV viewership rises as more stay at home during recession
• Japan's Aozora Bank warns of US$2.15b loss
• Sanyo plans to build new solar cell plant
• British minister says crisis worst for 100 years
• US urges G7 actions to save global economy while Japan warns against protectionism
• Obama stimulus plan clears key Senate hurdle
• US dollar weakens as risk appetite returns
• Oil prices slide on concerns over US stimulus package


09 Feb 2009
• Merkel in political crisis as economy minister resigns
• CapitaLand seeking to exploit market opportunities with rights issue
• Trade Minister says S'pore poised to weather downturn
• Singapore to roll out $90m plan to boost tourism
• Japan sees record fall in current account surplus
• Singapore shares kick off week positive


08 Feb 2009
• Japan minister suggests additional stimulus plan
• PM Lee urges S'poreans to focus on future during these tough times
• All eyes on US Treasury's upcoming banking plan
• US financial rescue plan to impose tougher rules, says report
• US Senate moves ahead on Obama stimulus plan


07 Feb 2009
• IMF urges action on stimulus, bank clean-up
• Divided US Senate unveils stimulus deal
• Italy's recession may stretch into 2010, says IMF
• Dollar falls against euro after grim US jobs data
• Wall Street soars on hopes for new banking relief
• Oil prices slide on bleak US jobs data
• Italy moves to help auto sector
• Oil prices sink under after poor US data


06 Feb 2009
• US unemployment hits 7.6%, 598,000 jobs lost
• Govt unveils measures to support home ownership even in hard times
• Japan's Sharp expects first loss, cuts jobs
• HDB help for homeowners affected by recession
• News. Corp cuts jobs after huge quarterly loss
• Madoff cheated stars, family, lawyer
• US Treasury to unveil new banking sector plan on Monday
• Wall Street shakes off job losses, swings higher
• IMF says US housing slump may deepen, affect other countries


05 Feb 2009
• Budget meant to have multiplier effect on whole economy
• Weekly US jobless claims hit new 26-year high
• Life insurance sector sees 3% growth but single-premium policies drop 69%
• Bank of England cuts rate to new record low of 1%
• Swiss Re says Warren Buffett eyes big stake
• Japan cautions businesses on job cuts
• Solid quarter for Cisco but clouds on horizon
• Australian Senate snubs PM on huge stimulus package
• South Korea's Hynix reports 5th straight quarterly loss
• Farm protests grip Europe as prices slump
• Bank of America to sell three jets, helicopter
• Sarkozy goes prime-time after mass protests
• Wall Street fails to sustain rally, ends lower
• US economy 'bleeds private jobs, payrolls slashed'


04 Feb 2009
• Repeated calls for GST cuts and help for SMEs in Budget debates
• Metals, oil prices set for weak 2009
• Panasonic to cut 15,000 jobs, axe dozens of plants
• After currency row, US, China see need for talks
• Canadian parliament approves economic stimulus plan
• US dollar loses lustre as safe haven on better housing data
• Wall Street notches up gains on positive housing data
• Snow may be billion-pound loss for British economy
• Huge fourth-quarter loss for Motorola


03 Feb 2009
• Shoppers tighten belts despite bargains in Orchard Road
• MPs welcome move to use reserves but warn against setting a precedence
• High profile sports events likely to still find sponsors in Asia
• Australia, Japan unveil stimulus measures to fight downturn
• IMF forecasts 4% contraction for SKorea
• Euro near two-month lows against US dollar
• Recession-hit Britain set for new record-low rates
• Japan's central bank to buy shares worth US$11.2b
• Asia could see rapid economic recovery, says IMF chief
• Global semiconductor sales fall 2.8% on-year in 2008
• US newspapers fight back
• US dollar sputters after weak US data
• Wall Street claws back big losses, ends mixed
• Oil prices hover around US$40 in New York
• US retailer Macy's slashes 7,000 jobs
• On stimulus, Obama demands action
• Chinese PM vows coordinated action to avert global economic disaster


02 Feb 2009
• American spending, income shrink amid recession
• More British workers walk out over foreign labour
• DTZ Research says property inventory may take 5.5 years to clear
• Asian markets lower on Wall Street fall and grim economic data
• China, France add to global jobs gloom
• Global crisis punches huge hole in Australian budget
• Japan's new vehicle sales at 41-year low
• Panasonic expects US$3.9b loss
• About 20 million migrant workers out of work in China
• GIC confident of sustainable investment returns
• Small German companies back protectionist measures
• US Senate braces for stimulus package debate


01 Feb 2009
• Rising bond market tensions bode ill for Obama


31 Jan 2009
• Wall Street nosedives on economic data
• Survey shows US investors less confident in rescues
• Merkel and Brown call for global economy rules
• HSBC bank chief says 'go-go years' salaries must change
• Dollar rises against euro on eurozone data


30 Jan 2009
• Exxon books record 2008 profit of US$45.22b
• World economic crisis savages earnings, jobs
• US GDP down 3.8% in Q4 2008, biggest drop since 1982
• SingPost Q3 net profit falls 0.5% on-year to S$36.7m on lower logistics volumes
• Analysts says China critical for Asian recovery
• Asian markets mixed as Japan feels more economic pain
• Social Service Hub in Tiong Bahru to open on February 18
• Hitachi forecasts nearly US$8b loss, cuts 7,000 jobs
• Prince Andrew says Madoff 'couldn't happen' in Britain
• Honda quarterly profits dive 89%
• Japan says no end to slump in sight as it slips deeper into recession
• Amazon profit up, Kindle demand "unusually strong"
• Japan slips deeper into recession with record output dive, rising unemployment
• US stocks tumble on weak economic data, earnings
• Obama berates 'shameful' Wall Street bonuses
• Kodak to slash up to 4,500 jobs
• French strikers demand protection from global storm


29 Jan 2009
• Economists say China unlikely to lift Asia out of recession
• Sony logs quarterly operating loss as demand cools
• NZealand central bank cuts interest rate to record low
• Philippine economy up 4.6% in 2008
• SKorea's Lee warns nation worst yet to come for economy
• NY Times fourth-quarter profit down, confirms BoSox sale
• US House approves massive US$819b economic stimulus bill
• US dollar steady as Fed stops short of new intervention
• Wall Street cheers news of bank rescue plan
• Putin calls economic crisis a 'perfect storm'
• China sets tough growth target to maintain order
• Wells Fargo reports loss, won't ask for more capital


28 Jan 2009
• IMF could run low on cash, chief warns
• Japanese PM Aso unveils jobs plan
• IMF says global economic growth will slow to 0.5% in 2009
• Six arrested in Spain over US$600m London stock fraud
• Asian markets up on hopes for corporate earnings
• US-owned British supermarket Asda to create 7,000 jobs
• Singapore shares close 4.8% higher
• Japanese automakers slash production in December
• Economic turmoil dominates Davos forum
• Amid turmoil, governments scramble to fight recession
• Bailout remains key to saving US banks despite outcry, say analysts
• Santander offers to refund Madoff losses of private clients
• Yahoo! posts net loss but beats expectations
• US dollar mixed ahead of Fed announcement
• Corporate results push Wall Street higher
• Oil prices slide on record low US consumer confidence


27 Jan 2009
• Obama lobbies for US$825b stimulus to thwart recession
• US consumer confidence sags to record low
• Japan approves contentious cash handout plan
• More firms implement retraining and redeployment to cut costs
• India's central bank lowers growth forecast, keeps rates steady
• Fed eyes new tools to ease crisis, instill confidence
• Japan's Nomura posts US$3.8 billion loss in Q3
• New York CEO arrested over pyramid scheme
• British pawnbrokers cash in on credit crunch
• Automakers take a U-turn and welcome tighter emission standards
• Caviar days are over for Davos crisis debate
• Geithner pledges quick action as US Treasury Secretary
• Dollar slips as investor jitters ease
• Wall Street climbs as market eyes stimulus plan
• Oil prices slip on demand gloom
• GM cuts 2,000 US jobs as production slashed
• December US home sales rise fails to erase dismal 2008
• European stock markets jump more than 3% on banks rally
• Barclays bank shares sky-rocket after bailout fears fade


26 Jan 2009
• President Nathan says S'pore is in good position to weather recession
• France's BNP to report 2008 net profit of 3b euros
• McDonald's posts sizzling 80% profit rise in 2008
• Consumer, banking giants to slash 13,000 jobs
• Indian-owned steelmaker Corus to axe 3,500 jobs
• Global economy hit by massive wave of job cuts
• Philips to cut 6,000 jobs after loss
• Japan close to enacting stimulus budget
• Pfizer set to acquire rival Wyeth
• Britain's Brown sees "new world order" after crisis


25 Jan 2009
• Taiwan to unveil billion-dollar jobs initiative
• Nissan chief says auto market to shrink 14%
• Bank-born crisis engulfs workers worldwide
• PM Lee urges S'poreans to pull together to weather crisis


24 Jan 2009
• Obama says stimulus on target, but Republicans grumble
• Nissan's loss seen to top 100 billion yen, says report
• Wall Street mixed, GE weighs on Dow
• Oil prices end higher on OPEC compliance
• New York Times in advanced negotiations to sell HQ building
• European stocks close mixed, London up 0.01%
• Oil prices end week with falls
• Indian govt panel lowers growth forecast to 7.1%
• Concerns over tight bank loan criteria and other issues dominate Budget feedback forum


23 Jan 2009
• Economists say Singapore can afford to draw from past reserves
• Harley-Davidson to cut 1,100 jobs amid falling sales
• General Electric's net profit down 44% in Q4 2008
• Pfizer in talks to buy drugs rival Wyeth
• Asian markets down ahead of holiday after Wall Street slide
• Britain in recession for first time since 1991
• Singapore shares close down 1.38%
• Hong Kong brokerage offers first full refund in Lehman mis-selling scandal
• Chinese slowdown to cost Australia billions
• Samsung posts first-ever quarterly loss
• S'pore private home prices dip 6.1% in Q4 as recession continues
• Obama steps up anti-recession offensive
• Nippon Steel to cut output by 15%
• Dollar firms against euro, yen holds strong
• Belgium's Fortis Bank sees 2008 losses close to US$25b
• US stocks slump on economic, earnings' concerns
• Oil prices recover despite weak US data, stockpiles rise
• Germany faces 'sizeable', possibly extended recession, says IMF
• World crisis deepens as downturn bites in Asia
• Geithner assails China as Treasury confirmation moves closer
• Fiat slashes forecast, shares plummet
• Taiwan Semiconductor's net profit plunges 63.9% in Q4


