BRASILIA, May 30 (Reuters) - Brazilian Finance Minister
Henrique Meirelles will name the finance secretary of the state
of Espirito Santos as the country's new Treasury chief, a senior
government...
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Monday, May 30, 2016
GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares wobble, on track for monthly loss
TOKYO, May 31 (Reuters) - Asian shares wobbled in early
trade on Tuesday and were on track for a monthly loss, while the
dollar edged away from recent peaks scaled on heightened
expectations the U.S....
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trade on Tuesday and were on track for a monthly loss, while the
dollar edged away from recent peaks scaled on heightened
expectations the U.S....
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GLOBAL MARKETS-European shares climb, dollar firms on Fed hike expectations
* Oil prices edge higher in thin trade; OPEC eyed
(Adds close of European markets, updates prices, changes
dateline; previous LONDON)
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(Adds close of European markets, updates prices, changes
dateline; previous LONDON)
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil's currency firms after government posts primary surplus
(Updates with afternoon prices, news from Brazil)
SAO PAULO, May 30 (Reuters) - The Brazilian real
gained on Monday after the country's government recorded a
primary budget surplus in April that...
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SAO PAULO, May 30 (Reuters) - The Brazilian real
gained on Monday after the country's government recorded a
primary budget surplus in April that...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ pares losses against firmer greenback as oil rallies
(Adds analyst quote, details on upcoming data; updates prices)
* Canadian dollar at C$1.3051, or 76.62 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across flatter maturity curve
By Fergal Smith
...
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* Canadian dollar at C$1.3051, or 76.62 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across flatter maturity curve
By Fergal Smith
...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam stocks, currencies seesaw in holiday-thinned trade
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 30 (Reuters) - Latin American stocks and
currencies seesawed on Monday on thin trading volume due to
market holidays in the United States and the United...
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SAO PAULO, May 30 (Reuters) - Latin American stocks and
currencies seesawed on Monday on thin trading volume due to
market holidays in the United States and the United...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens against firmer greenback as oil dips
* Canadian dollar at C$1.3069, or 76.52 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 30 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened
against its broadly stronger U.S....
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* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 30 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened
against its broadly stronger U.S....
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FOREX-Dollar up on Fed rate hike bets, at one-month high vs yen
LONDON, May 30 (Reuters) - The dollar reached a two-month
high against a basket of currencies and a one-month high against
the yen on Monday, after Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen
fanned...
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high against a basket of currencies and a one-month high against
the yen on Monday, after Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen
fanned...
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UPDATE 1-Lufthansa says owed more than $100 million by Venezuela
FRANKFURT, May 30 (Reuters) - Venezuela owes Lufthansa
more than $100 million in ticket revenue, the German
carrier said on Monday, following news it was suspending flights
there next month.
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more than $100 million in ticket revenue, the German
carrier said on Monday, following news it was suspending flights
there next month.
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Latest China debt moves may bring index inclusion, $155 bln inflow-JPM
LONDON, May 30 (Reuters) - Chinese government bonds could
receive at least $155 billion of investment flows should the
relaxation of rules around foreign participation lead to their
inclusion in...
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receive at least $155 billion of investment flows should the
relaxation of rules around foreign participation lead to their
inclusion in...
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CEE MARKETS-Bonds ease slightly on Fed rate rise outlook
* Government bonds mostly ease on Fed rate rise comments
* Poland to report economic data on Tuesday, Wednesday
* Kuna firms, but political crisis may weigh on Croatian assets
By Sandor...
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* Poland to report economic data on Tuesday, Wednesday
* Kuna firms, but political crisis may weigh on Croatian assets
By Sandor...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-European shares hit 1-mth high, dollar firms on Yellen's hike hint
LONDON, May 30 (Reuters) - European shares hit one-month
highs on Monday, while the dollar index rose to a two-month peak
after Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen suggested that an
interest rate hike...
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highs on Monday, while the dollar index rose to a two-month peak
after Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen suggested that an
interest rate hike...
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Sunday, May 29, 2016
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Dollar/yen rises above 111.00 for first time since late April
TOKYO, May 30 (Reuters) - The dollar rose above 111.00 yen
for the first time since late April, with Monday's market move
underpinned by comments late last week from Federal Reserve
Chair Janet...
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for the first time since late April, with Monday's market move
underpinned by comments late last week from Federal Reserve
Chair Janet...
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Saudi central bank's foreign assets shrink $6 bln in April
DUBAI, May 29 (Reuters) - Foreign assets at Saudi Arabia's
central bank shrank $6 billion in April as it liquidated some
financial holdings to cover a big state budget deficit caused by
low oil...
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central bank shrank $6 billion in April as it liquidated some
financial holdings to cover a big state budget deficit caused by
low oil...
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South Africa police deny Gordhan inquiry moved to new unit
JOHANNESBURG, May 29 (Reuters) - South Africa's elite Hawks
police unit denied on Sunday a report that an investigation
involving Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, which has helped to
weaken the rand,...
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police unit denied on Sunday a report that an investigation
involving Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, which has helped to
weaken the rand,...
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Nigerian president says government "resolved" to keep naira steady
ABUJA, May 29 (Reuters) - Nigerian President Muhammadu
Buhari said on Sunday the government had resolved to keep the
naira's exchange rate steady while supporting the central
bank's decision to move...
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Buhari said on Sunday the government had resolved to keep the
naira's exchange rate steady while supporting the central
bank's decision to move...
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UPDATE 1-Nigerian president says "resolved" to keep naira steady, supports flexible FX policy
ABUJA, May 29 (Reuters) - Nigerian President Muhammadu
Buhari said on Sunday the government had resolved to keep the
naira's exchange rate steady while supporting the central
bank's decision to move...
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Buhari said on Sunday the government had resolved to keep the
naira's exchange rate steady while supporting the central
bank's decision to move...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens as oil dips, Yellen bolsters U.S. rate hike bets
(Adds analyst quotes, details on Yellen and CFTC data, updates
prices)
* Canadian dollar ended at C$1.3038, or 76.70 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By Fergal...
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prices)
* Canadian dollar ended at C$1.3038, or 76.70 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By Fergal...
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Friday, May 27, 2016
GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar gains, bond prices fall after Yellen remarks
* U.S. stocks put in strongest week since March
(Updates with U.S. markets' closing levels)
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(Updates with U.S. markets' closing levels)
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam currencies slip after Yellen speech
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 27 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
and stock markets slipped on Friday after U.S. Federal Reserve
Chair Janet Yellen said that the central bank...
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SAO PAULO, May 27 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
and stock markets slipped on Friday after U.S. Federal Reserve
Chair Janet Yellen said that the central bank...
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UPDATE 1-Speculators long U.S. dollar for 1st time in six weeks-CFTC, Reuters
(Adds table, details on dollar contracts)
May 27 (Reuters) - Speculators turned bullish on the U.S.
dollar for the first time in six weeks, with net longs on the
currency notching their largest...
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May 27 (Reuters) - Speculators turned bullish on the U.S.
dollar for the first time in six weeks, with net longs on the
currency notching their largest...
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Mexico's Carstens says peso volatility due to Fed meeting
MEXICO CITY, May 27 (Reuters) - Mexico's central bank
governor Agustin Carstens said on Friday that recent volatility
in the peso was short-term and due the upcoming U.S. Federal
Reserve meeting in...
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governor Agustin Carstens said on Friday that recent volatility
in the peso was short-term and due the upcoming U.S. Federal
Reserve meeting in...
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UPDATE 2-Yellen says Fed rate hike likely appropriate in coming months
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 27 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve
should raise interest rates "in the coming months" if the
economy picks up as expected and jobs continue to be generated,
U.S. central bank...
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should raise interest rates "in the coming months" if the
economy picks up as expected and jobs continue to be generated,
U.S. central bank...
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FOREX -Dollar highest in two months as Yellen sees rate hike possible
NEW YORK, May 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar index hit
two-month highs on Friday after Federal Reserve Chair Janet
Yellen left the door open to an interest rate increase in the
coming months.
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two-month highs on Friday after Federal Reserve Chair Janet
Yellen left the door open to an interest rate increase in the
coming months.
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar, bond yields extend gains after Yellen
* U.S. stocks trim gains after Yellen speech
(Updates with reaction to Yellen remarks, adds European shares'
close)
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(Updates with reaction to Yellen remarks, adds European shares'
close)
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar rises, stocks firm ahead of Yellen
* Global stocks edge higher
(Updates with U.S. market openings, changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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(Updates with U.S. market openings, changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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CEE MARKETS-Zloty boosted by U.S. GDP data; Richter lifts Budapest shares
BUDAPEST, May 27 (Reuters) - The Polish zloty
gained half a percent in thin holiday trading on Friday, while
shares in Hungarian drug maker Richter gained as much
as 4 percent after crossing a key...
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gained half a percent in thin holiday trading on Friday, while
shares in Hungarian drug maker Richter gained as much
as 4 percent after crossing a key...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam currencies slip ahead of Yellen speech
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 27 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
slipped on Friday as traders awaited possible hints about the
timing of a U.S. interest rate increase from Federal...
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SAO PAULO, May 27 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
slipped on Friday as traders awaited possible hints about the
timing of a U.S. interest rate increase from Federal...
