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Corruption scandal rocks crisis-hit Brazil while government gears up for tax hike

At a time when the corruption scandal is shaking the Brazil, the government is thinking of raising tax rates. On the other hand, Brazil's economy is projected to shrink by two percent for 2015. The budget deficit is alarmingly widening.

Sep 10, 2015 11:35 PM EDT


Kirin to purchase more stakes in Southeast Asian companies as it sees economic potential

Kirin, the leading Japanese brewery brand is seeking more stake purchase of Southeast Asian companies as the economic growth in the area continues to rise.

Sep 10, 2015 9:08 AM EDT


China Changes How to Report GDP to Meet IMF's Standards

In an effort to improve current economic situation, Chinese authority is adopting IMF standard to report their GDP to make sure any changes in the economic will be reflected in the data. The move is also part of China effort to obtain a reserve currency status for Yuan.

Sep 10, 2015 8:02 AM EDT


Hong Kong tycoon to launch Vuclip in South Africa; Will compete against Netflix and ShowMax

Richard Li, the Hong Kong billionaire, will compete against Netflix and ShowMax in South Africa. His company, PCCW Media purchased Vuclip last March making the VOD service available in South Africa next week.

Sep 10, 2015 7:46 AM EDT


Fiat Chrysler Jeep Renegades recalled due to software glitch

Thousands of Jeep Renegades had been recalled by Fiat Chrysler due to the possible attacks on drivers which can be done remotely. This imposes great danger to the driver's safety, not only meeting an accident but also forcibly getting his car by unsuspecting attackers.

Sep 10, 2015 7:15 AM EDT


Investors withdraw from US Oil Fund amid rising volatility

The high volatility in the global oil market has led to huge offloading in 'The US Oil Fund.' 19.3 mn shares were sold off making it a record weekly redemption since the ETF inception in 2006. global economy slowdown particularly adverse conditions in China market are adding to the volatility in oil price.

Sep 10, 2015 7:01 AM EDT


After 3 attempts, ICE to launch Singaporean Futures Exchange in November

After withdrawing from launching plans of Singapore Futures exchange for three times, ICE has set a date for launching it on 17 November. It'll offer five five futures contracts in Brent, gasoil, gold and two contracts in Yuan currency.

Sep 10, 2015 5:59 AM EDT


Chinese leaders concern over state of economy

For the first time ever since Chinese economy started slowing down, the country's leaders expressed concerns over the current situation in the domestic market. China President Xi Jinping called the economy slowdown as 'The New Normal.

Sep 10, 2015 4:53 AM EDT


Tesco checking out overseas ventures

With debt burden mounting to GBP 21.7bn, The world's third largest retailer has been forced to offload its overseas ventures gradually.

Sep 10, 2015 3:35 AM EDT


China puts circuit breakers to keep tabs on volatility

Alerted by increased market volatility, Chinese government is in the process of implementing circuit breakers that would suspend trading in a stock if it moves over five percent either direction. If index falls or gains 10 percent or more, then trading will be halted for the day, according to draft regulation. Shanghai index unexpectedly rose in the last five minutes of trading following the news that major infrastructure projects have been approved.

Sep 10, 2015 3:30 AM EDT


Glencore scraps dividend, to sell equity, assets to bring down debt to $10bn

Switzerland-based commodities giant Glencore has taken up several measures to reduct its debt burden to $10bn level. The company has decided to scrap final and interim dividends in addition to selling a part of equity and other assets to raise funds.

Sep 10, 2015 3:01 AM EDT


Japan's Abe may focus on regulatory reforms

Shinzo Abe's coming back to power as Prime Minister of Japan for a second term raising many questions about the reforms in the world's third largest economy. Economists predict that Abe would focus on more regulatory reforms in labor market.

Sep 10, 2015 2:49 AM EDT


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