22 Jan 2009
• US jobless claims shoot higher
• Asian markets rise on Wall Street gains, bargain-buying
• Sony expects US$2.9b operating loss
• Singapore taps reserves for S$20.5b economic stimulus plan
• Bank of Japan sees 2-year recession, takes new action
• Asia's economies reeling as exports evaporate
• Will Govt dip deep into reserves?
• SKorea economy posts biggest contraction in 11 years in Q4
• Wall Street snaps back on strong earnings
• Oil prices firm up ahead of US stockpile data
• ECB's Trichet says eurozone breakup fears unfounded
• British economy weakens sharply as recession looms


21 Jan 2009
• Oil prices drift upwards
• India's Wipro third-quarter profits up 17.5%
• Germany forecasts worst recession since World War II
• GM loses to Toyota as top global automaker
• PM Lee says S'pore will not have an ordinary Budget
• Market watchers not surprised by falls on regional bourses
• Hong Kong Exchange Fund reveals heavy loss in 2008
• Asian markets end lower as bank fears overshadow Obama's inauguration
• Network supplier Ericsson reports sharply lower net income
• Singapore could face sharpest and longest recession ever
• Unionists, economists hope budget will do more for sandwiched class
• SKorea's Samsung replaces most overseas unit chiefs in reshuffle
• Financial fears weigh on Asian stocks
• Financial fears send Asian stocks tumbling
• SKorean exports fall sharply by 29%
• Malaysia plans new stimulus package, migrant worker freeze
• Singapore shares fall on grim growth outlook
• Wall Street shares sharply lower on banking woes
• Obama says economic woes the fault of 'greed and irresponsibility'


20 Jan 2009
• Budget measures to support SMEs likely to be different this year
• KPMG to cut salaries of middle to top management staff
• S'pore banks expected to survive downturn despite negative outlook
• Asian markets tumble as fears grow over banking sector
• Mexican billionaire extends New York Times financial lifeline
• Singapore seen unveiling anti-recession budget
• Oil prices drop sharply as weak demand bites


19 Jan 2009
• Europe to suffer deep recession, surging unemployment
• Survey shows more high-income households turning to house brands
• Upcoming Singapore budget seen as historic by economists
• Japan's industrial output drops 8.5% in Nov on-month
• Australian economy heading for sharpest economic slowdown in history
• US dollar gains on yen as markets wait for Obama
• Obama offers hope for struggling economy
• Britain to unveil second bank bailout package


18 Jan 2009
• NTUC says more youths aged under 30 will start feeling impact of downturn
• Singapore govt may dip into reserves
• New York Times in finance talks with Mexican magnate
• Debt-plagued EU companies face refinancing test
• Bright prospects for low-cost airlines in 2009
• Economic crisis tames Year of the Ox celebrations in Asia


17 Jan 2009
• PM Harper says Canada headed towards "very significant deficits"
• Dollar falls on euro, up against yen on weak economic data
• German economy to shrink 2-2.5% in 2009
• Circuit City to liquidate, affecting 30,000 employees


16 Jan 2009
• US consumer prices drop 0.7% in December
• Industry players say beauty business will stay strong despite weakening economy
• Asian markets rise ahead of Obama inauguration, US bailouts
• SKorea's Samsung shakes up management to fight crisis
• S'pore exports falling more than expected as NODX tumbles 20.8%
• Funds pull US$1.4b from Philippines in 2008
• EU to consider support for car sector as sales slump
• Lawmakers unveil US$825b plan to stimulate US economy
• Wall Street ekes out gains, ends losing streak
• JPMorgan Chase reports sharp fall in fourth quarter profit


15 Jan 2009
• Airbus warns of horrible year ahead, sees orders halved
• Nissan announces fresh production cuts
• Asian markets may see boost from new Obama administration
• Market analysts suggest defensive investment approach amid weak economic outlook
• Heathrow expansion gets green light despite protests
• ECB cuts its main lending rate by 0.5 point to 2%
• PM warns New Zealand faces no growth, big job losses
• Singapore shares end 3.44% lower
• Microsoft considering 'significant' job cuts: WSJ
• ECB lending rate headed for fourth straight cut, say experts
• JPMorgan chief says worst of the crisis still to come
• Singapore shares down 1.94% in early trade
• Japan machinery orders down record 16.2% in November
• US economic slump worsened since Dec, says Fed Beige Book
• Euro steady against US dollar ahead of ECB rate decision
• Wall Street slides on heightened economic fears
• World oil prices mixed as US crude stocks climb


14 Jan 2009
• Telecom giant Nortel files for bankruptcy in US, Canada
• Barclays to cut another 2,100 jobs
• German economy shrinks 1.5% to 2.0% in fourth quarter
• Irish PM seeks investment from Japan
• Analysts say govt stimulus plans fuel booming bond market
• Doubt raised over Obama treasury chief nominee
• S'pore's rep as one of world’s most flexible labour markets gain grounds
• Euro slides on rate cut expectations; US dollar firm
• Wall Street adrift amid worries over economy, earnings
• US Senate expected to approve second bailout plan
• Oil prices edge higher amid US cold snap


13 Jan 2009
• Germany's Commerzbank finalises Dresdner takeover deal
• Germany will emerge stronger from recession, says Merkel
• Sony shares tumble on fears of big loss
• HK ranked freest economy, Singapore second
• German government agrees massive economic boost
• US gains on euro amid expected ECB rate cut
• Obama promises to reform financial bailout plan
• Alcoa reports steep loss in grim open to earnings season
• Wall Street slides on earnings jitters
• Oil below US$40 as economic fears grow
• US judge spares Madoff from pre-trial jail
• Citi, Morgan Stanley near deal on brokerage


12 Jan 2009
• Euro falls as market awaits eurozone interest rate decision
• Qian Hu reports 22% rise in FY net profit to S$6m
• Oil prices shed on economic downturn fears
• Singapore Press Holdings says Q1 net profit down 34.8%
• PSA records rise in container volumes for 2008
• Swiss investment fund says in Lehman talks
• China Eastern Airlines to post 'significant loss' for 2008
• Reports say Britain's PM Brown to unveil new jobs plan
• Asian shares down on Wall Street's fall
• Glint of greener cars fails to lift pall over Detroit auto show
• Obama pledges major bailout changes
• Hyundai's first luxury sedan wins 'best car of the year'


11 Jan 2009
• Obama urges changes to financial bailout
• Govt will do its part during recession, but community urged to help too


10 Jan 2009
• Sentosa and WDA set up training course for jobless executives
• US Treasury slammed over handling of financial bailout
• US judge to decide on Madoff bail or jail on Monday
• Dollar resilient in face of steep job losses
• US stocks slump on massive US job losses
• Oil prices fall close to US$40
• Dollar strengthens despite weak US jobs figures
• Analysts say recent S'pore stock market rally not sustainable


09 Jan 2009
• Singapore, China markets offer opportunities for investors
• US economy sheds 524,000 jobs in December; jobless rate hits 7.2%
• More looking to refinance home loans with lower interest rates
• Asian markets mixed as investors await US jobs data
• Obama battles to push stimulus package
• Consumer electronics show kicks off in Las Vegas
• US dollar weakens ahead of key jobs data
• Wall Street shakes off weak data, ends mixed
• Oil prices down on global economic concerns
• US retailers reveal extent of dismal holiday sales
• Obama urges spending jolt to avert "severe" recession


08 Jan 2009
• Dell closing Ireland plant with loss of 1,900 jobs
• Japan's TDK to cut 8,000 jobs, close four plants
• Global recession fears deepen as Lenovo axes 2,500 jobs
• SKorea's Lee calls for "pre-emptive" steps against slowdown
• China to keep closer eye on firms investing abroad
• Obama vows action with US deficit topping US$1.2 trillion
• Singapore shares 1.13% lower in early trade
• US dollar weakens against euro, yen on concerns over job losses
• Wall Street slides on bleak economic, corporate news
• Tourism booming in South Korea despite fears of recession
• Survey shows deeper job losses as recession bites


07 Jan 2009
• Passenger numbers for taxis drop but rise for MRT trains
• Companies continue to hire in Singapore albeit a slower pace
• Hong Kong securities regulator defends system in financial crisis
• Indonesia cuts key interest rate by half percentage point to 8.75%
• Britain "far from through" financial downturn, expected to lower interest rates
• Dollar firm as eurozone inflation tumbles
• Wall Street gains on recovery hopes
• Fed staff sees contraction in 2009, moderate recovery in 2010
• 2008 slump wipes out 17 trillion dollars in stock value


06 Jan 2009
• US pending home sales fall 4%
• Asian stocks extend new year optimism
• SATS expects acquisition of SFI to bring pre-tax savings of up to S$15.5m
• Malaysian firm says US$1.3b Dubai racecourse deal scrapped
• Porsche takes over Volkswagen
• Experts say children are a vulnerable group affected by economic crisis
• China to boost low-price housing, says official
• MOM offers more courses under SPUR
• A tenant market's meltdown
• Prosecutors seek pre-trial jail for Madoff
• Wall Street steps back from early 2009 rally
• Obama demands bold action on stimulus plan
• Germany agrees on new 50-billion-euro economic boost
• Euro falls on rate cut expectations


05 Jan 2009
• Tax cuts, rebates top Budget wishlist for many audit firms
• Warrants market to see slower slide amidst continuing market turmoil
• Citic Pacific shares jump despite Hong Kong probe into board
• World stocks climb on US revival hopes
• Japan auto sales fall to 34-year low in 2008
• Japan's economy worsening, says Finance Minister
• Asian stocks rally on recovery hopes
• Obama stimulus plan includes US$300b in tax relief
• World should avoid repeat of Great Depression, advises top economist


04 Jan 2009
• China adjusts 2008 record trade surplus upward
• Volunteer groups see more foreign workers seeking help
• Germany mulls new shot in the arm for ailing economy
• Britain mulls fresh bailout for banks
• US stocks face headwinds despite New Year rally


03 Jan 2009
• SM Goh says investing in education is key when dealing with economic uncertainty
• Two of four newly appointed senior counsels from AG's Chambers
• Chief Justice Chan says justice can only be rendered according to law
• Mitsubishi UFJ, Mizuho Financial in red in last quarter
• Oil prices rebound above US$46 per barrel
• Wall Street greets 2009 with huge rally
• Finnair warns one third of routes could go
• US steel industry in collapse, eyes government aid
• US manufacturing slumps to 1980 low
• India unveils second economic stimulus plan
• Satyam fiasco exposes corporate governance weakness


02 Jan 2009
• Eurozone manufacturing activity hits record low, survey shows
• World stocks kick-start 2009 with rally
• Labour movement to focus on 3 priorities to help S'poreans weather downturn
• Oil prices start new year lower
• Dollar gains in thin New Year trade
• SKorea swings to trade deficit in 2008
• Singapore economy may slide two percent: govt


01 Jan 2009
• US Treasury finalises US$4b loan for GM
• Madoff meets deadline to reveal assets
• Euro ends volatile year in dip against US dollar, pound
• Wall Street ends calamitous year on upbeat note
• Oil ends 2008 with surge, but more than US$100 below record


