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Sector Snap: Airline stocks hold steady Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:38PMAfter two days in a row of gains, airline stocks remained somewhat steady on Thursday. Shares of most of the big carriers moved little. The Amex airline index was down less than 1 percent in midday trading.
While you were sleeping: Inflation fears take toll Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:36PMMarch 12 (Business Wire) - A spike in inflation in China took its toll on investors in both Europe and the U.S., leading equities lower as demand for raw materials was put under review.
U.S. 30-Year Bond Rises as Sale Draws Lower Than Forecast Yield Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:36PMMarch 11 (Bloomberg) -- Treasuries rose after the U.S. sold $13 billion of 30-year debt, the final of three note and bond auctions this week totaling $74 billion. The difference in yield between 2- and 30-year debt was near the highest on record.
Smithfield Makes Money Making Bacon Again Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:35PMThe pork producer also offers a more optimistic outlook.
Exxon Mobil Announces 2010 Capex Plans Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:35PMExxon will spend $27 billion on capital projects, up one billion from last year.
TSX flat as tech stocks rise and commodities recover Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:31PMThe Toronto stock market was little changed late Thursday morning as tech stocks provided lift and commodity stocks recovered from early declines sparked by higher Chinese inflation data.
Economic data fails to push stock markets in clear direction Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:30PMAn array of economic data coming forth on Thursday, from Canada and elsewhere, failed to give stocks any obvious signal of which way to turn.
U.S. Household Worth Rose at Slower Pace Last Quarter (Update2) Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:29PMMarch 11 (Bloomberg) -- Household wealth in the U.S. grew in the fourth quarter at a slower pace, limited by a drop in home values that indicates the recovery in consumer spending will take time to gain speed.
LOOPNET, INC. (LOOP) CEO Richard J Jr Boyle sells 24,999 Shares Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:27PMBy insider. CEO of LOOPNET, INC. ( LOOP ) Richard J Jr Boyle sells 24,999 shares of LOOP on 03/10/2010 at an average price of $11 a share. Read more » »
Japanese Stocks Rise on Economic View Report; Mitsui Gains Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:31PMMarch 11 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks advanced after the Nikkei newspaper reported the government may lift its outlook on the nation’s economy and on speculation iron ore prices will increase as demand grows.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-11 02:50 Thai shares may fall ahead of anti-govt rally Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:27PMBANGKOK, March 11 (Reuters) - Thai stocks may fall on Thursday, with local investors having little appetite for risk ahead of a big anti-government rally, analysts said, although foreigners have been buyers over the past two weeks.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-11 03:00 Nikkei gains 0.9 pct as exporters climb on yen dip Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:26PMBy Aiko Hayashi
Glove makers top losers Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:25PMKUALA LUMPUR: Glove makers were among the main losers in late morning trade on Thursday, March 11 as the market turned cautious with mild profit taking seen.
The Sweet Sound of ‘Sold!’ Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:24PMDOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - Mateen Saffari is a treasure hunter. On a recent Sunday afternoon, he was eagerly and thoroughly searching for his next big find.
Shares close at two-year high fuelled by positive market sentiments Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:23PMKUALA LUMPUR : Share prices on Bursa Malaysia closed higher Wednesday, with the FBM KLCI touching a two-year high, fuelled by positive market sentiments, boosting investor confidence, said dealers.
Stock futures inch higher ahead of opening Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:34AMInvestors are continuing to search for direction Wednesday, after two days of relatively flat trading. Stock futures edged higher.
European Stocks Fluctuate; Fortis, ICAP Climb; Inchcape Drops Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:32AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- European stocks fluctuated as the Stoxx Europe 600 Index remained near a seven-week high for a third straight day. Asian shares and U.S. index futures were little changed.
Investors Turn Bullish on Stocks as Concern About Greece Wanes Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:31AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Investor confidence returned to stocks from New York to Paris to Tokyo on growing signs that the budget crisis in Greece won’t derail the global economy.
GWSC Is Growing Rapidly in the Green Energy Sector Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:30AMNEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - 03/10/10) - GWS Technologies, Inc. (OTC.BB: GWSC - News ) announced yesterday that they will begin supplying CHS Farms LLC of Arizona with wind turbines, solar panels and hydro electric technology for their 165 acre aquaponic facility. There are few industry sectors in the world today with more potential than renewable energy like hydro electric, solar power and wind ...
Futures Movers: Oil futures edge higher on Chinese economic data Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:25AMOil futures rise on strong economic data from China, and as investors await a report on U.S. petroleum inventories.
Stock futures signal higher open; Facet eyed Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:25AMStock index futures pointed to a higher open on Wall Street on Wednesday, with futures for the S&P 500 up 0.07 percent, Dow Jones futures up 0.09 percent and Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.25 percent
World stocks flat but pound takes another hit Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:22AMWelcome to the discussion. Current users sign in here.
Dubai Made Progress in Debt Talks, U.K. Minister Says (Update1) Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:21AMMarch 10 (Bloomberg) -- Dubai World, the state-owned holding company seeking to renegotiate terms on $26 billion of debt, made “some progress” in talks with creditors, U.K. Trade Minister Mervyn Davies said.
Futures, in Quiet Session, Trade in Tight Range Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:21AMStock futures were pointing toward light gains early Wednesday, in what is expected to be a quiet session for stocks.
Palm oil price set for boost from El Nino Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:21AMKUALA LUMPUR, March 10 — Malaysia palm oil futures are vulnerable to a further price rise this year as the return of El Nino drier weather will coincide with tighter stocks, top industry analysts said today. Palm oil prices have gained support from a drawdown in Malaysian palm oil stock, which dropped 10.9 per cent to a four month-low, beating market expectations of a just 5 per cent decline ...
