Articles By Prasanth Aby Thomas

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Asian Stocks Mixed after US Jobs and China Economic Data

Asian markets trade mixed as investors consider US monthly employment data and various Chinese economic indicators.

China industrial output

China Jan-Feb Industrial Output and Retail Sales Data Indicate Slower Growth

China's factory output and retail sales data indicate underlying issues in the economy, which is still recovering from slow down.

China inflation

China Inflation Surges to 3.2% in February on Holiday Spending

The unprecedented jump in food prices is expected to be due to the seasonal distortions caused by the New Year holidays.

asian markets

Asian Markets Weekly Roundup: Japan Upbeat on Stimulus Optimism

Most Asian stocks advance, with the Nikkei surging to record levels on continued monetary easing optimism.

European Markets

European Stocks Climb on Strong China Trade Data

Markets advance on stronger-than-expected China trade data ahead of key US employment figures.

US Regulator Releases Dreamliner Inspection Details but Fire Cause not Found

US regulator to hold hearing into design and certification of 787 jets.

A worker walks in a shipping container area at the Port of Shanghai

China's February Exports Beat Estimates but Imports Remain Weak

China's exports surge 21.8% in February beating forecasts of a 5% rise, while imports drop 15.2%.

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Asian Markets Mixed after Unexpected China Trade Data

Asian markets report mixed response as China posts an unexpected trade surplus for February.

european stocks

European Stocks Gain Ahead of Central Bank Meetings

Markets edge higher as traders await policy decisions from European Central Bank and Bank of England.

Bank of Japan policy meet

Bank of Japan Keeps Policy on Hold Ahead of Governor Change

Bank of Japan maintains the size of its asset-purchase programme and policy rate as governor Shirakawa departs.