31 Dec 2008
• Rocky year of trade for Singapore market
• S'pore economy grew 1.5% in 2008, next year's prospects appear difficult
• Oil prices end tumultuous year below US$40
• Malaysia central bank says more stimulus measures may be needed
• Asia's stocks bring down curtain on painful year
• Australian share market ends year 41.3% down
• Oil prices end tumultuous year on calm note, down slightly
• GMAC rescue drives Wall Street rally


30 Dec 2008
• US consumers' confidence plunges to record low in December
• Asian markets mixed as painful 2008 draws to close
• MOE steps up recruitment drive with 7,500 new jobs
• Australia faces a slump in tourism
• SKorean public firms to expand investment by US$7.1 billion
• SKorea's pension fund set to post first loss
• Oil prices above US$40, buoyed by Gaza violence
• Japan stocks end worst-ever year
• S&P, Moody's downgrade Dow Chemical after failed Kuwait deal
• Wall Street slips on surging oil, Dow Chemical's failed deal
• Gaza tensions push oil prices above US$40 a barrel


29 Dec 2008
• German minister rules out slashing taxes to boost economy
• SGX seeks public views on launch of SGO contract
• Singapore's private home sales, prices & rents fall sharply in Q4
• British business chiefs urge minimum wage freeze
• Asian shares mixed in thin year-end trade
• Oil prices higher on evidence of OPEC cuts
• Obama economic plan to avoid short term boosts


28 Dec 2008
• Economic crisis may heighten depression during festive period
• Credit Suisse clients lost 1b francs in Madoff scam
• Swiss FM eyes new economy stimulus plan
• Malaysia's AirAsia X to expand routes amid economic crunch
• British icon Woolworths to close quarter of stores
• Chances of gas cut "50-50", Russia warns Ukraine
• Recovery seen for US stocks as trading enters New Year


27 Dec 2008
• More pay for products via instalments during tough times
• US dollar lower against euro in thin trades
• Madoff's family remains under scrutiny in scandal probe
• Oil prices post first rise in week
• 2009 likely to be turbulent year for oil prices


26 Dec 2008
• US holiday season retail sales plunge amid recession
• Japan's labour ministry says 85,000 contract workers will be laid off by March
• Fund managers say equity markets to remain volatile in 2009
• Think tank says British economy to shrink by 2.9% in 2009
• Oil prices rebound in post-Christmas trade
• Yen pressured on gloomy economic figures
• Economic troubles await Bangladesh election winner
• Japan's industrial output drops 8.1% in Nov


25 Dec 2008
• Asian stocks mixed in light Christmas trade
• Investor's death probed in widening Madoff scandal
• Oil prices slump to fresh lows on weak economic outlook
• Wall Street ends with modest gains in shortened session
• Hong Kong retailers going all out to draw crowds


24 Dec 2008
• American incomes, spending contract in November
• Wall Street watchdog defends record
• LG adopting new "customer-focused" strategy
• Report says Agricultural Bank of China to be stock-holding company
• Doubts grow on whether Madoff acted alone in fraud
• Japanese government approves record budget for next year
• Analysts expect HK's Hang Seng index to hit 18,000 in 2009


23 Dec 2008
• US existing home sales slump 8.6%
• Britain edges to recession, IMF warns of Great Depression
• World stocks mixed before key growth data
• UAE leader says economy can weather financial storm
• New Zealand recession stretches into third quarter
• US dollar mixed as markets mull more grim news
• US stocks end lower on more depressing news
• Sentiments in Chinese stock markets to remain weak in 2009
• Japanese economy likely to be mired in recession for next 6 months


22 Dec 2008
• Singapore's manufacturing sector expected to rebound in H2 2009
• Asian markets lower amid grim outlook for world economy
• Hong Kong's inflation rises on end of housing subsidy
• Obama boosts plans to speed US economic recovery
• IMF chief warns 2009 may be "even darker"


21 Dec 2008
• Public transport fares among issues raised at MacPherson dialogue session
• Stimulus package top priority for Obama and lawmakers
• Bush defends plan to rescue US automakers


20 Dec 2008
• Wynn to open new casino resort in Las Vegas
• Pets affected by recession
• Automakers eye reforms as US offers US$13.4-billion lifeline
• Japan's cabinet OKs extra budget to stimulate economy
• Oil prices mixed; New York contract expires below US$34
• Wall Street mixed after auto rescue rally fades
• Paulson says second half of Wall Street bailout needed


19 Dec 2008
• US offers automakers US$13.4b lifeline
• France is plunging into recession
• Global economy to contract in "severe" 2009 recession
• China cuts retail fuel prices
• Sri Lanka holds interest rates as inflation eases
• Construction sector in SEA, HK to contract by 16%
• FBI urges victims of Madoff scam to come forward
• US stocks plunge on oil price slide, GE credit outlook cut
• IIF says global economy to contract 0.4% in 2009
• "Orderly bankruptcy" mulled for US carmakers
• Global financial crisis to halve Latin American growth next year
• Gloomy outlook for HK in 2009 over unemployment, recession fears
• Loss of overseas jobs could impact Philippine economy in 2009
• GM says no merger talks with Chrysler
• Thai auto production likely to fall 20% next year


18 Dec 2008
• S'pore property auction market saw 10-year low in total sales value in 2008
• Rate cut on cards as Bank of Japan meets
• Madoff under house arrest as fraud probe intensifies
• OPEC cut fails to rally oil price in global downturn
• Chrysler wants to revive merger talks with GM
• New Zealand economic outlook gloomy
• Apple shares down after Jobs pulls out of MacWorld
• Singapore shares open 0.19% higher
• Dollar in record plunge against euro after Fed rate cut
• US stocks end lower after rate cut rally
• OPEC agrees to slash output but oil price sinks
• Outlook for embattled SKorean economy stays gloomy for 2009


17 Dec 2008
• British pound tumbles under 1.10 euros for first time
• Morgan Stanley posts US$2.29b loss
• IMF urges stepped-up actions to avert global recession
• Oil prices dip despite record OPEC output cut
• Madoff in court as Wall Street fraud shakes world finance
• Oil producers pull lever for huge output cut to stop price slide
• Saudi minister says OPEC agrees to record cut in oil output
• Analysts expect rough ride ahead for telcos
• Asian stocks rise cautiously on US rate cut
• Asian markets mildly higher after US rate cut
• Dollar tumbles to 13-year low against yen after Fed cut
• Asian markets gain limited ground after Fed move
• Fed cuts rate to virtual zero, Europe braces for recession
• SEC launches Madoff probe, says decade of warnings ignored
• Singapore shares up in early trade
• US dollar dives after Fed slashes rates to nearly zero
• Fed rate cut, pledge of more steps propel Wall Street
• Oil prices fall again despite OPEC cutback plans


16 Dec 2008
• US housing starts slide 18.9% in November
• US consumer prices plunge record 1.7% in November
• Global stocks mixed ahead of US interest rate decision
• The vanishing CEO bonus
• HSBC says to cut 300 jobs in Taiwan
• Japan urges central bank to take action on economy
• Asian share markets mixed, awaiting of US rate decision
• Asian share markets mostly down on continued economic woes
• Toshiba to slash memory chip output due to supply glut
• Madoff firm to be sold off
• Business leaders call on new Thai PM to swiftly mend economy
• US pyramid fraud scam hits Europe's biggest banks
• US dollar hammered as euro surges
• Wall Street lower over auto bailout uncertainty
• Dutch Fortis may lose one billion euros in Madoff scandal
• Oil falls after brief surge above US$50
• White House considers auto bailout options


15 Dec 2008
• HSBC says it has exposure of one billion dollars in Madoff scam
• Asian economies to be main players on global stage going forward
• Economists expect positive growth for some countries in the region
• Asian stocks rebound on renewed hope for US auto sector
• Luxury Christmas food sales in Britain unhampered by recession
• Top banks face billions in global losses from Madoff scandal
• Stocks rise in Asia on US auto bailout hopes
• Banks tally damage from Madoff scandal
• Bloodied banking sector licks wounds after year of horror
• World stock markets eye recovery after 2008 calamity
• Japanese business confidence falls fastest in three decades
• Nomura says it could lose US$302m in Madoff scandal
• Singapore shares rally in early trade
• Ireland announces 10-billion-euro bank rescue
• Santander reveals 2.33b euros exposure to Madoff
• British investor slams "systemic failure" of US regulators
• Ex-British PM slams government economic policies


14 Dec 2008
• OPEC set to slash oil output as prices crumble
• No easy fix for US newspaper industry
• Spain to spend 33 billion euros in 2009 to revive economy
• German unemployment could soar, official warns
• Top investors duped in Madoff's alleged fraud


13 Dec 2008
• US fraud scheme to cost Spanish savers US$3b
• China's inflation to weaken further in December
• US auto industry on brink as EU seals huge recession package
• Ecuador defaults on foreign debt, seeks restructure
• White House mulls urgent new steps on autos
• Oil slides after US auto bailout collapse


12 Dec 2008
• India industrial production shrinks for first time in 15 years
• French economy shrinks under recession threat
• US wholesale prices fall 2.2% in fourth straight decline
• Japan unveils stimulus package as economic outlook worsens
• EU leaders seal deals on economy, climate packages
• UBS says Asian equities will remain volatile in 2009
• HDB brings forward some projects to help smaller contractors
• Japan unveils giant stimulus package to beat financial 'tsunami'
• Asian stocks fall as US auto lifeline snags
• Singapore shares close 3.0% lower
• Russia has entered recession, says deputy minister
• Dollar hits 13-year low under 90 yen
• Asian stocks tumble as auto bailout founders
• Sharp says cutting 380 jobs in Japan
• GM hires lawyers to mull bankruptcy
• EU nears consensus on climate, economy packages
• US auto rescue in peril, sparking fresh economic worries
• Singapore shares fall 1.41% in early trade
• Euro leaps against US dollar, hits record peak against pound
• Bank of America to cut up to 35,000 jobs
• Wall Street slides as auto rescue hits roadblock


11 Dec 2008
• Switzerland slashes interest rate, sees recession in 2009
• Asian stocks mixed, awaiting auto bailout
• Foreign investors eye stake in India's Reliance Communications
• Thai bank declares extra holiday amid financial crisis
• Hong Leong Group, Guoco Group see opportunities in Hong Kong
• Oil prices slightly higher in Asia
• Indonesia loses some of its billionaires
• Risk-taking pushes down US dollar, yen
• US stocks end higher on auto bailout optimism