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-10 06:01 HK, China stocks mixed; CITIC Pacific, Cathay up Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:28AMBy Donny Kwok and Claire Zhang
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-10 06:19 African Markets - Factors to watch on March 10 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:26AMMarch 10 (Reuters) - The following company announcements, scheduled economic indicators, debt and currency market moves and political events may affect African markets on Wednesday.
Bond auction goes well; prices rise Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:24AMThe Associated Press Interest rates fell in the bond market Tuesday as prices rose in response to another well-received auction of new Treasury notes. The government reported higher demand for its sale of $40 billion in three-year notes. That soothed investors' ongoing concerns that the continuing flow of new bonds into the market would depress prices.
Indian Stocks are Better Long-Term Bet, Franklin Says (Update1) Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:20AMIndia offers better long-term returns on stocks than China given the outlook for economic growth and corporate earnings, according to Franklin Templeton Investments.
ASX closes flat Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:19AMThe Australian share market closed flat after eight consecutive trading day gains.
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FBM KLCI advances to fresh 2-yr high Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:18AMKUALA LUMPUR: Blue chips advanced in the morning session on Wednesday, March 10, supported by gains in PLANTATION [ ]s and tech stocks, nudging the FBM KLCI to a fresh two-year high.
Asian Stocks Fluctuate as Oil, Shippers Drop; Telstra Advances Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:13AMAsian stocks fluctuated as shipping lines and oil companies declined, while Australia’s largest telephone company rose on speculation it will avoid a breakup.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-10 05:53 South African Markets - Factors to watch on March 10 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:12AMJOHANNESBURG, March 10 (Reuters) - The following company announcements, scheduled economic indicators, debt and currency market moves and political events may affect South African markets on Wednesday.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-10 05:53 Taiwan stocks inch up, UMC gains after Feb sales Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:12AMTAIPEI, March 10 (Reuters) - Taiwan stocks edged up 0.11 percent on Wednesday, with UMC higher after the chipmaker's solid February sales raised optimism over tech demand that could trigger more foreign inflows to tech heavyweights.
Market Report / Stocks retreat as acrophobia hits Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:34PMStocks were down yesterday as investors backed away from near record highs on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. The TA-25 fell 0.7% to end the day at 1,207 points, and the TA-100 also lost 0.7% to close at 1,139 points.
Banks urge Americans to close investment accounts in Israel Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:33PMObedient to intensifying U.S. government pressure to crack down on offshore tax evaders, in January Israeli banks began ordering clients they identify as "Americans" or "U.S. tax residents" to close investment accounts they hold in Israel.
Eaton Corp. (ETN) Chairman and CEO Alexander M Cutler sells 224,195 Shares Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:33PMBy insider. Chairman and CEO of Eaton Corp. ( ETN ) Alexander M Cutler sells 224,195 shares of ETN on 03/04/2010 at an average price of $71.21 a share. Read more » »
COMSCORE, INC. (SCOR) President & CEO Magid M Abraham sells 3,000 Shares Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:33PMBy insider. President & CEO of COMSCORE, INC. ( SCOR ) Magid M Abraham sells 3,000 shares of SCOR on 03/08/2010 at an average price of $15.95 a share. Read more » »
FMC Technologies Inc. (FTI) EVP and CFO William H Schumann sells 26,384 Shares Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:33PMBy insider. EVP and CFO of FMC Technologies Inc. ( FTI ) William H Schumann sells 26,384 shares of FTI on 03/04/2010 at an average price of $60.11 a share. Read more » »
FMC Technologies Inc. (FTI) EVP and CFO William H Schumann sells 5,616 Shares Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:32PMBy insider. EVP and CFO of FMC Technologies Inc. ( FTI ) William H Schumann sells 5,616 shares of FTI on 03/04/2010 at an average price of $60.12 a share. Read more » »
US stocks end mixed after big rally Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:32PMNEW YORK—US stocks closed mixed Monday in the absence of incentives to spur the market higher after a hefty three percent gain last week.
Every brand will be world-famous for 15 seconds Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:31PMWhile the jewelry industry has been occupied weathering the economic storm, the Internet (now referred to in business circles as the "digital applications industry"), has been growing and changing--radically.
The Thrill Is Gone, No More Fun In Financials Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:29PMIf you've waited a year to be sure the rally in bank stocks was for real, you've missed the bounce.
Case being prepared for Trio government compensation Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:40AMTHE trustee for superannuation funds operated by Trio Capital has started collecting evidence of possible fraud, in a step towards a compensation claim for investor losses from the federal government.
Patchy recovery buffets Jetset Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:40AMTHE Qantas-majority owned travel retailer Jetset Travelworld has failed to capitalise on record numbers of Australians flying overseas on holiday.
Oil target paves way for transformation Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:38AMThere is nothing punters in oil and gas stocks like more than the drilling of a high impact exploration well. AWE showed that on Friday when it confirmed it was about to spud the Hoki 1 exploration well (50 per cent interest and operator) in the Taranaki Basin in New Zealand.
China Regulator Says Banks Should Boost Capital With Profits Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:36AMBanks unable to use retained earnings should bolster capital with rights offerings, Zhu, assistant to the chairman of the securities regulatory, said yesterday at a briefing in Beijing.
Fishermen push for early N.S. snow crab season Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:32AMSnow crab fishermen in Cape Breton are pushing to start the fishery three months early based on results of a new study that shows stocks are doing well in the area.