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UPDATE 1-South Africa's Zuma not "at war" with fin minister -presidency
JOHANNESBURG, May 27 (Reuters) - South Africa's President
Jacob Zuma is not "at war" with Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan
over the control of the National Treasury, the presidency said
on Friday in...
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Jacob Zuma is not "at war" with Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan
over the control of the National Treasury, the presidency said
on Friday in...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar rises as world stock markets hold firm
LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - The dollar rose on Friday while
world stock markets were steady, as investors prepared for a
likely hike in U.S. interest rates in the next few months.
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world stock markets were steady, as investors prepared for a
likely hike in U.S. interest rates in the next few months.
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EMERGING MARKETS-Emerging stocks set for 1st weekly rise since mid-April
By Karin Strohecker
LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Emerging stocks enjoyed their
first weekly gains since mid-April on Friday but currencies
remained under pressure as investors remained divided on...
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LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Emerging stocks enjoyed their
first weekly gains since mid-April on Friday but currencies
remained under pressure as investors remained divided on...
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Sterling eyes third monthly rise in a row as Brexit fears ebb
LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Sterling steadied on Friday,
closing off a week of solid gains built up on the growing belief
that Britons will vote to remain in the European Union at next
month's...
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closing off a week of solid gains built up on the growing belief
that Britons will vote to remain in the European Union at next
month's...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar rises as world stock markets hold steady
LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - The U.S dollar rose on Friday
while world stock markets were steady, as investors braced for
the likelihood of a hike in U.S. interest rates in coming
months.
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while world stock markets were steady, as investors braced for
the likelihood of a hike in U.S. interest rates in coming
months.
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Cameron says never a "closet Brexiteer", Britain needs EU for economy
ISE-SHIMA, Japan, May 27 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister
David Cameron said on Friday he was not a "closet Brexiteer" and
that leaving the European Union would hurt Britain's economic
future and...
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David Cameron said on Friday he was not a "closet Brexiteer" and
that leaving the European Union would hurt Britain's economic
future and...
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Thursday, May 26, 2016
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia stocks edge up after U.S. data, dollar consolidates month's gains
TOKYO/SINGAPORE, May 27 (Reuters) - Asian stocks pulled
ahead on Friday after U.S. data continued to put the economy in
a positive light, while the dollar was on the defensive against
major peers.
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ahead on Friday after U.S. data continued to put the economy in
a positive light, while the dollar was on the defensive against
major peers.
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G7 commits to growth, shuns FX 'devaluation' and 'disorderly' moves
ISE-SHIMA, Japan, May 27 (Reuters) - The Group of Seven
industrial powers expressed concern on Friday about risks to the
world economy and pledged to seek strong, sustainable growth.
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industrial powers expressed concern on Friday about risks to the
world economy and pledged to seek strong, sustainable growth.
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Lipper fund flows IG US$872.9m inflow; HY US$562.3m outflow
NEW YORK, May 26 (IFR) - For the week ended May 25, Lipper
US Fund Flows reported the following:
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US Fund Flows reported the following:
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil dips after hitting $50/bbl; U.S. stocks steady
* U.S. oil ends lower after hitting $50 a barrel
(Updates with U.S. markets' closing levels)
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(Updates with U.S. markets' closing levels)
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam currencies gain, Mexico rules out imminent hike
MEXICO CITY, May 26 (Reuters) - Latin American currencies
strengthened on Thursday after weak U.S. data on business
spending plans dampened expectations for a Federal Reserve
interest rate increase...
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strengthened on Thursday after weak U.S. data on business
spending plans dampened expectations for a Federal Reserve
interest rate increase...
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FOREX -Dollar slips after U.S. data dampens Fed rate hike bets
NEW YORK, May 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar fell against
the euro, yen, and franc on Thursday after U.S. economic data
showed weakness in business spending plans, denting expectations
for a Federal...
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the euro, yen, and franc on Thursday after U.S. economic data
showed weakness in business spending plans, denting expectations
for a Federal...
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UPDATE 1-No plans to change Saudi exchange rate policy -central bank governor
RIYADH, May 26 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia would not benefit
from altering its exchange rate policy and does not intend to do
so, its new central bank governor told the state-linked Al
Arabiya channel...
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from altering its exchange rate policy and does not intend to do
so, its new central bank governor told the state-linked Al
Arabiya channel...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar falls on durables data; stocks steady
* Oil turns lower after hitting $50 a barrel
(Updates with U.S. market openings, changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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(Updates with U.S. market openings, changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar falls on durables data; stocks steady
* U.S. oil ends lower after hitting $50 a barrel
(Adds U.S. oil closing level, updates prices)
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(Adds U.S. oil closing level, updates prices)
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FOREX -Dollar slips after U.S. data dampen Fed rate hike bets
NEW YORK, May 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar fell against
the euro, yen, and franc on Thursday after U.S. economic data
showed weakness in business spending plans, denting expectations
for a Federal...
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the euro, yen, and franc on Thursday after U.S. economic data
showed weakness in business spending plans, denting expectations
for a Federal...
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UPDATE 1-Don't lie, don't cheat, don't start rumours, says new FX code
LONDON, May 26 (Reuters) - The first global code of conduct
for currency trading has banned dealers from lying and starting
false rumours as part of new guidelines aimed at rebuilding
trust in a...
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for currency trading has banned dealers from lying and starting
false rumours as part of new guidelines aimed at rebuilding
trust in a...
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UPDATE 1-Mexico's Carstens sees no need for extraordinary rate-setting meeting
MEXICO CITY, May 26 (Reuters) - Mexico's central bank
governor Agustin Carstens said on Thursday that at the moment he
saw no reason to hold an extraordinary board meeting on
rate-setting policy.
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governor Agustin Carstens said on Thursday that at the moment he
saw no reason to hold an extraordinary board meeting on
rate-setting policy.
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Russia FinMin: VEB needs 150 bln rbls in 2017 govt support, same as in 2016
MOSCOW, May 26 (Reuters) - Russia's troubled state
development bank Vnesheconombank, or VEB, will need 150 billion
roubles ($2.30 billion) in government support next year, Finance
Minister Anton...
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development bank Vnesheconombank, or VEB, will need 150 billion
roubles ($2.30 billion) in government support next year, Finance
Minister Anton...
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FOREX-Dollar stalls after mystery yen jump
LONDON, May 26 (Reuters) - An early surge in the yen in Asia
on Thursday put a dampener on any further progress for the
dollar after a bullish two weeks and spurred speculation U.S.
investors are...
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on Thursday put a dampener on any further progress for the
dollar after a bullish two weeks and spurred speculation U.S.
investors are...
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UPDATE 1-Nigerian banks submit dollar bids at 197, eyes FX shift
LAGOS, May 26 (Reuters) - Nigeria's central bank told
commercial lenders to fund their naira accounts and submit bids
for dollars on Thursday at 197, traders said, citing a message
from the regulator.
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commercial lenders to fund their naira accounts and submit bids
for dollars on Thursday at 197, traders said, citing a message
from the regulator.
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Russia finmin: Rosneft privatisation seen in H2
MOSCOW, May 26 (Reuters) - Privatisation of Russia's oil
major Rosneft is expected to take place in the second
half of the year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said on
Thursday.
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major Rosneft is expected to take place in the second
half of the year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said on
Thursday.
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Russia govt budget committee to review 2017 budget on June 27
MOSCOW, May 26 (Reuters) - Russia's government budget
committee will review the country's 2017 budget on June 27,
Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said on Thursday.
(Reporting by Daria...
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committee will review the country's 2017 budget on June 27,
Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said on Thursday.
(Reporting by Daria...
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Nigerian lenders submit bids for FX to central bank at 197- traders
LAGOS, May 26 (Reuters) - Nigeria's central bank told
commercial lenders to fund their naira accounts and submit bids
for dollars on Thursday at 197, traders said, citing a message
from the regulator.
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commercial lenders to fund their naira accounts and submit bids
for dollars on Thursday at 197, traders said, citing a message
from the regulator.
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G7 concerned over emerging markets; PM Abe makes Lehman comparison
ISE-SHIMA, Japan, May 26 (Reuters) - Group of Seven leaders
voiced concern on Thursday about emerging economies, a senior
Japanese official said, as their host, Japanese Prime Minister
Shinzo Abe...
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voiced concern on Thursday about emerging economies, a senior
Japanese official said, as their host, Japanese Prime Minister
Shinzo Abe...
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Wednesday, May 25, 2016
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares look set to advance, oil prices eye $50
TOKYO, May 26 (Reuters) - Asian shares look set to extend
their recovery from 12-week lows on Thursday after renewed
optimism on European banks' prospects and a rise in oil prices
to near $50 a...
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their recovery from 12-week lows on Thursday after renewed
optimism on European banks' prospects and a rise in oil prices
to near $50 a...
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FOREX-Yen jumps, markets jittery over Japan tax decision, Yellen speech
TOKYO, May 26 (Reuters) - The yen surged in early trade on
Thursday, chipping away at the recently buoyant dollar as
investors looked ahead to a speech by Federal Reserve chief
Janet Yellen on...