10 Dec 2008
• Italy officially in recession
• AIG owes billion on trades gone bad
• China exports fall for first time in seven years
• Asian stocks rise on hopes for economic boosts
• Industrial protests spread to China's commercial capital
• Survey shows Australian consumer sentiment up 7.5% in December
• Workers occupying shuttered Chicago factory offered deal
• Global forecast becomes bleaker as Canada enters recession
• Dollar drifts higher against euro
• Japan machinery orders down 4.4% in October
• Wall Street retreats after earnings downgrades
• World Bank forecasts grim 2009, plunging trade
• Oil prices fall in profit taking, doubts on OPEC cut
• European exchanges extend gains, London up 1.89%
• Dollar slides against euro despite better-than-expected housing data
• Bank of Canada slashes rate, confirms recession


09 Dec 2008
• German investor confidence picks up in December
• Former Vodafone head up for Yahoo CEO post, says report
• Merrill Lynch chief Thain withdraws request for bonus
• Oil prices drift lower as traders cash in gains
• Asian stocks mixed in hopes for US stimulus moves
• Oil falls slightly in Asia
• IMF says Hong Kong's economy "highly exposed" to global slowdown
• Oil moves higher in Asia
• Recession means mixed fortunes in world advertising market
• Asian stocks track Wall Street higher
• Japan's recession worse than expected
• Singapore shares kick off week positive
• Dollar fades as traders put risk back on menu
• Wall Street joins global rally, looks past grim news
• Dollar slides on lingering fears for US economy
• Oil prices rebound strongly after sliding under US$40
• German industrial output slumps again in October


08 Dec 2008
• Merrill Lynch boss seeks US$10m bonus
• Donald Tsang warns HK will be in recession in 2009
• Japan's October current account surplus plunges 56.5% on-year
• Qantas chief says BA merger not assured
• Report says Tribune Company may file for bankruptcy
• Asian stocks rise on hopes of fresh policy action
• Krugman says past experience could ward off new Great Depression
• Double-whammy hits troubled Thailand's economy
• German economy minister pushes Merkel for tax cuts


07 Dec 2008
• India unveils additional US$4b economic stimulus package
• Chancellor Merkel refuses Germans' demand for shop vouchers
• Switzerland wants seat at next G20 summit
• Business giants urge Germany to act on crisis
• Obama vows to boost infrastructure, broadband


06 Dec 2008
• India's central bank cuts interest rates to boost economy
• Microsoft still interested in Yahoo search
• US dollar gains over euro, yen on flight to safety
• Wall Street roars back from meltdown on dismal jobs data
• Oil prices slide to four-year lows on weak US jobs data
• Lithuanian PM says no need for IMF bailout
• Nissan suspends plan to cut 1,680 jobs in Spain
• HK mini-bond holders invited to bring suit in US
• Oil price falls below US$40


05 Dec 2008
• Canon unit shedding more than 1,100 contract jobs
• Facebook delays employee stock sale
• French stocks fall more than 5.0% after US jobs data
• Wall Street lower after dismal November jobs data
• Merrill Lynch stockholders approve Bank of America takeover
• Boeing 787 Dreamliner could be delayed until 2010
• Less foreigners travelling to India for elective surgeries
• PM Lee says S'pore, Johor can be one centre of vitality and growth
• World's Top Real Estate Challenges
• Credit crunch forces AirAsia to abort privatisation plan
• Dollar mixed in Asia ahead of US jobs data
• Asian stocks buoyed by bargain hunting
• US auto industry troubles could spill over to Nissan
• Oil tumbles to lowest since early 2005
• Wall Street runs for cover as job slashing accelerates
• Viacom cuts 850 jobs, freezes executive pay
• Sarkozy unveils 26-billion-euro stimulus plan for France
• Oil prices slide under US$43


04 Dec 2008
• European central banks slash rates to drive back recession
• Singapore-listed property counters down 61% year-to-date
• US telecom giant AT&T cuts 12,000 jobs
• Goldman Sachs rejects Panasonic's latest Sanyo offer
• Bank of England slashes interest rates to 2.0 percent
• SPH freezes pay of senior management, slows down hiring
• Bill Gates questions bailout for Big Three automakers
• Asian stocks lower as fears grow over deep US recession
• New Zealand central bank slashes interest rates
• Nomura says to cut up to 1,000 jobs in London
• Asian stocks rise despite more grim news
• Oil prices sink further, below US$46
• China urges US to make sure Beijing's investments are safe
• US dollar stable against euro, yen amid grim data
• Wall Street rallies on hopeful spending, housing reports
• Oil prices soften on demand jitters
• Queen's Speech stresses Britain's focus on economy
• US economy weakened further in November, says Beige Book
• Global financial crisis to dominate US-China Strategic Economic Dialogue


03 Dec 2008
• US private sector loses 250,000 jobs in November
• CIC says China should not be counted on to ease global economic crisis
• Central CDC's survival guide helps residents through recession
• Prospects brighten for US auto rescue, sparking cautious relief
• Asian shares rebound on heels of Wall Street
• Australia's economic growth slows
• China's sovereign wealth fund to avoid western financial firms
• Vietnam announces billion-dollar economic stimulus
• CapitaLand executives take pay cuts of 3-20% amid economic gloom
• Qantas will remain Aussie, despite BA merger talk, says treasurer
• Asian stocks rebound on heels of Wall Street
• Yahoo up on reports of new takeover bid
• US dollar drops against euro in market shift
• GE, automakers propel Wall Street rebound


02 Dec 2008
• British Airways "exploring merger" with Qantas
• Toyota to cut bonuses, production
• S'pore PMI contracts for the 3rd straight month at 44.3 points
• BOJ takes more aggressive funding steps as credit crunch worsens
• After another sell-off, nations try again on credit crunch
• Japan announces new measures to ease tight credit
• Asian stocks tumble as economic fears deepen
• Markets plunge on US recession data, global gloom
• Schwarzenegger declares fiscal emergency in California
• Singapore shares open 2.34% lower
• Eurozone backs away from 200-billion-euro stimulus target
• US dollar, yen profit from investor risk aversion
• Wall Street plunges as recession becomes reality
• Oil prices dive after OPEC holds output unchanged
• Aer Lingus rejects 748m-euro bid from Ryanair
• Official panel says US in recession since December 2007
• US manufacturing hits 26-year low


01 Dec 2008
• US Citigroup to buy Sacyr's Itinere highway operator
• Asian stocks mostly down ahead of key US data, rate decisions
• Investors expected to be more cautious following Mumbai terror attacks
• Malaysian economy expected to grow 5.5% in 2008
• Bank of Japan to announce new credit steps
• Markets look to central banks for relief
• Oil down in Asia as OPEC maintains output quota
• Markets cautious ahead of rate decisions, economic data
• South Korean exports fall sharply as global recession bites


30 Nov 2008
• Analysts say Mumbai attacks chill India's economic prospects
• Britain readies new measures as UN steers aid to poor nations
• Irish PM rules out borrowing surge to boost ailing economy
• OPEC freezes crude output quota, vows action in December


29 Nov 2008
• UN, EC call for global stimulus at development meet
• OPEC set to defer output move to December
• Irish state may invest in banks rescue package
• OPEC set to bide time over output cut
• Economic crisis deepens in Europe, Asia
• Wall Street keeps momentum, adds to hefty gains
• German regional bank BayernLB seeks huge bailout


28 Nov 2008
• OPEC says oil stocks high but might delay cut until December
• Malaysia likely to escape recession
• Mumbai stock market to re-open after attacks
• Japan's recession woes deepen as output tumbles
• Stocks rise even as grim economic news pours in
• PM Lee says downturn will be protracted, but no reason to panic
• Spanish government launches 11b-euro stimulus package


27 Nov 2008
• Oil prices drop as focus switches to OPEC
• International air traffic dips for second month running
• British retailer Woolworths close to bankruptcy
• European Commission unveils economic recovery plan
• World markets buoyed by anti-recession measures
• Art world eyes upcoming HK sale for clues on price trends
• Singapore shares open 1.1% higher
• US swallows more bad news, as EU unveils stimulus package
• US dollar shakes off weak US data
• Wall Street shakes off gloomy data, extends rally
• Oil prices rebound after China cut rates


26 Nov 2008
• US consumer spending slides 1% in October
• EU launches US$259b stimulus package
• Asian stocks give mixed reactions to new US bank rescue plan
• Philippine budget deficit to hit US$2.07b in 2009
• Global crisis could force Australian budget into deficit
• Mexican billionaire invests in Citigroup
• US, Europe vow fresh stimulus efforts amid dark forecasts
• Asian shares open mixed
• Wall Street mixed after new Fed credit push
• Oil prices slide as economic fears persist


25 Nov 2008
• OECD says unemployed number to rise by eight million
• Japan government to submit supplementary budget early next year
• OECD says rich countries face worst recession since early 1980s
• JP Morgan says worst of the global financial crisis may be over
• German consumer confidence picks up despite recession
• Asian stocks soar on bailout of Citigroup
• Global stocks soar on Citigroup rescue
• Obama vows global action on growing economic crisis
• Asian Wall Street Journal fined S$25,000 for contempt of court
• Tokyo stocks up 5.3% in early trade
• US dollar mostly weaker as risk appetite returns
• Citigroup rescue sparks Wall Street rally
• Oil prices soar amid easing economic worries
• Britain launches stimulus plan to fight recession threat


24 Nov 2008
• Obama picks Romer to chair economic council
• US home sales slip 3.1% in October
• Share buybacks up as listed firms trade below book values
• Asia stocks fall despite massive bailout plan for Citigroup
• Retailers hopeful year-end festivities will boost business
• Italy's top animation firm to set up S$25m global headquarters in S'pore
• China's high prices boost Bangladesh garment exports
• Thailand's economic growth slows to 4% in Q3
• Asian stocks lower despite US bailout plan for banking giant
• Obama to introduce economic team
• Britain to unveil stimulus plan as recession looms
• Citigroup, US in talks for potential bailout
• APEC calls for "quick and decisive" action on global slowdown
• Europe's biggest economy headed for grim 2009, says Merkel


23 Nov 2008
• World leaders warn tough economic times lie ahead
• Saudi Arabia cuts key interest rate by one percentage point
• Taiwan's 2009 per capita GNP to drop below US$18,000
• Property investors look East for hope amid economic crisis
• Slump in Europe spreads wider
• Britain to unveil stimulus plan to avert deep recession
• Dubai property lenders to merge, forming UAE's biggest
• GM board considers all options to save ailing carmaker


22 Nov 2008
• Healthcare costs not a problem during recession with S$42b in reserves
• Air China reports US$454m in fuel hedge contract losses
• Wall Street eyes holiday season with little to cheer
• IMF ready to help Latvia in economic crisis
• Obama readies economic team as global recession fears rise
• Wall Street surges on report on Obama's treasury pick
• Oil prices drift up, stay under US$50
• Job slashing heightens global recession fears
• Oil prices stay under US$50 in London trade
• Taiwan president vows to avert recession


