European Stocks Close Lower As Growth Worries Weigh

European stocks closed lower on Friday amid concerns about slowing economic growth, soaring inflation and prospects of more interest rate hikes by central banks in the coming months.

Swiss Market Pares Gains, Ends Slightly Down

After recovering from a weak start, the Switzerland stock market recovered and stayed positive till the final hour and finally ended marginally down on Friday.

U.S. Dollar Extends Upward Trend Amid Interest Rate Worries

The value of the U.S. dollar has moved over the course of trading on Friday, extending a recent upward trend.

Hong Kong Inflation Data Due On Monday

Hong Kong will on Monday release July figures for consumer prices, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific economic activity. Inflation is expected to rise 2.0 percent on year, accelerating from 1.8 percent in June.

South Korea Stock Market Tipped To Open Under Pressure

The South Korea stock market has finished lower in three straight sessions, sinking more than 40 points or 1.7 percent along the way. The KOSPI now rests just above the 2,490-point plateau and it's got another weak lead

Malaysia Stock Market May Test Support At 1,500 Points

The Malaysia stock market has moved lower in three consecutive trading days, shedding almost 15 points or 1 percent along the way. The Kuala Lumpur Composite Index new rests just beneath the 1,505-point plateau and it's

European Stocks Close Higher After Choppy Ride

European stocks closed higher on Thursday after a choppy session as investors stayed largely cautious after the Fed minutes said the central bank will continue raising interest rates in the coming months in order to

Swiss Market Ends Modestly Higher

The Switzerland stock market shrugged off a weak start and a subsequent sluggish spell to end modestly higher on Thursday even as the mood remained cautious amid concerns about economic slowdown and soaring inflation.

Dollar Gains Against Major Counterparts

The U.S. dollar climbed higher and scored gains over its major counterparts on Thursday, riding on the minutes of the Federal Reserve's July meeting that showed the central bank will continue raising rates in the coming

TSX Ends On Firm Note

The Canadian market ended moderately higher on Thursday thanks to strong gains in the energy sector after crude oil prices surged on concerns about supply outlook.