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Thursday, chipping away at the recently buoyant dollar as
investors looked ahead to a speech by Federal Reserve chief
Janet Yellen on...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ firms on oil, less dovish than expected Bank of Canada
(Updates prices)
* Canadian dollar ended at C$1.3022, or 76.79 U.S. cents
* Loonie touched its strongest since May 19 at C$1.3015.
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By...
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* Canadian dollar ended at C$1.3022, or 76.79 U.S. cents
* Loonie touched its strongest since May 19 at C$1.3015.
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil nears $50/barrel on inventory data, boosting stocks
* Gold drops to 7-week low on Fed rate hike prospects
(Updates with U.S. markets' closing levels)
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(Updates with U.S. markets' closing levels)
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UK PM Cameron says EU referendum turnout is greatest concern for 'In'
ISE-SHIMA, Japan, May 25 (Reuters) - Those fighting for
Britain to remain in the European Union are making good progress
but getting young people to register and turn out to vote is the
'In' camp's...
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Britain to remain in the European Union are making good progress
but getting young people to register and turn out to vote is the
'In' camp's...
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UPDATE 1-Mexico's Carstens sees no peso attack, as bets recede on rate hike
MEXICO CITY, May 25 (Reuters) - Mexico's peso is not seeing
a new speculative attack despite its recent slump, Central Bank
Governor Agustin Carstens said on Wednesday, prompting investors
to cut...
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a new speculative attack despite its recent slump, Central Bank
Governor Agustin Carstens said on Wednesday, prompting investors
to cut...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil stocks up after lawmakers OK budget deficit
(Updates with afternoon prices)
By Bruno Federowski and Paula Arend Laier
SAO PAULO, May 25 (Reuters) - Brazilian equities rose on
Wednesday after interim President Michel Temer's...
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By Bruno Federowski and Paula Arend Laier
SAO PAULO, May 25 (Reuters) - Brazilian equities rose on
Wednesday after interim President Michel Temer's...
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UPDATE 4-Citigroup to pay $425 mln over attempted forex, rate manipulation
May 25 (Reuters) - Citigroup Inc has agreed to pay
$425 million to resolve civil charges that it tried to
manipulate foreign exchange and interest rate benchmarks.
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$425 million to resolve civil charges that it tried to
manipulate foreign exchange and interest rate benchmarks.
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Mexico cenbank holds 2016 growth view, trims 2017 outlook
MEXICO CITY, May 25 (Reuters) - Mexico's central bank on
Wednesday maintained its 2016 economic growth forecast at
between 2.0-3.0 percent, but trimmed its view for 2017 slightly
to between 2.3-3.3...
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Wednesday maintained its 2016 economic growth forecast at
between 2.0-3.0 percent, but trimmed its view for 2017 slightly
to between 2.3-3.3...
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Mexico current account deficit narrows in first quarter
MEXICO CITY, May 25 (Reuters) - Mexico's current account
deficit narrowed slightly in the first quarter to
$6.991 billion in comparison to the previous three-month period,
the central bank said on...
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deficit narrowed slightly in the first quarter to
$6.991 billion in comparison to the previous three-month period,
the central bank said on...
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Saxo warns it may hike margin requirements for clients around Brexit vote
LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Leading retail foreign exchange
broker, Saxo Bank on Wednesday said there was a "high
probability" it could raise margin requirements for clients
around the Brexit vote.
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broker, Saxo Bank on Wednesday said there was a "high
probability" it could raise margin requirements for clients
around the Brexit vote.
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UPDATE 1-Nigerian stocks near 5-month high after central bank FX shift
LAGOS, May 25 (Reuters) - Nigerian stocks soared to near a
5-month high on Wednesday with banks leading the charge, driven
by hopes that a more flexible foreign exchange policy will boost
dollar...
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5-month high on Wednesday with banks leading the charge, driven
by hopes that a more flexible foreign exchange policy will boost
dollar...
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Putin says Russia's budget deficit must be kept tight
MOSCOW, May 25 (Reuters) - Russia's budget deficit must not
widen and inflation must be kept in check, President Vladimir
Putin said on Wednesday.
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widen and inflation must be kept in check, President Vladimir
Putin said on Wednesday.
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CEE MARKETS-Polish 10-year yield touches 3-week high on politics
* Polish politics, Fed, Brexit risk weigh on outlook of CEE
assets
* Poland holds government bond auction
By Sandor Peto and Bartosz Lada
BUDAPEST/WARSAW, May 25 (Reuters) - Poland's...
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assets
* Poland holds government bond auction
By Sandor Peto and Bartosz Lada
BUDAPEST/WARSAW, May 25 (Reuters) - Poland's...
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VTB head says Russian Eurobond deal good for local financial infrastructure
MOSCOW, May 25 (Reuters) - The latest Russian Eurobond
issue, which took place without the participation of major
international settlement agencies Euroclear and Clearstream, is
good for Russia's...
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issue, which took place without the participation of major
international settlement agencies Euroclear and Clearstream, is
good for Russia's...
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New Russian Eurobond issue's price up more than 1 percentage point - traders
MOSCOW, May 25 (Reuters) - The price of a new Russian
10-year Eurobond was up more than 1 percentage point to trade at
101.375 on Wednesday, two traders told Reuters.
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10-year Eurobond was up more than 1 percentage point to trade at
101.375 on Wednesday, two traders told Reuters.
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Russia FinMin says no need to top up Eurobond issue
MOSCOW, May 25 (Reuters) - Russian Finance Minister Anton
Siluanov said on Wednesday he saw no need to top up the Eurobond
placed on Tuesday which raised $1.75 billion with foreigners as
the biggest...
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Siluanov said on Wednesday he saw no need to top up the Eurobond
placed on Tuesday which raised $1.75 billion with foreigners as
the biggest...
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Russian FinMin may tap intl debt markets again before year-end-RIA quotes VTB CEO
MOSCOW, May 25 (Reuters) - Russian Finance Ministry may tap
international debt markets once again before the year-end, VTB
bank Chief Executive Andrei Kostin was quoted as saying by RIA
news agency...
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international debt markets once again before the year-end, VTB
bank Chief Executive Andrei Kostin was quoted as saying by RIA
news agency...
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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares gain, dollar firm as US data soothes rate fears
TOKYO/SINGAPORE, May 25 (Reuters) - Asian shares jumped on
Wednesday, taking cues from sharp gains in European and U.S.
markets, while the dollar firmed as upbeat U.S. home sales
supported the view...
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Wednesday, taking cues from sharp gains in European and U.S.
markets, while the dollar firmed as upbeat U.S. home sales
supported the view...
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Economic hit would outweigh post-Brexit budget savings for UK - IFS think tank
LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Any budget savings Britain would
make by cutting its funding to the European Union would be wiped
out by even a small economic slowdown that could result from
leaving the...
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make by cutting its funding to the European Union would be wiped
out by even a small economic slowdown that could result from
leaving the...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil stocks, currency rise on local politics, austerity measures
(Updates with closing prices)
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 24 (Reuters) - Brazil's stocks and currency
rose slightly on Tuesday after a minister accused of seeking to
hamper a...
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By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 24 (Reuters) - Brazil's stocks and currency
rose slightly on Tuesday after a minister accused of seeking to
hamper a...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ stabilizes against greenback as oil rises
* Canadian dollar at C$1.3146, or 76.07 U.S. cents
* Loonie touched its weakest since April 5 at C$1.3188
* Bond prices slightly lower across the maturity curve
By Fergal Smith
...
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* Loonie touched its weakest since April 5 at C$1.3188
* Bond prices slightly lower across the maturity curve
By Fergal Smith
...
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UPDATE 1-U.S. Treasury to press China to improve investment climate -official
WASHINGTON, May 24 (Reuters) - Obama administration
officials will press their Chinese counterparts to take steps to
improve China's business and investment climate during bilateral
meetings in early...
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officials will press their Chinese counterparts to take steps to
improve China's business and investment climate during bilateral
meetings in early...
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U.S. Treasury's Sheets says China yuan needs to show upside 'flexibility'
WASHINGTON, May 24 (Reuters) - China's yuan currency will
need to demonstrate some upside flexibility along with its
recent downward movements if China is to make progress toward
achieving a...
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need to demonstrate some upside flexibility along with its
recent downward movements if China is to make progress toward
achieving a...
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FOREX-Dollar rallies as bets on June-July Fed rate hike increase
NEW YORK, May 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar hit its highest
level against the euro in nearly 10 weeks on Tuesday and rallied
against the yen and Swiss franc on increased expectations for an
interest...
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level against the euro in nearly 10 weeks on Tuesday and rallied
against the yen and Swiss franc on increased expectations for an
interest...
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Russia places $1.75 bln in Eurobonds at 4.75 pct - sources
MOSCOW, May 24 (Reuters) - Russia on Tuesday placed $1.75
billion in Eurobonds at a yield of 4.75 percent, three financial
market sources told Reuters.
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billion in Eurobonds at a yield of 4.75 percent, three financial
market sources told Reuters.
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar climbs on Fed expectations; stocks jump
* Oil reverses earlier losses
(Updates with U.S. market openings, changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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(Updates with U.S. market openings, changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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Foreign investors showed interest in Russia's Eurobond - TASS cites EconMin
MOSCOW, May 24 (Reuters) - Foreign investors showed interest
in Russia's Eurobond, TASS news agency cited Russia's Economy
Minister Alexei Ulyukayev as saying on Tuesday.