21 Nov 2008
• Japan's central bank warns of further risks
• India says the poor should not pay for 'profligacy' of rich nations
• Temasek's senior management take voluntary pay cut of 15-25%
• Eurozone business activity 'sinks in November'
• Market gloom eases as world stocks rebound
• Market gloom eases as Asian stocks rebound
• Financial turmoil biting hard for Vegas gaming giants
• Citigroup executives consider sale of all or part of bank
• Asian stocks slide after Wall Street plunge
• More job losses darken global economic outlook
• Dollar firms against euro after Wall Street rout
• Wall Street tumbles again on investors' deepening economic fears
• Oil prices plunge below US$50 per barrel
• Senators announce deal on US auto industry aid


20 Nov 2008
• US weekly jobless claims hit 16-year high
• South West CDC steps up employment assistance efforts
• Asian stocks dive as US, Japanese data add to recession gloom
• US economic woes deepen after data, Fed outlook
• Bail Out Capitalism, Not The Big Three
• World stocks dive amid new wave of job cuts
• Asian markets tumble as economic gloom deepens
• US seeks US$300b from Gulf states to help curb global financial crisis
• Asian markets slide as economic gloom deepens
• IMF approves US$2.1b loan for Iceland
• Yen, US dollar gain as more market turmoil erupts
• US stocks plunge to below 8,000
• Oil prices drop for fourth straight session
• EU plans US$163b economic stimulus plan


19 Nov 2008
• Asian stocks tumble as US car industry fights for survival
• Nissan expects "zero" second-half profits
• Australia's recession risk growing, survey indicates
• Nissan CEO says firm expects "zero" second-half profits
• SKoreans opt for old-style heating amid high oil costs
• Asian stocks slip as auto crisis deepens
• US sees long road to recovery as economic gloom spreads
• Dollar weakens as G20 fails to inspire


18 Nov 2008
• Japan warns of tougher economic outlook for next year
• Economists expect flat or negative GDP growth for Singapore in 2009
• SPUR's focus will include middle management and PMETs
• Japan faces year of recession, US automakers plead for bailout
• Singapore shares close 3.26% lower
• Asian shares dive as recession fears deepen
• Asian markets mostly lower as recession fears deepen
• Budget deficit this year possibly triple that of S$800m estimate
• US dollar weakens as G20 fails to inspire
• Wall Street tumbles as G20 fails to allay fears
• Oil prices sink on growing worries about demand
• Japan's capital spending expected to dip as global downturn deepens


17 Nov 2008
• OPEC slashes oil demand forecasts as worldwide recession looms
• Launches of private homes in Oct drops almost 80% on-month
• Experts say targeted training will help in downturn
• Global recession fears deepen after lacklustre G20
• IMF needs US$100b more to deal with demand
• Japan enters recession, markets sceptical about G20
• Goldman Sachs CEO, six leaders give up 2008 bonuses
• World markets sceptical about G20 action plan
• Marina Bay Sands a good fit for Tote Board
• Singapore shares kick off week on negative note
• Japan enters recession
• Democrats, Republicans brace for brawl over auto industry bailout
• Kuwait ready to cut output if OPEC decides


16 Nov 2008
• Germany looks to aid crisis-hit automakers
• Taiwan mulling shopping scheme to boost consumption
• Businesses welcome credit support from government
• Democrats face White House opposition to new economic plan
• Economic crisis tops agenda of APEC leaders' summit
• IMF agrees on loan for Iceland
• White House rules out more aid for US automakers


15 Nov 2008
• G20 summit aims to boost growth, prevent new crisis
• Pakistan to get at least US$7.6b from IMF
• Announcements soon on help measures for businesses, individuals
• Economic powers launch Washington crisis summit
• Dollar, yen gain on fresh flight to safety
• Oil prices mixed amid demand woes, OPEC meeting plan
• Economic powers head to Washington for crisis summit
• US shares fall on weak sales data, Europe climbs despite recession
• Citigroup to make more cuts; executives buy additional shares
• OPEC calls for special meeting amid calls for output cut
• Malaysia unveils measures to protect trade and investment from global slowdown


14 Nov 2008
• US retail sales skid record 2.8% in October
• Eurozone sinks into recession
• Recession deepens ahead of Washington crisis summit
• Italy in recession after third-quarter contraction
• Hong Kong falls into recession
• Stocks rise as world leaders head to crisis talks
• G20 seeks team response to global financial crisis
• Russia and Europe move closer on finance reform
• Singapore shares open 2.6% higher
• Bush says US government not crisis "cure-all"
• Oil prices mixed after OPEC hints output meeting


13 Nov 2008
• BT axes 10,000 jobs as recession looms in Britain
• OECD says major world economies appear in recession
• New land policy in China expected to boost trade in agriculture
• S'pore may be among the first to recover from global economic slowdown
• Japan's Mizuho to raise funds as profits dive
• Destatis data shows German economy in recession
• Taiwan unveils US$18b loan programme
• European consumers opt for low-cost Christmas
• US dollar firm, sterling weakens
• Wall Street plunges on recession fears, uncertainty


12 Nov 2008
• BoE says Britain likely in recession, risks deflation
• Pound falls to historic low versus euro
• British unemployment hits 11-year high
• Singapore consumers ranked 4th most confident in Asia
• Global credit crunch provides opportunity for firms to consolidate positions
• CDCs looking into strengthening social safety net
• G20 summit faces uphill battle for crisis measures
• Bad news piles up for Indian economy
• Singapore shares open mixed
• Euro falls as investors seek shelter from credit crisis
• Wall Street skids on GM, corporate fears
• Oil dives below US$60 per barrel in New York
• SM Goh warns against over-regulation of financial system


11 Nov 2008
• Morgan Stanley revises global growth forecast from 2.5% to 1.7%
• Building of Jurong General Hospital brought forward as construction prices fall
• Asian markets hit by weak corporate news
• AirAsia scraps fuel surcharge
• Swiss fear more pressure on bank secrecy after Obama victory
• Asian markets hit by weak corporate news
• US dollar slips against euro, yen amid financial worries
• British producer prices plunge at record rate in October


10 Nov 2008
• Standard Chartered buys Lehman unit in Brazil
• CPF cuts not likely for now, says NTUC Chief Lim Swee Say
• Asian stocks rally on China stimulus package
• SGX says trading link will help market Southeast Asia
• BNP Paribas says now is the time to invest in China
• US govt near deal to review AIG rescue package
• Australian central bank lowers growth estimates
• Asian markets cheer Chinese economic stimulus plan
• Japan's machinery orders post biggest drop in decade
• Singapore shares open 2.21% higher
• Crisis turns govts into major financial players


09 Nov 2008
• S'pore has enough reserves to see country through crisis
• Hong Kong property prices slashed in global slowdown
• Latvia takes control of country's second-largest bank
• Wall Street may find respite from turmoil in quiet week ahead
• OPEC president won't rule out another output cutback


08 Nov 2008
• Momentum grows for global finance overhaul
• EU leaders urge rapid results on financial reform
• London Stock Exchange braces for flood of corporate results, statistics
• US stocks rally after two-day rout, shrug off bad news
• World leaders debate finance crisis as bad news mounts


07 Nov 2008
• US jobless rate rises to highest level since 1994
• Singapore banks to post weaker earnings in 2009
• Economists say government could increase spending by S$10b
• European shares struggle up, Tokyo slumps on recession strains
• Defence Minister Teo says S'pore will ride out crisis and emerge stronger
• Struggling US automakers ask Washington for more help
• Dollar firms against euro, pound after European rate cuts
• US, Europe stocks plunge on rising recession fears
• Crude oil skids on deepening economic gloom
• Wall Street slides amid global rout
• Germany in recession after disastrous data
• Oil price slides under US$58


06 Nov 2008
• Singaporeans can expect next year's budget to be expansionary
• ECB, Bank of England cut key interest rates
• Stocks slide, Toyota warns of 'unprecedented' crisis
• Govt studying schemes to help co-fund training for workers
• ECB set to cut eurozone lending rates
• Wall Street plunges on crisis jitters; Dow down over 5%
• US jobs losses underline President-elect Obama's challenges


05 Nov 2008
• Asian stocks rally as Obama wins US presidential election
• EU finance chiefs pledge unity on tacking financial crisis
• Singapore shares close 2.14% higher
• Analysts say Bank of England to slash interest rates again
• Stocks, dollar rise as Obama takes White House
• Dollar gains as traders watch US vote
• APEC finance ministers to discuss global crisis
• DBS a victim of its own success?
• US dollar retreats as US election sparks risk appetite
• Wall Street rallies as America votes
• StanChart sees opportunities for regional growth in financial crisis
• US stocks rally as presidential vote begins


04 Nov 2008
• Europe did not see recession coming, eurozone chief concedes
• Swiss Re swings into loss amidst financial turmoil
• European stocks rally as US vote begins
• Blue States Would Sing Obama Tax Blues
• AG asks for substantial fine against Dow Jones Publishing in contempt case
• Markets cautious ahead of US presidential vote
• Brent oil falls below US$60 in Asian trade
• US dollar firms ahead of US vote
• Wall Street stocks lower on eve of presidential election
• Oil prices skid on dire outlook for energy demand


03 Nov 2008
• Crisis plunges EU into recession
• Asian shares mostly up amid hopes of end to volatility
• Governments urged to guard against creeping protectionism
• Asian shares up, South Korea unveils stimulus package
• India's brassware manufacturers adversely affected by financial turmoil


02 Nov 2008
• Hedge funds take beating in global turmoil
• East Asia cautious on Obama's trade policy
• ECB to cut lending rate sharply this week, say analysts
• Japanese firms hit by global crisis, stronger yen, according to survey
• Prosperous Nordic nations no longer immune to financial crisis
• Brown starts Gulf tour in bid to calm economic storm
• Swiss central banker calls limiting bankers' pay as senseless


01 Nov 2008
• Hundreds queue for new Nintendo console
• New Zealand offers guarantee to stop banks running out of cash
• Consumers curb spending, deepening recession fears
• Wall Street rallies, caps solid week


31 Oct 2008
• Oil prices take another tumble
• Global markets lurch unsteadily to the end of mad October
• SM Goh says govt to focus on impact of financial crisis on economy
• Tokyo stocks trim losses after rate cut
• Bank of Japan cuts key interest rate to 0.3 per cent
• Asian stocks lower as investors await Japan's rate decision
• Wall Street keeps momentum despite shrinking US economy
• Motorola cuts 3,000 jobs, delays spinoff of cell phone unit


