World


Latest News


China manufacturing woes continue: PMI index slips below 50 pts

The slowdown in Chinese manufacturing sector continued in August pushing the PMI below 50 level, which indicates the deceleration in the industry. The drop in orders for new work and export demand is the major reason for dip in manufacturing industry's output.

Sep 01, 2015 10:16 PM EDT


Google's OnHub promises better Wi-Fi

At this point, Google's OnHub is out on stores. It is a wireless router which costs $200. There are speculations that Google made it to connect devices under Google Weave; the Internet of Things.

Sep 01, 2015 11:30 PM EDT


More accounting errors delay Toshiba's annual forecast

Several discovered new errors inhibit Toshiba from closing its books and announcing its annual revenue. CEO accepts accountability and will resign voluntarily if dealine is not met.

Sep 01, 2015 11:22 PM EDT


IBM to fight pollution in China with artificial intelligence

China has been fogged with severe pollution and IBM is willing to help lessen if not totally clear the air from harmful particulates. They will use a syatem that can predict the level of air pollution several days ahead of time.

Sep 01, 2015 10:52 PM EDT


Around 200 people arrested in China for spreading stock market rumors

Chinese authorities arrested 197 people for spreading rumors that can lead to troubles. The rumors they have spread included a man jumping to death in Beijing because of the drop in stock market.

Sep 01, 2015 09:40 PM EDT


Athens goes for gas grid privatization

Greece is in favor of selling stake in energy grid to Azerbaijan government company. This is subject to the outcome of general elections and clearence of third round of bailout package. Greece aims to be energy transport hub for eastern European nations.

Sep 01, 2015 05:09 AM EDT


Oil price up 27% in just 3 sessions; OPEC agrees on a fair price deal

Oil price recovered as two sets of news made it positive for the energy sector. Opec says it'll try to get a fair price deal by speaking to other oil producers. The cut down in US Eenrgy production forecast also boosted the market sentiment. Oil price rose 27% in just last three sessions.

Sep 01, 2015 04:47 AM EDT


Global central bankers ready for US rate hike - Reuters

Central banks around the world want a Fed rate hike, sooner rather than later, according to Reuters. But, considering developments in the domestic and international fronts, Fed officials say it's too early to tell whether they would raise interest rates this month.

Sep 01, 2015 09:56 PM EDT


Boeing flexes its muscle to control supplier power

Warren Buffett's acquisition of Precision CastParts Corporation had urged other investors to bet on commercial aircrafts. On the other hand, Boeing Company, the aviation giant is evidently delaying transactions of its suppliers' merging and acquisition deal.

Sep 01, 2015 03:33 AM EDT


China's Yuan up on suspected intervention, set for August loss

The strengthening of Chinese currency Yuan on Monday raised many eyebrows. Market analysts believe that Chinese government support was extended to Yuan unofficially. traders observe that buying support from state-owned banks.

Sep 01, 2015 03:26 AM EDT


As long as China economy is under pressure, bearishness for copper likely

Copper price slipped below the key supprt levels of $3/lb and $2.4 and as long as China's economy reels under pressure, the metal is more likely to be under bearish phase. If US dollar becomes weaker then chances are more that copper price will pick up.

Sep 01, 2015 03:21 AM EDT


Real Time Analytics