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in Russia's Eurobond, TASS news agency cited Russia's Economy
Minister Alexei Ulyukayev as saying on Tuesday.
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FOREX-Dollar rallies as bets on June-July Fed rate hike increase
NEW YORK, May 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar hit its highest
level against the euro in more than eight weeks on Tuesday and
rallied against the yen and Swiss franc on increased
expectations for an...
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level against the euro in more than eight weeks on Tuesday and
rallied against the yen and Swiss franc on increased
expectations for an...
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UPDATE 1-Brazil's Temer seeks constitutional reform to curb public spending
BRASILIA, May 24 (Reuters) - Brazil's interim President
Michel Temer said on Tuesday he would seek a constitutional
amendment to curb public spending as his government unveiled a
raft of austerity...
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Michel Temer said on Tuesday he would seek a constitutional
amendment to curb public spending as his government unveiled a
raft of austerity...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ pares losses against greenback as oil rises
* Canadian dollar at C$1.3148, or 76.06 U.S. cents
* Loonie touched its weakest since April 5 at C$1.3188
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 24 (Reuters) - Higher...
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* Loonie touched its weakest since April 5 at C$1.3188
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 24 (Reuters) - Higher...
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Brazil's Temer seeks constitutional reform to curb public spending
BRASILIA, May 24 (Reuters) - Brazil's interim President
Michel Temer said on Tuesday he would seek a constitutional
amendment to curb public spending by limiting the growth of
expenditure before debt...
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Michel Temer said on Tuesday he would seek a constitutional
amendment to curb public spending by limiting the growth of
expenditure before debt...
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REFILE-UPDATE 1-Bank of England's Carney, under fresh fire, defends message on Brexit risk
LONDON, May 24 (Reuters) - Bank of England Governor Mark
Carney defended the central bank's decision to flag the risks of
leaving the European Union on Tuesday, hitting back at one of
his toughest...
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Carney defended the central bank's decision to flag the risks of
leaving the European Union on Tuesday, hitting back at one of
his toughest...
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Nigeria FX reserves down 2.7 pct as markets eye rate decision
LAGOS, May 24 (Reuters) - Nigeria's forex reserves fell 2.7
percent to $26.56 billion by May 20 from a month earlier,
central bank data showed, as analysts awaited a rate decision on
Tuesday, which...
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percent to $26.56 billion by May 20 from a month earlier,
central bank data showed, as analysts awaited a rate decision on
Tuesday, which...
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FOREX-Dollar rallies on expectations of summer interest rates hike
LONDON, May 24 (Reuters) - The dollar strengthened across
the board on Tuesday and hit an eight-week high against the euro
as investors brought forward their bets on when the U.S. Federal
Reserve...
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the board on Tuesday and hit an eight-week high against the euro
as investors brought forward their bets on when the U.S. Federal
Reserve...
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UPDATE 1-Kenya's central bank sees 2016 growth up, current account deficit down
NAIROBI, May 24 (Reuters) - Kenya's central bank governor
said on Tuesday the economy was expected to expand by 6 percent
in 2016 after 5.6 percent growth last year, while the current
account deficit...
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said on Tuesday the economy was expected to expand by 6 percent
in 2016 after 5.6 percent growth last year, while the current
account deficit...
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UPDATE 1-For third straight month, Turkey cenbank cuts top end of rate corridor
ISTANBUL, May 24 (Reuters) - Turkey's central bank cut the
top end of its interest rate corridor by an expected 50 basis
points on Tuesday, as new Governor Murat Cetinkaya charts a
dovish course amid...
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top end of its interest rate corridor by an expected 50 basis
points on Tuesday, as new Governor Murat Cetinkaya charts a
dovish course amid...
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CEE MARKETS-Zloty falls further as EU-Poland tensions flare
* Zloty weakest since February, EU's Timmermans in Warsaw
* Worries over tension with EU weighs on Polish assets
* Forint near multi-month low, 15 bp rate cut seen
By Sandor Peto
...
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* Worries over tension with EU weighs on Polish assets
* Forint near multi-month low, 15 bp rate cut seen
By Sandor Peto
...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Turkish lira bounces on cabinet news; emerging assets feel dollar heat
LONDON, May 24 (Reuters) - Turkey's lira bounced off near
four-month lows on Tuesday after investor-friendly deputy prime
minister Mehmet Simsek kept his post in government, though
Turkish and other...
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four-month lows on Tuesday after investor-friendly deputy prime
minister Mehmet Simsek kept his post in government, though
Turkish and other...
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Demand for Russia's Eurobond amounts to around $6.3 bln - IFR
MOSCOW, May 24 (Reuters) - Investor demand for Russia's
10-year dollar-denominated Eurobond has amounted to around $6.3
billion, IFR reported on Tuesday.
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10-year dollar-denominated Eurobond has amounted to around $6.3
billion, IFR reported on Tuesday.
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Shares climb as markets play Fed waiting game
LONDON, May 24 (Reuters) - Oil prices fell for a fifth
consecutive day on Tuesday and financial markets were volatile
as investors wait to see whether U.S. interest rates will be
raised next month.
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consecutive day on Tuesday and financial markets were volatile
as investors wait to see whether U.S. interest rates will be
raised next month.
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RPT-Buhari's Lagos no-show dismays Nigerian business
LAGOS, May 23 (Reuters) - At least the taxi drivers of Lagos
are happy, even if businessmen in Nigeria's commercial capital
are not.
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are happy, even if businessmen in Nigeria's commercial capital
are not.
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Sterling boosted by support for "In" camp in Brexit vote
LONDON, May 24 (Reuters) - Sterling rose against the euro
and the dollar on Tuesday, boosted by a poll that showed the
"Remain" camp was well ahead over their "Leave" rivals with a
month to go before...
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and the dollar on Tuesday, boosted by a poll that showed the
"Remain" camp was well ahead over their "Leave" rivals with a
month to go before...
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Monday, May 23, 2016
BRIEF-Singapore central bank says to impose $13.3 mln penalty on BSI Bank
* MAS says conducting supervisory reviews of several other
financial institutions and bank accounts through which
suspicious transactions have taken place
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financial institutions and bank accounts through which
suspicious transactions have taken place
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UPDATE 1-Hong Kong Exchange to work quickly to build a China bond connect scheme
HONG KONG, May 24 (Reuters) - The operator of Hong Kong's
stock exchange said on Tuesday it will "work very quickly" on a
plan to link bond markets in China with those in the Asia's
financial centre,...
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stock exchange said on Tuesday it will "work very quickly" on a
plan to link bond markets in China with those in the Asia's
financial centre,...
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FOREX-Risk aversion shores up yen, commodity currencies sag on declining oil
* Canadian dollar struggles near 6-week lows as oil slides
(Updates prices, adds details and quotes)
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares trade languidly, dollar edges up
TOKYO, May 24 (Reuters) - Asian shares were nearly flat in
early trading on Tuesday, while the dollar rebounded from steep
losses against the yen in the previous session.
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early trading on Tuesday, while the dollar rebounded from steep
losses against the yen in the previous session.
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FOREX-Yen shored up by risk aversion, commodity currencies sag on declining oil
TOKYO, May 24 (Reuters) - The yen held on to gains on
Tuesday, shored up by investors' risk aversion and receding
expectations that Japan will weaken the currency after a fresh
warning by the United...
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Tuesday, shored up by investors' risk aversion and receding
expectations that Japan will weaken the currency after a fresh
warning by the United...
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Fed's Harker adds to drumbeat of approaching U.S. rate hikes
PHILADELPHIA, May 23 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve will
likely raise interest rates two or three times this year,
another top Fed official said on Monday, reinforcing the central
bank's message it...
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likely raise interest rates two or three times this year,
another top Fed official said on Monday, reinforcing the central
bank's message it...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil currency drops on local political woes
(Updates with planning minister stepping down)
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 23 (Reuters) - Brazil's currency fell sharply
on Monday following the resignation of a high-ranking...
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By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 23 (Reuters) - Brazil's currency fell sharply
on Monday following the resignation of a high-ranking...
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FOREX-Dollar plummets against yen on G7 meeting, Japanese data
NEW YORK, May 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar tumbled nearly
1 percent against the yen on Monday on Japanese trade data and
Washington's resistance to currency intervention by Tokyo, but
was little...
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1 percent against the yen on Monday on Japanese trade data and
Washington's resistance to currency intervention by Tokyo, but
was little...
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Buhari's Lagos no-show dismays Nigerian business
LAGOS, May 23 (Reuters) - At least the taxi drivers of Lagos
are happy, even if businessmen in Nigeria's commercial capital
are not.
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are happy, even if businessmen in Nigeria's commercial capital
are not.
Read more
Uruguay slashes growth forecasts for 2016, 2017
MONTEVIDEO, May 23 (Reuters) - Uruguay's government on
Monday sharply cut its forecast for growth this year and next,
citing weak economic expansion in countries neighboring the
South American nation.
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Monday sharply cut its forecast for growth this year and next,
citing weak economic expansion in countries neighboring the
South American nation.
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Russia's Eurobond placement expected on May 24 - source
MOSCOW, May 23 (Reuters) - Russia's Eurobond placement was
expected to take place on May 24, a banking source told Reuters
on Monday.