30 Oct 2008
• World oil prices tumble on US economic gloom
• World oil prices advance after rate cuts in China, US
• US economy shrinks 0.3% in Q3
• "Dark years" ahead for Asian airlines
• Nintendo bucks industry gloom with rising profits
• Shell third-quarter profits surge on high oil price
• US swap deal sends SKorean stocks, currency soaring
• Market meltdown busts baby-boomers' retirement dreams
• Asian stocks soar on US Fed rate cut
• Hong Kong luxury flat sells at less than half its asking price
• Asian stocks surge as investors cheer rate cuts
• Asian stocks soar on central bank moves
• Asian shares up on central bank moves
• IMF creates emergency loan tool to battle credit crisis
• Wall Street mostly lower despite Fed rate cut
• US dollar falls after Fed cuts rates
• Oil prices surge on global equities rally
• Car registrations fall as Europe braces for recession


29 Oct 2008
• China's central bank cuts interest rates
• Asian shares broadly up as dealers await Fed rate decision
• Air China, China Eastern post losses for third quarter
• UN chief says financial crisis taking toll on world migrants
• Sony's quarterly operating profits plunge 90%
• Global stocks soar on rate cut hopes
• Singapore shares up 3.78% in early trade
• US dollar gains on yen, loses against other currencies
• Powerful rally lifts Dow 10.88%
• Oil prices slip on demand jitters, OPEC output warning


28 Oct 2008
• Russia, China sign landmark oil pipeline deal
• Markets rebound ahead of key US meeting
• Honda first-half profits down on strong yen, weak sales
• BP third-quarter profits surge on record high oil prices
• MAS says S'pore economy to see below-trend growth next year
• Asia's battered stock markets claw back
• Singapore shares close 4.14% higher
• Market turmoil pushes Japan's Nomura deep into red
• World oil prices turn higher in Asian trade
• Asian markets rebound ahead of key US meeting
• Singapore economy to remain weak in 2009
• Recession fears keep stocks under pressure
• Singapore shares down 6.7% in early trade
• Wall Street ends lower in late sell-off
• Oil price dives briefly below US$60
• ECB president says another interest rate cut "possible"
• Upmarket Harvey Nichols opens in Jakarta
• Hong Kong's second-hand trade benefits from financial crisis


27 Oct 2008
• Recession spectre sends world stocks spinning lower
• Asian shares tumble despite G7 unity pledge
• German business confidence drops to 5-1/2 year low
• Japan's MUFG bank to tap investors for US$10.5b
• Markets tumble on recession fears despite G7, IMF moves
• Chinese shares slide 6.32% amid global recession fears
• World oil prices sink in Asian trade on recession fears
• Credit Counselling Singapore sees more bad debts from gambling
• Hong Kong shares close down 12.7%
• Japan unveils new steps to support stock market
• G7 vows cooperation on financial crisis, warns on yen
• Markets battered by recession worries
• G7 vows unity as IMF agrees new rescue plans
• Japan PM announces measures to support market
• China's economic growth to be hit, says World Bank economist
• Asian stocks struggle amid recession worries
• Australian central bank intervenes as dollar falls again
• South Korea makes largest-ever interest rate cut of 75 basis points
• IMF announces US$16.5b loan for Ukraine
• Kuwait scrambles to prop up second biggest bank
• Financial markets brace for crucial week


26 Oct 2008
• India bears out in force amid global market rout
• Kuwaiti traders protest as Gulf shares plunge
• South Korea plans additional tax cuts to prop up economy
• Kuwait to guarantee bank deposits
• Japan to raise capital injection fund to US$110b
• World leaders pledge financial reform as gloom deepens
• Gulf leaders see economies growing despite crisis


25 Oct 2008
• Gulf policymakers debate global credit crisis
• Olympics 2012 to be 'economic gold' for Britain
• Asian, European leaders promise major financial reforms
• Report says US govt to buy stake in insurance companies
• 2012 Olympics will be "economic gold" for Britain
• World leaders urge financial reforms as gloom deepens
• Wall Street slumps amid global rout
• Car firms slash jobs and production worldwide
• Euro, pound slump as recession looms in Europe
• Europe, Asia pledge major reform of global financial system
• OPEC slashes oil output, triggering Western fury
• South Korean growth slows, stocks plunge as crisis bites
• Stock markets in free fall on gathering global gloom


24 Oct 2008
• Recession alarm rings around the world
• Bank of Japan veteran approved as deputy chief
• Eurozone business activity slumps to record low
• India's central bank keeps rates on hold, stocks dive
• Europe-Asia summit opens with calls to unite
• Markets nosedive as Britain sinks towards recession
• Oil prices plunge despite OPEC output cut
• Singapore shares close 8.33% lower
• India's central bank keeps rates on hold but poised to act swiftly
• British economy shrinks in quarter for first time in 16 years
• Markets sink as investors panic over recession threat
• Singapore factory output records surprise September gain
• Singapore's Q3 private home prices down 2.4%
• Dollar slides to 13-year low against yen
• Gloomy economic news sends Asia's markets reeling
• Asian stocks slide on earnings jitters
• Oil prices rebound as OPEC set to cut output at emergency meet
• Singapore shares down 2.15% in early trade
• NYTimes profits slide; S & P downgrades credit rating
• Troubled GM to cut white-collar jobs in US
• US, European stocks mixed on financial jitters
• Oil prices rebound on prospect of OPEC output cut
• Europe calls for more help from Asia on financial crisis
• Analysts say China shows financial muscle by boosting property market


23 Oct 2008
• Pakistan has not formally requested for IMF funding
• Australian government gives green light to bank merger
• Report says Goldman Sachs to cut 10 per cent of jobs
• Asian shares tumble as global recession looms
• Recession fears prompt more stock falls
• Singapore shares close 4.14% lower
• SKorean won falls to 10-year low
• Asian markets down at opening after US rout
• Asian markets slide at opening after US rout
• Singapore shares down over 4% in early trade
• NZ central bank cuts cash rate by one point to 6.5%
• European recession jitters slam euro, pound
• NZ central bank cuts official interest rate by one percentage point
• Panic-selling returns to world stock markets
• Argentina's market sinks further on pension grab concern
• Hungary hikes rates, showing strain from global crisis
• IMF moves to bail out cash-strapped Pakistan
• Fed to raise interest rate paid on bank deposits


22 Oct 2008
• Agricultural Bank of China gets US$19b cash injection
• Recession threat casts dark shadow over global markets
• BHP says China growth softer but will continue to drive demand
• PM Lee says nations need better coordination to tide over crisis
• Recession fears slam world stocks
• Global financial turmoil washes up on Indian shores
• Australian dollar falls 3.2% against US dollar
• Recession fears hit stocks, currency markets
• Euro slumps, yen soars in Asia
• Australian inflation rises to 5%
• Asian markets lower on recession fears
• Apple profits up on strong iPhone, computer sales
• US stocks tumble on dour company outlooks
• Global markets mostly slip on US woes


21 Oct 2008
• Japan, France cash offer to banks adds to optimism over crisis
• Tele-conferencing takes off as budget-conscious executives stay home
• Asian shares mixed as US Fed chief raises new stimulus hopes
• Stocks boosted by new US stimulus plan
• OECD countries take aim on tax havens
• Stocks boosted by hopes of new US stimulus plan
• Stocks boosted by hopes of second US stimulus plan
• Wall Street roars over slight credit thaw, US stimulus hopes
• Malaysia to revise downwards growth forecast for 2009
• Financial crisis affects diamond exports in India


20 Oct 2008
• Financial crisis could cost 20 million jobs by end 2009
• Asian shares end mostly higher on bargain-hunting, summit hopes
• Japan stuck in economic stagnation
• Stocks rise on hopes of financial crisis easing
• Underdog McCain tars Obama as job-killing socialist
• M'sia to inject US$1.4b into stock market, cut 2009 GDP target
• China blames global woes as economy slows
• Asian markets mixed as world govts strive to shore up faltering bank sector
• Summits to attack finance crisis as South Korea shores up banks


19 Oct 2008
• Joining world effort, South Korea moves to shore up banks
• Chips down for Asia gaming
• China's economy showing cracks amid global crisis
• India's airline sector no longer a high flyer
• Sarkozy says "world must change" before crisis talks with Bush


18 Oct 2008
• Pakistan's central bank cuts cash ratio to inject liquidity
• Report says South Korea to inject US$30b to stabilise economy
• US, French leaders to discuss global financial overhaul
• Finance fallout brings job losses, backlash against bankers
• GM, Chrysler merger talks heat up
• Wall Street lower in choppy session, capping wild week
• Oil price rebounds above US$71 on OPEC cut threat
• Crisis-hit Ukraine seeks IMF emergency loan
• Dollar egdes higher against euro in anxious trading


17 Oct 2008
• South Korea considers guaranteeing interbank loans to ease crisis
• Oil price rebounds above US$71 on fears of OPEC output cut
• Wall Street tumbles, Europe rises in volatile trade
• Finance fallout brings backlash against bankers
• Sony Ericsson reports 25-million-euro Q3 loss
• Economists say govt likely to introduce more measures to boost economy
• Asian stocks end mainly down as traders ease up after volatile week
• French bank loses 600 million euros in "trading incident"
• US household wealth could shrink 14% this quarter
• EU leaders call for international summit before year-end
• Air-cons, fridges with poor energy efficiency to be removed from market
• Weak US data, bank bailouts deepen economic gloom
• SKorea revises regulations to ease dollar supply for local banks
• Markets on edge as economic outlook darkens
• Japan's new economic package by end-October
• Singapore shares 1.9% higher
• Google earnings up despite weakening economy
• US dollar strengthens as investors seek shelter
• Oil prices skid as US crude stockpiles jump


16 Oct 2008
• US industrial output plunge steepest in 34 years
• London oil price hits 15-month low to under US$68
• World stocks extend freefall on recession fears
• Oil slides to 50% off record highs
• Diamonds, best friend of girls and now, investors
• Global markets battered by recession fears
• US retailers set for gloomy Christmas
• Singapore shares plunge in early trade
• Fears of world recession mount
• Yen, US dollar ride safe-haven allure amid recession fears
• Wall Street plunges as recession fears grip markets
• Oil prices slide on recession fears
• Infrastructure spending, more regulations in HK to weather slowdown


15 Oct 2008
• Global stock markets tumble on recession worries
• September data shows continued softness in private home sales
• US wholesale prices drop 0.4%; core rate jumps 0.4%
• US retail sales slide 1.2% in September
• Dollar, euro fall against yen amid recession concerns
• Asian stocks fall as recession fears set in
• Oil prices drop below US$74
• Bank of Japan veteran nominated as deputy chief
• Hiring expectations in S'pore has declined for the 6th consecutive quarter
• China pension fund to buy into China Development Bank
• Samsung plans foray into crowded US laptop computer market
• Global market rally loses steam on recession fears
• Asian stocks retreat as euphoria fades
• Fed's Yellen says US seems to be in recession
• Asia shares open lower on Wall Street's fall
• French lower house of parliament approves bank rescue plan
• US dollar lower as panic subsides
• Oil prices fall below US$80 a barrel
• Wall Street shares end lower after huge rally
• Google, Yahoo discuss advertising deal with Justice Dept


