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Gold up on weaker dollar

Gold has been in a persistent decline since late 2011, which is when investors last…

Global Markets Stressed After China Devalues Currency

August 11, 2015

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Global Markets Stressed After China Devalues Currency

Some members of Congress have backed legislation to impose retaliatory tariffs.

US stocks, oil prices sink after China currency move

August 11, 2015

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US stocks, oil prices sink after China currency move

The Australian and New Zealand dollars dropped sharply after China’s central bank set the midpoint…

Dollar index near four-month high on US rate hike view

August 11, 2015

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Dollar index near four-month high on US rate hike view

The New Zealand dollar was little changed as traders weighed up the impact of weaker…

US inflation temporarily ‘very low,’ says Fed’s Fischer

August 10, 2015

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US inflation temporarily ‘very low,’ says Fed’s Fischer

So-called “non-reportable” traders meantime held a larger net bearish position according to data gathered by…

Futures higher as Dow seeks to break seven-day losing streak

August 10, 2015

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Futures higher as Dow seeks to break seven-day losing streak

The S&P 500 jumped almost 26 points, or 1.2%, to 2,103.

July jobs report stirs anticipation of decision from Fed on borrowing

August 10, 2015

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July jobs report stirs anticipation of decision from Fed on borrowing

The government also said employers added 14,000 more jobs in May and June than previously…

August 8, 2015

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Employers Add 215000 Jobs During July

“We don’t have the tools to be able to address the structure of unemployment across…

August 7, 2015

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US added 215000 jobs in July

That, at least, is the word from most economists.

August 7, 2015

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US economy gains 215000 jobs in July

The unemployment rate stayed the same at 5.3%, which is its lowest point since April…