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expected to take place on May 24, a banking source told Reuters
on Monday.
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Yields inch up on Fed rate hike talk; stocks flat
* Monsanto shares up after Bayer unveils bid
(Updates prices, adds European shares' close,)
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(Updates prices, adds European shares' close,)
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Shortest odds on "In" since EU vote date was announced - bookmaker
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - British bookmaker William Hill
said on Monday it was offering an "In" vote at the shortest odds
since the date of next month's referendum on European Union
membership was...
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said on Monday it was offering an "In" vote at the shortest odds
since the date of next month's referendum on European Union
membership was...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar up on rate hike talk; stocks flat
* Monsanto shares up after Bayer unveils bid
(Updates to U.S. markets openings; changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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(Updates to U.S. markets openings; changes dateline, previous
LONDON)
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FOREX-Dollar gains against euro on Fed comments, slips against yen
* More Fed speakers, U.S. data awaited
(Updates prices, adds comments; changes byline, dateline,
previous LONDON)
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(Updates prices, adds comments; changes byline, dateline,
previous LONDON)
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil shares, currency drop on local political woes
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 23 (Reuters) - Brazil's stocks and currency
fell sharply on Monday on reports that a high-ranking minister,
in charge of securing legislative support for fiscal...
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SAO PAULO, May 23 (Reuters) - Brazil's stocks and currency
fell sharply on Monday on reports that a high-ranking minister,
in charge of securing legislative support for fiscal...
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'Brexit' looms over mid-June Fed meeting, Williams says
NEW YORK, May 23 (Reuters) - The possibility that Britons
could vote to leave the European Union a week after a mid-June
Federal Reserve decision on raising interest rates will play a
role in that...
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could vote to leave the European Union a week after a mid-June
Federal Reserve decision on raising interest rates will play a
role in that...
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Sberbank not invited to arrange Russia's Eurobond - CEO
MOSCOW, May 23 (Reuters) - Sberbank, Russia's
largest bank by assets, had not been invited to participate in
arranging the country's Eurobond issue, the bank's Chief
Executive Officer German Gref...
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largest bank by assets, had not been invited to participate in
arranging the country's Eurobond issue, the bank's Chief
Executive Officer German Gref...
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UPDATE 1-Sterling slips as markets start week on cautious note
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - Sterling slipped on Monday after
gaining over 1 percent against the dollar last week as
investors, still worried that a looming June 23 referendum could
see Britons vote to...
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gaining over 1 percent against the dollar last week as
investors, still worried that a looming June 23 referendum could
see Britons vote to...
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Russian Eurobond issue may be closed by end-Monday: sources
MOSCOW, May 23 (Reuters) - Russia's placement of a Eurobond
may be completed as early as close of business on Monday, two
banking sources said.
(Reporting by Oksana Kobzeva; Writing by Christian...
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may be completed as early as close of business on Monday, two
banking sources said.
(Reporting by Oksana Kobzeva; Writing by Christian...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks, oil, yields slip as investors start week in cautious mood
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - Stocks, oil and yields on
government bonds all fell on Monday, reversing some of their
recent gains as investors began the week in a cautious mood,
still grappling with the...
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government bonds all fell on Monday, reversing some of their
recent gains as investors began the week in a cautious mood,
still grappling with the...
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Russia Eurobond may not be held through int'l clearing systems for now - prospectus
MOSCOW, May 23 (Reuters) - The Russian 10-year Eurobond
placed by the finance ministry may not be held through principal
international clearing systems until they determine eligibility
with respect...
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placed by the finance ministry may not be held through principal
international clearing systems until they determine eligibility
with respect...
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RPT-Brazil's new top diplomat shifts focus from ideology to trade
BRASILIA, May 23 (Reuters) - The arrival of a tough-talking
foreign minister in Brazil marks a move away from the
ideologically-driven diplomacy that raised tensions with the
United States in the...
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foreign minister in Brazil marks a move away from the
ideologically-driven diplomacy that raised tensions with the
United States in the...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Hungary shares cheer upgrade, politics weighs on Turkish lira
* Hungary shares climb 0.8 pct after Fitch upgrade to IG
* Lira dips after new PM confirmed, rate cuts eyed
* Greek markets rally on hopes of smooth aid deal
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) -...
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* Lira dips after new PM confirmed, rate cuts eyed
* Greek markets rally on hopes of smooth aid deal
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) -...
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UPDATE 1-Russia launches 10-year Eurobond placement - prospectus
MOSCOW, May 23 (Reuters) - Russia's government announced on
Monday that it was placing its first Eurobond since financial
sanctions were imposed over the Ukraine crisis, having decided
to go ahead...
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Monday that it was placing its first Eurobond since financial
sanctions were imposed over the Ukraine crisis, having decided
to go ahead...
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Sterling steadies after week of gains
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - Sterling steadied around $1.45 on
Monday after gaining more than 1 percent against the dollar last
week, with investors still worried that a referendum in exactly
one month...
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Monday after gaining more than 1 percent against the dollar last
week, with investors still worried that a referendum in exactly
one month...
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WRAPUP 1-Slumping Japan exports, factory orders add to headaches for PM Abe, BOJ
* April exports, imports fall more sharply than March
* Yen gains, slowdown in China, other emerging markets weigh
* May factory activity shrinks most in over 3 years - survey
* Pressure...
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* Yen gains, slowdown in China, other emerging markets weigh
* May factory activity shrinks most in over 3 years - survey
* Pressure...
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Brazil's new top diplomat shifts focus from ideology to trade
BRASILIA, May 23 (Reuters) - The arrival of a tough-talking
foreign minister in Brazil marks a move away from the
ideologically-driven diplomacy that raised tensions with the
United States in the...
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foreign minister in Brazil marks a move away from the
ideologically-driven diplomacy that raised tensions with the
United States in the...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares, dollar start week off on strong footing
TOKYO, May 23 (Reuters) - Asian shares rose on Monday after
a solid session on Wall Street, while the dollar held near
recent highs against major rivals as investors bet that the U.S.
Federal Reserve...
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a solid session on Wall Street, while the dollar held near
recent highs against major rivals as investors bet that the U.S.
Federal Reserve...
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FOREX-Dollar consolidates after posting a third week of gains
SYDNEY, May 23 (Reuters) - The dollar got off to a steady
start against a basket of major currencies on Monday, remaining
within striking distance of a two-month peak after markets last
week moved to...
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start against a basket of major currencies on Monday, remaining
within striking distance of a two-month peak after markets last
week moved to...
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UK's Cameron says Trump comments on Muslim ban "very dangerous"
LONDON, May 22 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister David
Cameron said on Sunday U.S. presidential candidate Donald
Trump's comments on banning Muslims from entering the United
States were "very...
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Cameron said on Sunday U.S. presidential candidate Donald
Trump's comments on banning Muslims from entering the United
States were "very...
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Britain risks year-long recession if votes for Brexit - Osborne
LONDON, May 23 (Reuters) - Britain could sink into a
year-long recession if it votes to leave the European Union,
finance minister George Osborne said in his latest attempt to
focus voters on the...
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year-long recession if it votes to leave the European Union,
finance minister George Osborne said in his latest attempt to
focus voters on the...
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Saturday, May 21, 2016
Treasury's Lew: US economy continues to strengthen but global economy uneven
TOKYO, May 21 (Reuters) - For highlights from briefings by
finance leaders after the conclusion of Group of Seven (G7)
meetings on Saturday click on:
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meetings on Saturday click on:
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BOJ Kuroda: G7 meeting confirmed existing agreements at past int'l meetings on monetary policy
SENDAI, Japan, May 21 (Reuters) - For highlights from
briefings by finance leaders after the conclusion of Group of
Seven (G7) meetings on Saturday click on:
(Reporting by Leika Kihara)
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briefings by finance leaders after the conclusion of Group of
Seven (G7) meetings on Saturday click on:
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Germany's Schaeuble says economies need structural reforms
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Friday, May 20, 2016
HIGHLIGHTS-G7 finance leaders debate global economy, risks
SENDAI, Japan, May 21 (Reuters) - Finance leaders of the
Group of Seven (G7) advanced economies gathered in the northeast
Japanese city of Sendai for a two-day discussion on issues
ranging from the...
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Group of Seven (G7) advanced economies gathered in the northeast
Japanese city of Sendai for a two-day discussion on issues
ranging from the...
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Japan finmin Aso: G7 reaffirms importance of forex stability
SENDAI, Japan, May 21 (Reuters) - For highlights from
briefings by finance leaders after the conclusion of Group of
Seven (G7) meetings on Saturday click on:
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Seven (G7) meetings on Saturday click on:
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US Treasury's Lew stressed need to refrain from FX devaluation in meeting with Japan's Aso
SENDAI, Japan, May 21 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary
Jack Lew told his Japanese counterpart Taro Aso in a meeting on
Saturday that it is important to refrain from competitive
currency...
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Jack Lew told his Japanese counterpart Taro Aso in a meeting on
Saturday that it is important to refrain from competitive
currency...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens to a six-week low as retail sales, oil fall
* Canadian dollar at C$1.3125, or 76.19 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
(Adds details, quote, updates prices)
By Fergal Smith and Leah Schnurr
TORONTO/OTTAWA,...