14 Oct 2008
• Wall Street extends rally after record gain
• Oil prices jump back above US$80
• Hong Kong guarantees all bank deposits
• Britain's inflation hits 16-year high of 5.2% in Sept
• Global stocks soar for second day
• Global stocks soar as banks get bailouts
• US to buy stakes in broad array of banks
• Bush, Paulson to unveil new rescue package details
• Markets cheer as world govts unveil crisis packages
• Singapore shares rally on Wall Street cue
• Support for banks strengthens euro, pound
• World crisis efforts drive Dow's biggest rally in 75 years
• Oil prices rally after governments launch financial rescues


13 Oct 2008
• Europe leaders pledge trillion-euro bank rescue
• Markets bounce as Europe unveils crisis packages
• Germany unveils 480-billion-euro bank rescue package
• Singapore market rallies on global momentum
• Investor says commodities offer opportunities in troubled times
• Mitsubishi buys 21% stake in Morgan Stanley for US$9b
• Europe moves to quell financial firestorm
• Europe leaders to unveil half-trillion-euro bank rescue
• Global shares rocket on fresh government intervention
• Asian stocks rebound on international plan to end credit crisis
• Oil prices rally as world leaders act to save markets
• European stock markets surge more than 5 per cent
• Bangladesh says its stocks immune from global financial meltdown
• Asian markets move higher on latest crisis measures
• Plunging Australian dollar at five-year low
• Australia to avoid recession despite financial crisis
• Asian markets mixed in early trade on latest crisis measures
• Morgan Stanley renegotiating Mitsubishi UFJ deal


12 Oct 2008
• Reports say Britain to take control of two major banks
• Sarkozy expects "ambitious, coordinated plan" at crisis summit
• Portugal announces 20-billion-euro bank rescue guarantee
• European leaders seek bank plan as IMF warns of meltdown
• European leaders meet on financial meltdown
• World powers look to solve crisis with collective efforts
• Sovereign wealth funds have role to play in financial crisis
• IMF chief hails "first" global coordination on financial crisis
• Top Chinese official criticises rich countries over crisis
• IMF, World Bank look for way out of global financial crisis
• US tech stocks not immune to market downturn
• Average price for SEA contemporary art up some 30%


11 Oct 2008
• IMF-World Bank begin annual meetings amid financial mayhem
• NAC not cutting back funds for art development
• Singapore in better shape compared to last financial crisis
• Europe to meet on financial rescue package
• Labour chief says Singapore's slide into recession unavoidable
• Canadian imports plummet, helping trade balance
• China's central bank pledges global cooperation
• Latin America hammered by crisis
• Report says General Motors-Chrysler merger talks suspended
• Morgan Stanley shares collapse under new pressure
• Wall Street limits loss amid global plunge
• Brazil trembles after currency loses nearly 1/3 of its value
• Japan feels full force of financial crisis
• Dow slides 600 points as selloff intensifies


10 Oct 2008
• WTO chief calls meeting to discuss crisis impact on trade finance
• Oil prices dive to one-year lows as stock markets slide
• IEA says looming recession, cash crisis cut oil demand
• Some analysts advise local investors to stay defensive
• Singapore loosens monetary policy for first time in 5 years
• Vienna stock market suspends trading
• Markets tailspin steps up pressure for world action on crisis
• Japan PM says ready to call G8 summit on crisis
• Thai stock market reopens following half-hour suspension
• Indonesia suspends share trading for a third day
• Oil down four dollars amid equities 'bloodbath'
• Thai stock market suspended after falling more than 10%
• Asian stocks dive in crisis of confidence
• PM Lee says S'pore's financial systems sound, economy competitive
• Golden paydays for bankers are over, lawmakers say
• Dollar dips against euro, yen in Asian trade
• Singapore shares plunge more than 7% in opening trade
• Bickering clouds rescue efforts in financial crisis
• IMF offers emergency help amid credit crunch
• Dollar gains against euro ahead of G7 meeting
• US, European stocks tumble on credit fears
• Dow plunges 7.3% in seventh straight loss


09 Oct 2008
• ECB opens up cash lifeline as finance storm strikes again
• World stocks mostly bounce back amid bank rescues, rate cuts
• Telco stocks, REITs expected to hold up amid global financial turmoil
• World stocks mostly rebound amid bank rescues, rate cuts
• With rate cuts, China joins ranks of leading central banks
• More cases of depression, anxiety expected as credit crunch continues
• Asian stocks mixed as traders stay edgy after rate cuts
• Governments strain to quell financial panic
• Aussies joke - and hope - that China can save capitalism
• Global stocks fight back after plunge
• PM Rudd says Australia "in different league" in world economic crisis
• Rate cuts steady Asian markets
• Asian markets mixed as rate cuts spark cautious trading
• Asian stocks mostly higher in cautious trade
• Japan machinery orders plunge 14.5% in August
• Euro rises against US dollar, yen firms after rate cuts
• Oil prices fall as US crude stocks soar


08 Oct 2008
• World markets in turmoil despite global interest rate cuts
• Bank of England slashes rates in coordinated global move
• IMF says global economy in major downturn from financial crisis
• AIG clarifies event at California beach resort
• Saudi stock market rebounds after rate cut
• Japanese yen rockets against euro, dollar
• Emergency rate cuts bolster European, Saudi markets
• Oil prices tumble close to one-year lows
• Asian stocks battered on fears for global economy
• Britain unveils US$875b bank rescue amid market panic
• Deadly Thai protests will shake economy, say industry experts
• Taiwan signs US$200m investment plans with foreign firms
• Global stock markets plunge to new depths in financial vortex
• Singapore shares close down 6.61%
• Arab stock markets tumble
• US Federal Reserve chairman hints at rate cuts
• European stock markets slammed by financial crisis
• Asian governments fail to halt market freefall
• World markets slide as Europe follows Asia's slump
• Dollar slumps below 100 yen on crisis
• Candidates eye Warren Buffett as possible Treasury chief
• Asian governments struggle to contain market turmoil
• Asian governments move to halt market slide
• Markets hit new lows as crisis deepens
• AIG execs splurge on pricey retreat after US$85b loan
• Dow slides 5.1% on fears of deeper crisis
• Oil rebounds on hints of OPEC output cut, interest rate cuts
• Bernanke says Fed must review stand on rates


07 Oct 2008
• Fed to buy commercial paper in bid to jump-start credit
• MAS expected to ease monetary policy on Friday
• Oil rebounds as Libya floats output cut
• Indian shares end flat but global pressures remain
• Asian stocks mixed after clawing back heavy morning losses
• Central bank chief says France will 'totally preserve' deposits
• Hong Kong investors in Lehman-backed bonds vow to fight on
• Oil rebounds near US$90 in Asia trade
• Ailing world markets fight back
• Global recession can be avoided, says former IMF chief
• Markets slide as governments struggle to stem turmoil
• EU moves to restore confidence in banking system
• Australia's central bank slashes interest rates
• Japan PM says economy sound, but worries ahead
• Worry mounts for credit-starved US economy
• World markets slide as governments struggle to stem panic
• Oil stays below US$90
• Fed, Treasury take steps to confront financial crisis
• US approves MUFG stake up to 24.9% in Morgan Stanley
• Wall Street slides amid global rout, recoups some losses
• Oil plunges below US$90 a barrel on financial turmoil
• Panicked global markets reel, Wall Street plunges below 10,000 pts


06 Oct 2008
• Economists mixed on possibility of technical recession for Singapore
• IMF says US likely to be hit by severe economic downturn
• Asian stocks plummet on fears for global economy
• Oil prices hit eight-month lows of below US$90
• Panic engulfs global stock markets
• Nomura to buy Lehman's Indian IT operations
• South Korean won at lowest level against dollar in more than six years
• Asian stocks mauled as Europe's financial crisis deepens
• Oil drops almost US$3 on demand worries
• Euro falls to 13-month low against dollar
• Asian stocks slide as Europe's financial crisis deepens
• No depression, major recession, from US finance crisis, says Bill Gates
• China to allow margin trading, short selling on trial basis
• Banks brace for more turmoil as Europe scrambles for rescue plans
• Germany guarantees savings as Merkel pushes bank rescue


05 Oct 2008
• Australian interest rates set to fall amid crisis, say economists
• Vietnam economy back from brink, global crisis spells new worries
• European leaders vow to fight financial storm


04 Oct 2008
• Australian PM hails US financial package deal
• Bush signs rescue bill but markets slump
• US stocks slump as bailout bill fails to calm nerves
• Bush signs bailout, warns effects not immediate
• US House approves sweetened finance deal


03 Oct 2008
• US, European markets rally on hopes for bailout, Wachovia takeover
• France slips into recession
• Reliance, DreamWorks to start new venture in January
• US sheds 159,000 jobs, unemployment rate holds at 6.1%
• World on edge as US votes on financial rescue
• Australia to speed up infrastructure spending to boost economy
• Minister says no real recession in France
• Reports say Nomura to take on 2,000 Lehman staff in India
• Japan's Norinchukin in deal with France's Credit Agricole
• Asian markets tumble as Wall Street dives on bailout fears
• Japanese shares fall to three-year low
• Bailout bill faces crunch US House test
• Euro tumbles as worries grow on contagion from finance crisis
• Oil prices slump, ending brief rally
• IMF says deep recession likely in US, less so in eurozone
• Bush says House must pass US bailout


02 Oct 2008
• Ireland passes disputed bank guarantee law
• ECB keeps rates steady despite banking crisis, weak growth
• Global stocks mixed after US bailout plan approved
• US Senate passes financial bailout, but markets still gloomy
• HK's govt meets banks accused of mis-selling Lehman bonds
• EPL braces for fallout from market mayhem
• British banks, govt pressure Ireland on savings guarantee
• Paris motor show opens amid industry gloom
• US Senate approves economic bailout plan
• US Senate heads for bailout vote; Europe confronts its own crisis
• US auto sales take a beating
• Wall Street dips in cautious trade ahead of bailout vote
• Oil prices slide after surprise jump in US crude stocks


01 Oct 2008
• Italy's top two banks battered by global crisis
• WDA embarks on new strategy to up workers' competitiveness
• Asia stocks rally on hopes of revised bailout plan
• Asian stocks rally ahead of Senate vote on revised rescue plan
• Bank of Japan pumps emergency funds into market
• US Senate to vote on revised bailout package
• World leaders tell US to take "responsibility" for financial failure
• US dollar leaps as investors seek refuge from turmoil
• Big rally helps Wall Street recoup part of record plunge
• Oil prices rebound after 10% plunge