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* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
(Adds details, quote, updates prices)
By Fergal Smith and Leah Schnurr
TORONTO/OTTAWA,...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar rises to third weekly gain; stocks jump
NEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - Global equity markets rose on
Friday as investors took in stride the possibility the Federal
Reserve may hike interest rates in June, a view that helped U.S.
bond yields...
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Friday as investors took in stride the possibility the Federal
Reserve may hike interest rates in June, a view that helped U.S.
bond yields...
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UPDATE 1-Speculators cut short U.S. dollar bets on Fed hike view-CFTC, Reuters
(Adds table, details on net short dollar, euro contracts)
May 20 (Reuters) - Speculators pared back bets against the
U.S. dollar for a second straight week, as investors started
pricing in the...
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May 20 (Reuters) - Speculators pared back bets against the
U.S. dollar for a second straight week, as investors started
pricing in the...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar rises to third weekly gain; stocks jump
NEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - Global equity markets rose on
Friday as investors took in stride the possibility the Federal
Reserve may hike interest rates in June, a view that helped U.S.
bond yields...
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Friday as investors took in stride the possibility the Federal
Reserve may hike interest rates in June, a view that helped U.S.
bond yields...
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Speculators trim short U.S. dollar bets for 2nd week -CFTC, Reuters
May 20 (Reuters) - Speculators pared back bets against the
U.S. dollar for a second straight week, as investors started
pricing in the possibility of an interest rate increase next
month.
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U.S. dollar for a second straight week, as investors started
pricing in the possibility of an interest rate increase next
month.
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UPDATE 1-Nigeria's economy contracts 0.36 pct y/y in Q1
LAGOS, May 20 (Reuters) - Nigeria's gross domestic product
contracted by 0.36 percent in the first quarter of 2016 after
growing 3.96 percent in the same period last year, the head of
the Nigerian...
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contracted by 0.36 percent in the first quarter of 2016 after
growing 3.96 percent in the same period last year, the head of
the Nigerian...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar cruises to third weekly gain, stocks bounce
NEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - Global equity markets rose on
Friday as investors took in stride the possibility the Federal
Reserve might hike interest rates in June, a notion that helped
U.S. bond...
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Friday as investors took in stride the possibility the Federal
Reserve might hike interest rates in June, a notion that helped
U.S. bond...
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Pressure builds for Mexico interest rate rise as funds sell peso
LONDON/MEXICO CITY, May 20 (Reuters) - Mexico has become an
emerging markets weak link, with authorities facing mounting
pressure to jack up interest rates to defend the peso, viewed by
investors as...
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emerging markets weak link, with authorities facing mounting
pressure to jack up interest rates to defend the peso, viewed by
investors as...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar cruises to third weekly win, stocks bounce
NEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - Global equity markets rose on
Friday as investors took in stride growing expectations the
Federal Reserve will hike interest rates in June, a notion that
helped U.S. bond...
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Friday as investors took in stride growing expectations the
Federal Reserve will hike interest rates in June, a notion that
helped U.S. bond...
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Nigeria's gross domestic product contracts 0.36 pct in Q1 2016 year-on-year - stats office
LAGOS, May 20 (Reuters) - Nigeria's gross domestic product
contracted by 0.36 percent in the first quarter of 2016 after
growing 3.96 percent in the same period last year, the head of
the Nigerian...
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contracted by 0.36 percent in the first quarter of 2016 after
growing 3.96 percent in the same period last year, the head of
the Nigerian...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil stocks up as Parente named Petrobras CEO
By Bruno Federowski and Priscila Jordão
SAO PAULO, May 20 (Reuters) - Brazilian equities rose on
Friday after the nomination of a well-known executive as head of
Petrobras allayed fears of...
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SAO PAULO, May 20 (Reuters) - Brazilian equities rose on
Friday after the nomination of a well-known executive as head of
Petrobras allayed fears of...
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Mexico cuts 2016 growth outlook, cites weak US growth
MEXICO CITY, May 20 (Reuters) - Mexico's government cut its
2016 growth outlook, pointing to weak industrial output in the
United States that has directly hit Mexican exports, a top
official said on...
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2016 growth outlook, pointing to weak industrial output in the
United States that has directly hit Mexican exports, a top
official said on...
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CEE MARKETS-Polish assets lag on rule-of-law row
* Zloty eases amid EU threat
* Central bank chief designate's comments fail to lift zloty
* Forint hits 4-month low, upgrade from Fitch seen unlikely
(Adds Polish PM, central bank governor,...
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* Central bank chief designate's comments fail to lift zloty
* Forint hits 4-month low, upgrade from Fitch seen unlikely
(Adds Polish PM, central bank governor,...
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Local banking sector should be mostly Polish -c.bank head-designate
WARSAW, May 20 (Reuters) - Poland's central bank
governor-designate Adam Glapinski called on Friday to reverse
the present ownership structure in the Polish banking sector,
which is 60-percent owned...
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governor-designate Adam Glapinski called on Friday to reverse
the present ownership structure in the Polish banking sector,
which is 60-percent owned...
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UPDATE 1-Mexico economy gains pace in 1st-qtr on industry, services
(Recasts with components of GDP, adds background)
MEXICO CITY, May 20 (Reuters) - Mexican growth picked up in
the first quarter on stronger domestic consumption and as
industrial output gained...
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MEXICO CITY, May 20 (Reuters) - Mexican growth picked up in
the first quarter on stronger domestic consumption and as
industrial output gained...
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Germany sees no need for more expansive fiscal policy, official says
BERLIN, May 20 (Reuters) - Germany see no need for a more
expansive fiscal policy, a senior government official said on
Friday, adding that Berlin was already making a contribution to
growth with...
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expansive fiscal policy, a senior government official said on
Friday, adding that Berlin was already making a contribution to
growth with...
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CORRECTED-FOREX-Dollar heads for third week of gains
LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - The dollar was on course for a
third straight weekly advance on Friday, as more hints the
United States is getting closer to raising interest rates kept
the currency close...
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third straight weekly advance on Friday, as more hints the
United States is getting closer to raising interest rates kept
the currency close...
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Germany views structural reforms as key for G7 summit in Japan
BERLIN, May 20 (Reuters) - Germany regards structural
reforms as a key tool to help support the global economy, a
senior German government official said on Friday ahead of a
meeting of the Group of...
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reforms as a key tool to help support the global economy, a
senior German government official said on Friday ahead of a
meeting of the Group of...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Fed hike prospects keep emerging markets lower
By Karin Strohecker
LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Emerging market assets edged
higher on Friday but currencies were softer over the week and
stocks on track for a fifth week in the red, weighed down...
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LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Emerging market assets edged
higher on Friday but currencies were softer over the week and
stocks on track for a fifth week in the red, weighed down...
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CEE MARKETS-Polish assets lag on rule-of-law row
* Zloty eases amid EU threat
* Hungarian bonds firm but Fitch upgrade seen unlikely
By Sandor Peto
BUDAPEST, May 20 (Reuters) - Polish assets lagged a Central
European rebound on Friday,...
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* Hungarian bonds firm but Fitch upgrade seen unlikely
By Sandor Peto
BUDAPEST, May 20 (Reuters) - Polish assets lagged a Central
European rebound on Friday,...
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Betting odds indicate 79 pct probability of a British vote to stay in the EU
LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - Betting odds on Friday indicated
a 79 percent implied probability of Britain voting to stay in
the European Union in a June 23 referendum, according to
Betfair.
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a 79 percent implied probability of Britain voting to stay in
the European Union in a June 23 referendum, according to
Betfair.
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Thursday, May 19, 2016
FOREX-Dollar holds firm on Fed hike view, sterling outperforms
SYDNEY, May 20 (Reuters) - The dollar held at its highest in
nearly two months against a basket of major currencies early on
Friday, on track for a third week of gains as investors awaken
to the risk...
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nearly two months against a basket of major currencies early on
Friday, on track for a third week of gains as investors awaken
to the risk...
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UPDATE 1-Bitcoin exchange Coinbase to add ether currency to trading platform
NEW YORK, May 19 (Reuters) - Bitcoin exchange Coinbase said
on Thursday it will add digital currency ether on its trading
platform next Tuesday.
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on Thursday it will add digital currency ether on its trading
platform next Tuesday.
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Bitcoin exchange Coinbase to add ether currency to trading platform
NEW YORK, May 19 (Reuters) - Bitcoin exchange Coinbase said
late Thursday it will add digital currency ether on its trading
platform next Tuesday.
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late Thursday it will add digital currency ether on its trading
platform next Tuesday.
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Lipper fund flows IG US$1.146bn inflow; HY US$1.135bn inflow
NEW YORK, May 19 (IFR) - For the week ended May 18, Lipper
US Fund Flows reported the following:
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US Fund Flows reported the following:
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ hits a 6-week low on Fed speculation, soft data
(Adds analyst quotes, details on Bank of Canada poll, updates
prices)
* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.3105, or 76.31 U.S. cents
* Bond prices higher across the maturity curve
By Fergal...
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prices)
* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.3105, or 76.31 U.S. cents
* Bond prices higher across the maturity curve
By Fergal...
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GRAINS-Rallying U.S. dollar sparks broad-based selloff
* U.S. dollar index nears two-month high
(Adds closing prices, fund selling, details on U.S. farmers
planting more acres)
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(Adds closing prices, fund selling, details on U.S. farmers
planting more acres)
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UPDATE 1-IMF urges Russia to return to three-year fiscal planning
MOSCOW, May 19 (Reuters) - Russia's return to three-year
budget planning that should be combined with a reliable fiscal
rule is vital to allow the country to adjust to lower energy
prices and to...
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budget planning that should be combined with a reliable fiscal
rule is vital to allow the country to adjust to lower energy
prices and to...
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FOREX-Dollar up slightly vs euro, franc after mixed Fed messages
* Dollar dips from 3-week high vs yen on risk aversion
(Updates prices, adds comments; changes dateline; previous
LONDON)
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(Updates prices, adds comments; changes dateline; previous
LONDON)
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BlackRock's Thiel: German bond yields too low given inflation trajectory
LONDON, May 19 (Reuters) - German bond yields are too low
given the trajectory for inflation and economic growth, Scott
Thiel, head of global bonds at BlackRock, said on Thursday.
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given the trajectory for inflation and economic growth, Scott
Thiel, head of global bonds at BlackRock, said on Thursday.
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UPDATE 2-South Africa cbank keeps key rate unchanged, sees tepid growth
* Analysts say domestic political risks may trigger rate
hikes
(Adds details, analyst quote)
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hikes
(Adds details, analyst quote)
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks sell off, dollar gains as possible Fed hike weighed
* Global stock gauge falls for third straight day
(Updates with opening of U.S. markets; previous dateline
London)
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(Updates with opening of U.S. markets; previous dateline
London)
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South Africa's cbank says data paints bleak picture for Q3
PRETORIA, May 19 (Reuters) - For highlights of South African
Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago's news conference after
the central bank's policy meeting, please double-click on
(Editing by...
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Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago's news conference after
the central bank's policy meeting, please double-click on
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South Africa's cbank says rate decision a pause, not reversal of tightening cycle
PRETORIA, May 19 (Reuters) - For highlights of South African
Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago's news conference after
the central bank's policy meeting, please double-click on
(Editing by...
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the central bank's policy meeting, please double-click on
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South Africa's cbank says GDP growth outlook remains weak
PRETORIA, May 19 (Reuters) - For highlights of South African
Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago's news conference after
the central bank's policy meeting, please double-click on
(Editing by...
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Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago's news conference after
the central bank's policy meeting, please double-click on
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ hits a 6-week low amid weaker commodities, soft data
* Canadian dollar at C$1.3139, or 76.11 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 19 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened to
a fresh six-week low against its...
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* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 19 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened to
a fresh six-week low against its...
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UPDATE 1-Betting odds indicate much higher chance of Britain voting to stay in EU
LONDON, May 19 (Reuters) - Betting odds on Thursday
indicated the highest chance to date of Britain voting to stay
in the European Union, with the implied probability of a vote
for membership rising...
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indicated the highest chance to date of Britain voting to stay
in the European Union, with the implied probability of a vote
for membership rising...
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BOJ's Kuroda: Will ease more if forex moves threaten price goal
SENDAI, Japan, May 19 (Reuters) - Bank of Japan Governor
Haruhiko Kuroda said on Thursday the central bank would not
hesitate to ease monetary policy further if market moves,
including currency...
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Haruhiko Kuroda said on Thursday the central bank would not
hesitate to ease monetary policy further if market moves,
including currency...
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CEE MARKETS-Assets slip after Fed minutes, Romanian bond auction may be weak
* Forint, leu hit multimonth lows in overnight trade
* Expectations for Fed rate rise weigh on appetite
* Budgets, politics are a concern in Poland, Romania
By Sandor Peto and Radu-Sorin...
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* Expectations for Fed rate rise weigh on appetite
* Budgets, politics are a concern in Poland, Romania
By Sandor Peto and Radu-Sorin...
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FOREX-Dollar pauses after surge to seven-week high
* Japanese exporters' offers may temper dollar/yen rise
(Updates prices, adds more comment)
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(Updates prices, adds more comment)
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Prospect of early U.S. rate hike boosts dollar, bashes bonds
LONDON, May 19 (Reuters) - Revived prospects of an early
U.S. interest rate rise, possibly as soon as June, lifted the
dollar to a near two-month high on Thursday and left bonds,
stocks, commodities...
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U.S. interest rate rise, possibly as soon as June, lifted the
dollar to a near two-month high on Thursday and left bonds,
stocks, commodities...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Emerging assets at multi-month lows as Fed hikes back on agenda
LONDON, May 19 (Reuters) - Emerging stocks retreated on
Thursday to the lowest in more than two months and currencies
fell against the dollar as a June U.S. rate rise re-appeared on
the agenda,...
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Thursday to the lowest in more than two months and currencies
fell against the dollar as a June U.S. rate rise re-appeared on
the agenda,...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks, gold fall as Fed keeps June hike in play; dlr up
HONG KONG, May 19 (Reuters) - Asian stocks fell and the U.S.
dollar stood tall on Thursday as markets scrambled to factor in
the possibility of another interest rate increase by the Federal
Reserve...
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dollar stood tall on Thursday as markets scrambled to factor in
the possibility of another interest rate increase by the Federal
Reserve...
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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
China's desire for headline growth may hide longer-term risks - Moody's
HONG KONG, May 19 (Reuters) - China's desire to hold up
headline growth figures may increase longer-term risks for the
world's second-largest economy, ratings agency Moody's Investor
Services said on...
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headline growth figures may increase longer-term risks for the
world's second-largest economy, ratings agency Moody's Investor
Services said on...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks, gold fall as U.S. hike back on the cards; dlr jumps
HONG KONG, May 19 (Reuters) - Asian stocks fell and the U.S.
dollar stood tall on Thursday as markets scrambled to factor in
the possibility of another interest rate increase by the Federal
Reserve...
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dollar stood tall on Thursday as markets scrambled to factor in
the possibility of another interest rate increase by the Federal
Reserve...
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Hong Kong launches fresh plan to fortify cyber security after SWIFT heist
HONG KONG, May 19 (Reuters) - Hong Kong's central bank has a
launched a new program to strengthen lenders' ability to protect
their critical technology systems after recent attacks by
unidentified...
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launched a new program to strengthen lenders' ability to protect
their critical technology systems after recent attacks by
unidentified...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam currencies weaken as Fed policy minutes awaited
(Updates with final prices)
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 18 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
weakened on Wednesday amid growing expectations that the Federal
Reserve would...
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By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 18 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
weakened on Wednesday amid growing expectations that the Federal
Reserve would...
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FOREX-Dollar in pole position as Fed minutes keep June rate hike alive
TOKYO, May 19 (Reuters) - The dollar stood tall in early
Asian trading on Thursday, after racing to multi-week highs when
the minutes of the U.S. Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting
rekindled...
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Asian trading on Thursday, after racing to multi-week highs when
the minutes of the U.S. Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting
rekindled...
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UPDATE 2-Fed signals interest rate hike firmly on the table for June
* Less concern about global financial and economic situation
(Updates moves in financial markets)
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(Updates moves in financial markets)
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakest close in almost six weeks after Fed minutes
(Adds strategist comment, Fed minutes impact; updates prices)
* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.3023, or 76.79 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By Alastair Sharp
...
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* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.3023, or 76.79 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By Alastair Sharp
...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. dollar up on hawkish Fed; bank stocks rally
* Greenback jumps to session high after Fed minutes
(Updates after Fed minutes, changes comment)
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(Updates after Fed minutes, changes comment)
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FOREX-Dollar jumps after Fed minutes signal possible June hike
NEW YORK, May 18 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar hit its highest
level against the euro in more than three weeks on Wednesday and
crossed 110 yen for the first time in nearly three weeks after
Federal...
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level against the euro in more than three weeks on Wednesday and
crossed 110 yen for the first time in nearly three weeks after
Federal...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-US dollar up on hawkish Fed view; banks boost stock indices
* Treasury yields at multi-week highs
(Updates with U.S. markets, changes comments, dateline from
previous LONDON)
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(Updates with U.S. markets, changes comments, dateline from
previous LONDON)
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Brazil plans pension reform proposal by June 3, says minister
BRASILIA, May 18 (Reuters) - Brazil's new interim government
plans to have a proposed pension reform drafted by June 3 after
reviewing unions' suggestions next week, presidential chief of
staff...
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plans to have a proposed pension reform drafted by June 3 after
reviewing unions' suggestions next week, presidential chief of
staff...
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FOREX-Dollar gains on views of more hawkish Fed; minutes awaited
NEW YORK, May 18 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar hit a more than
three-week high against the euro and a nearly three-week peak
against the yen on Wednesday, tracking a rise in U.S. Treasury
yields on...
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three-week high against the euro and a nearly three-week peak
against the yen on Wednesday, tracking a rise in U.S. Treasury
yields on...
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Brazil's new fiscal target should include state debts, says minister
RIO DE JANEIRO, May 18 (Reuters) - Brazil's new 2016 fiscal
target to be announced next week is likely to include
renegotiated state debts and any losses by state electricity
group Eletrobras,...