30 Sep 2008
• Bush warns of worsening economic threat
• US issues may be replicated in Asia and China is most at risk
• Singapore shares close little changed
• Thailand ready with cash injection if market falters
• Belgian PM says govts to inject US$9.2b into Dexia
• Japan faces fresh economic gloom
• Oil lower after US bailout plan rejection
• Bank of Japan doubles dollar swap in latest deal
• Euro, pound fall on worries about finance sector
• Paulson says US cannot abandon economic rescue plan
• ING rules out offer for ABN Amro
• Britain's Brown says rejection of US bailout "very disappointing"
• Markets in convulsion after House rejects US bailout bill
• US House of Representatives rejects US$700b bailout bill


29 Sep 2008
• British govt nationalises Bradford and Bingley
• Asian stocks tumble despite US bailout deal
• Stock markets slump despite US bailout deal
• Seven Better Uses For $700 Billion
• National Road To Bankruptcy
• Japan PM pledges tax cuts to revive economy
• Singapore stocks down at midday
• Asian markets cautious despite Wall Street bailout deal
• US lawmakers braces for pivotal vote on Wall Street bailout
• Japan's new cabinet approves emergency budget
• Singapore stocks kick off week on positive note
• Santander to buy B&B savings as nationalisation looms
• Benelux countries inject 11.2b euros in Fortis


28 Sep 2008
• Breakthrough in US talks on Wall Street bailout
• Report says Bradford & Bingley bank facing nationalisation
• US financial crisis haunts Asian leaders
• US lawmakers try to close deal on financial rescue


27 Sep 2008
• US lawmakers battle to salvage bailout
• McCain, Obama grapple over economy at debate
• Dollar weaker as traders hold breath for financial rescue
• US leaders to press for weekend rescue deal
• Stocks recover as Wall Street eyes weekend bailout deal
• Bush promises deal on US bank rescue as markets scream distress
• WaMu collapse stokes jitters in fast-paced financial crisis
• Dollar perks up as traders hold breath for financial rescue
• World stocks crumble on rescue package impasse, bank stress
• Fortis battles liquidity concerns amid plummeting share price


26 Sep 2008
• US economic growth revised down to 2.8% in Q2
• Asian stocks fall on uncertainty over US bailout
• Asian markets down as US bailout stalls
• Singapore output down 12.2% in August
• Congress set for new talks to salvage economic deal
• Asian markets down as US bailout stalls
• Angry US public lights fire under fat cat CEOs
• Japanese inflation stuck at 10-year high
• New Zealand in recession in first half of year
• JPMorgan to take over Washington Mutual deposits
• Deal on massive US bank bailout in sight; markets rally
• US dollar firms on signs of US bank bailout
• Wall Street lifted by hopes for financial bailout
• Oil prices climb on signs of US financial bailout
• US lawmakers agree fundamentals of rescue deal
• PM Aso pledges to bolster Japan's flagging economy


25 Sep 2008
• Distressed-debt investors hope for some recovery of lost savings
• Washington Mutual bank explores takeover possibilities
• Asian markets mostly down on concerns over US bailout plan
• Lower oil prices prop up German consumer sentiment
• Hong Kong savers hit BEA branches again, despite stability pledge
• SKorea approves eBay's purchase of top online shopping mall
• Bill Clinton says Bush's financial bailout plan needs more oversight
• US dollar firms against euro as markets await US bank rescue
• US stocks mixed with bailout plan in limbo
• Oil prices drop after US data stokes demand worries
• US existing home sales slump in August under tight credit


24 Sep 2008
• Bernanke sees "adverse" economy without steadier finance
• Hong Kong regulator to probe selling of Lehman-backed bonds
• Online petition for investors who bought Lehman-linked structured products
• Savers mob Bank of East Asia over stability rumours
• Asian stocks mostly up on Buffett's Goldman investment
• Singapore shares close flat
• Paulson, Bernanke urge quick approval of bailout plan
• Oil trades higher in Asia
• US Congress wary of financial bailout
• Asian markets mixed on doubts about US bailout
• Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway to invest US$5b in Goldman Sachs
• Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui to buy stake in Goldman Sachs, says report
• FBI probes finance giants for fraud
• Buffet's Berkshire Hathaway to invest US$5b in Goldman Sachs
• Wall Street stumbles as bailout plan stalls
• Bernanke, Paulson press US Congress to pass financial bailout


23 Sep 2008
• Dollar rises before govt testimonies on US bailout plan
• World stocks tumble on US rescue doubts, oil price spike
• Singapore shares close down 2.66%
• Hong Kong investors may sue sellers of Lehman-backed bonds
• Crude oil trades lower after biggest one-day gain
• Asian stocks tumble as doubts surface over US rescue plan
• Argentina's Kirchner announces bank offer to pay off debt holders
• US lawmakers negotiate massive bailout package
• Singapore shares fall in early trade


22 Sep 2008
• Aso says raising consumption tax will not aid Japan's economy
• Japan's MUFG buying up to 20% of Morgan Stanley
• Oil prices advance on demand hopes
• Asian stocks end up but rises modest
• Financial crisis may slow Singapore's economic growth to below 4%
• End of era as Goldman, Morgan Stanley agree overhaul
• Malaysia rules out re-pegging ringgit
• Asian stock markets rise sharply in early trade
• Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to be holding companies
• US financial rescue plan raises hackles in Congress
• Obama assails "staggering" rescue deal for Wall Street


21 Sep 2008
• Tharman says Singapore's financial institutions stable
• Battle brewing over historic US financial firms bailout
• Germany expected to cut 2009 economic growth forecast


20 Sep 2008
• Congress ready for bailout, but wants help for middle class
• Dollar slips against euro on news of massive bank rescue
• Wall Street surges on new plans to aid banks
• Japan's Aso vows economy drive, faults US inaction


19 Sep 2008
• Wall Street leaps on new plans to aid banks
• Central banks redouble efforts to keep financial system alive
• Forbes 400 Richest Americans
• US financial regulator bans short selling of stocks
• Asian shares rebound strongly on US rescue plan talks
• World stocks rocket as governments step up rescue efforts
• Report says Morgan Stanley in talks to sell stake to China
• Asian bourses rally on US rescue hopes
• US announces debt plan to ease financial crisis
• Asia stock markets rally on US rescue hopes
• Dollar jumps as stocks rebound amid hopes for new US rescue
• Australia's Macquarie bank shares rebound
• Singapore shares rebound in early trade
• Reports of new US rescue arm lift hopes amid financial crisis
• Late surge lifts Wall Street in roller-coaster day
• Short-sellers in focus in financial crisis as probe launched


18 Sep 2008
• Bush vows more action as central banks pour money into markets
• Bank of China has US$128.8m exposure to Lehman
• China abolishes stamp duty on share purchases
• Job market in finance industry unlikely to recover in the next year
• Asian stocks end mostly down after paring back massive declines
• White House defends Fed's move to bail out AIG
• Central banks launch global offensive against credit crisis
• Russian stock market still shut after plunge
• World central banks launch co-ordinated liquidity action
• More AIA policyholders wait in line to cash out their policies in S'pore
• Stock markets plunge as global crisis deepens
• Asia stock markets suffer heavy losses
• Bank of Japan injects another US$14.4b
• Lehman And The Mystery Of Commercial Property
• Singapore shares sharply lower in opening trade
• Wall Street plummets after AIG bailout fails to ease jitters
• Oil prices surge as AIG bailout prompts rush to commodities


17 Sep 2008
• Asian stocks mixed despite early rises on AIG bailout
• Stock markets struggle amid AIG rescue, HBOS takeover report
• Bank of Japan says economy to stay sluggish
• Singapore shares at lowest in more than two years
• Asian stocks lose steam after cheering AIG rescue
• Recession tipped as Singapore exports fall
• Lehman affiliates file for bankruptcy in Japan
• SKorea says US market turmoil won't end soon, calls for calm
• Asian stocks rally after AIG rescue
• Singapore shares open 1.4% higher
• US launches AIG rescue loan to avoid market catastrophe
• AIG on the brink as hopes mount for rescue
• Global markets turbulent, but Wall Street rebounds
• Oil prices slip to US$90
• Fears of new finance giant crash keep markets in turmoil
• Fed stands firm, holds rates in face of market turmoil
• Fed injects US$70b to keep credit flowing
• Japan PM hopeful Aso questions US on Lehman
• AIG on the brink as fears grow on financial crisis
• UBS stock plunges, more writedowns predicted


16 Sep 2008
• IMF chief warns more banks may close
• Lehman is post-war Japan's second biggest bankruptcy
• Global shares dive further despite huge cash injections
• S&P cuts Washington Mutual's debt rating
• Anxious central banks pump billions more into markets
• US FOMC expected to cut interest rates
• Oil prices sink briefly below US$90
• S'pore economy may be hurt by Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch woes
• Lehman's bankruptcy largest in US history
• Barclays mulls purchase of Lehman assets
• Asian banks seen less exposed to Lehman chaos
• Insurance giant AIG sinking under credit downgrades
• NTU economists say Singapore's 2009 inflation likely to ease to 3%
• World stocks in freefall for second day
• Dollar falls in Asian trade on financial turmoil
• Asian markets tumble after Lehman collapse
• AIG gets lifeline as shares go into free fall
• AIG in free fall on downgrade fears
• Dow plunges 500 points; Lehman failure sparks rout
• Oil prices plunge US$5 on US financial meltdown
• Central banks inject billions to steady markets


15 Sep 2008
• World shares dive after Lehman Brothers collapse, banks shore up markets
• Asian governments keep close watch on Lehman's collapse
• World stocks dive as Lehman collapses
• Oil prices tumble below US$93
• 270 employees in Lehman S'pore await their fate
• Lehman bankrupt, Merrill taken over in new financial earthquake
• Singapore shares close 3.27% lower on Lehman Brothers' collapse
• World shares tumble on Lehman Brothers' collapse
• World markets plummet on Lehman woes
• Lehman Brothers announces bankruptcy as Fed moves to shore up markets
• Asian shares fall sharply on US concerns
• SEC moves to protect Lehman customer assets
• Fed, global banks open up credit amid Wall Street turmoil
• Business leaders say Britain slipping into recession
• Singapore shares fall in early trading
• Death watch for Lehman Brothers as no buyer emerges
• Lehman Brothers last-ditch rescue appears to fail
• Greenspan says US in "once-in-a-century" financial crisis


14 Sep 2008
• Wobbly Wall Street keeps its feet


13 Sep 2008
• Oil prices mixed amid hurricane, Wall Street storms
• Volatile Wall Street mixed as Lehman future mulled
• Lehman in eye of storm as turmoil extends


12 Sep 2008
• Dr Doom says Singapore will ride out global turmoil
• Dr Doom says corporate earnings may be next casualty across the globe
• Deutsche Bank buys Postbank stake for 2.79 billion euros
• Singapore shares close mixed

 


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