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target to be announced next week is likely to include
renegotiated state debts and any losses by state electricity
group Eletrobras,...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam currencies weaken as Fed policy minutes awaited
By Bruno Federowski
SAO PAULO, May 18 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
weakened on Wednesday amid growing expectations that the Federal
Reserve would increase U.S. interest rates...
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SAO PAULO, May 18 (Reuters) - Most Latin American currencies
weakened on Wednesday amid growing expectations that the Federal
Reserve would increase U.S. interest rates...
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G7, markets face struggle to quell yen volatility
LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) - For world markets, the main focus
at this week's Group of Seven meeting in Japan will be how much
leeway the host nation is given to boost economic growth and
inflation,...
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at this week's Group of Seven meeting in Japan will be how much
leeway the host nation is given to boost economic growth and
inflation,...
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CEE MARKETS-Central European assets retreat as U.S. debt yields rise
* Forex, bonds, stocks ease on rising Fed hike expectations
* Zloty off 4-week high vs euro
* Czech short-end bonds draw healthy demand
(Adds Czech bond auction, Polish wages figures)
...
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* Zloty off 4-week high vs euro
* Czech short-end bonds draw healthy demand
(Adds Czech bond auction, Polish wages figures)
...
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Implied probability of British vote to stay in EU rises to 76 pct - Betfair odds
LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) - The implied probability of a
British vote to stay in the European Union rose to 76 percent,
according to Betfair odds supplied on Wednesday.
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British vote to stay in the European Union rose to 76 percent,
according to Betfair odds supplied on Wednesday.
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Georgia's c.bank buys $20 mln at currency auction on Wednesday
TBILISI, May 18 (Reuters) - Georgia's central bank bought
$20 million at a currency auction on Wednesday, as the country's
lari currency continues to strengthen.
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$20 million at a currency auction on Wednesday, as the country's
lari currency continues to strengthen.
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CEE MARKETS-Assets retreat as U.S. debt yields rise
* Forex, bonds, stocks ease on rising Fed hike expectations
* Polish employment, wages data due at 1200 GMT
* Czechs seen safely selling bonds at auction
By Sandor Peto and Bartosz Lada
...
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* Polish employment, wages data due at 1200 GMT
* Czechs seen safely selling bonds at auction
By Sandor Peto and Bartosz Lada
...
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FOREX-Dollar in vogue, hits 3-wk high on revived Fed rate hike expectations
LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) - The dollar rallied to a
three-week high against the euro and a basket of currencies on
Wednesday on renewed expectations that the Federal Reserve could
raise interest rates...
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three-week high against the euro and a basket of currencies on
Wednesday on renewed expectations that the Federal Reserve could
raise interest rates...
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FOREX-Dollar hits three-week high on revived Fed rate hike expectations
LONDON, May 18 (Reuters) - The dollar rose to a three-week
high against the euro and a basket of currencies on Wednesday on
renewed expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise
interest rates...
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high against the euro and a basket of currencies on Wednesday on
renewed expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise
interest rates...
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BRIEF-Spanish bank bad loans 10.0 pct of total credit in March
* Says Spanish bank non-performing loans stood at 10.0
percent of total credit in March, marginally down from 10.1
percent in February.
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percent of total credit in March, marginally down from 10.1
percent in February.
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CORRECTED-Nikkei ends flat as strong data drives yen volatility
TOKYO, May 18 (Reuters) - Japanese stocks ended the day flat
on Wednesday after the yen see-sawed against the U.S. dollar,
rising and falling in strength as investors digested...
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on Wednesday after the yen see-sawed against the U.S. dollar,
rising and falling in strength as investors digested...
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FOREX-Dollar pares losses after upbeat Japan GDP lifts yen
TOKYO, May 18 (Reuters) - The yen firmed against the dollar
on Wednesday after data showed Japan's economy unexpectedly
expanded at the fastest pace in a year in the first quarter, but
later gave up...
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on Wednesday after data showed Japan's economy unexpectedly
expanded at the fastest pace in a year in the first quarter, but
later gave up...
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Tuesday, May 17, 2016
FOREX-Yen gains after upbeat Japan GDP pares stimulus bets
TOKYO, May 18 (Reuters) - The yen gained against the dollar
and the euro on Wednesday, after data showed Japan's economy
expanded at the fastest pace in a year in the first quarter and
some investors...
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and the euro on Wednesday, after data showed Japan's economy
expanded at the fastest pace in a year in the first quarter and
some investors...
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Virtual company may raise $200 mln, largest in crowdfunding
NEW YORK, May 17 (Reuters) - A virtual company created using
a computer code could raise $200 million when it ends its
fund-raising campaign next week, according to the founder of the
firm that wrote...
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a computer code could raise $200 million when it ends its
fund-raising campaign next week, according to the founder of the
firm that wrote...
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Domestic flights in Nigeria disrupted by fuel shortage -aviation authority
LAGOS, May 17 (Reuters) - Fuel shortages have caused an
increase in cancellations and delays to internal flights in
Nigeria over the last few days, a spokesman for the aviation
authority said on...
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increase in cancellations and delays to internal flights in
Nigeria over the last few days, a spokesman for the aviation
authority said on...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weaker as Fed officials talk hikes
(Adds comment, updates prices to settlement)
* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.2903, or 77.50 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
By Alastair Sharp
TORONTO, May 17...
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* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.2903, or 77.50 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
By Alastair Sharp
TORONTO, May 17...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latam currencies gain as commodities rise for 3rd day
(Updates prices)
BRASILIA, May 17 (Reuters) - Latin American currencies
advanced slightly against the dollar on Tuesday as commodities
prices rose for a third consecutive day, while a drop in...
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BRASILIA, May 17 (Reuters) - Latin American currencies
advanced slightly against the dollar on Tuesday as commodities
prices rose for a third consecutive day, while a drop in...
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Mexico cenbanker warns global events could spur next hike
MEXICO CITY, May 17 (Reuters) - Mexico's central bank may
need to raise interest rates if global events hit the peso and
inflation expectations, Deputy Central Bank Governor Javier
Guzman said on...
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need to raise interest rates if global events hit the peso and
inflation expectations, Deputy Central Bank Governor Javier
Guzman said on...
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UPDATE 1-Russian interbank lending rates seen below c.bank key rate
MOSCOW, May 17 (Reuters) - Russia's overnight interbank
lending rates are expected to stay below the central bank's key
rate in May, the central bank said in a report on Tuesday,
illustrating...
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lending rates are expected to stay below the central bank's key
rate in May, the central bank said in a report on Tuesday,
illustrating...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks weighed by U.S. Fed watch; oil rises
* Euro edges up vs dollar, yen ticks higher
(Updates with U.S. markets, changes comment, dateline from
previous LONDON)
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(Updates with U.S. markets, changes comment, dateline from
previous LONDON)
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Russian c.bank sees overnight lending rates slightly below key rate in May
MOSCOW, May 17 (Reuters) - Russia's overnight interbank
lending rates are seen staying slightly below the central bank's
key rate in May, the central bank said in a report on Tuesday,
pointing to...
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lending rates are seen staying slightly below the central bank's
key rate in May, the central bank said in a report on Tuesday,
pointing to...
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FOREX-Dollar dips against major rivals on Fed rate hike doubts
NEW YORK, May 17 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar dipped against
a basket of major currencies on Tuesday after U.S. inflation
data failed to convince currency traders that the Federal
Reserve was moving...
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a basket of major currencies on Tuesday after U.S. inflation
data failed to convince currency traders that the Federal
Reserve was moving...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens as wildfire disrupts energy producers
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2941, or 77.27 U.S. cents
* Bond prices higher across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 17 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened
against its U.S. counterpart on...
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* Bond prices higher across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 17 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened
against its U.S. counterpart on...
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Daily currency trading volumes rise to $4.96 trillion in April - CLS
LONDON, May 17 (Reuters) - Global currency trading volumes
rose to just shy of $5 trillion a day in April as volatility
picked up after the Bank of Japan surprised many by keeping
monetary policy...
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rose to just shy of $5 trillion a day in April as volatility
picked up after the Bank of Japan surprised many by keeping
monetary policy...
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Brexit fears drive funds' UK equity holdings to 7-1/2-year low -BAML
LONDON, May 17 (Reuters) - Investors have slashed holdings
of UK equities to the lowest level since November 2008 on fear
Britons will vote next month to leave the European Union, a
monthly survey by...
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of UK equities to the lowest level since November 2008 on fear
Britons will vote next month to leave the European Union, a
monthly survey by...
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Armenia c.bank cuts refinancing rate to 7.75 pct from 8.25 pct
YEREVAN, May 17 (Reuters) - Armenia's central bank said on
Tuesday it had decided to cut its refinancing rate to 7.75
percent from 8.25 percent.
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Tuesday it had decided to cut its refinancing rate to 7.75
percent from 8.25 percent.
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Euro zone trade surplus higher than expected in March
BRUSSELS, May 17 (Reuters) - The European Union's statistics office Eurostat released the following data on the
external trade balance of the 19-countries sharing the euro in March.
Economists...
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external trade balance of the 19-countries sharing the euro in March.
Economists...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Naira near record low in NDF market; oil buoys emerging stocks
LONDON, May 17 (Reuters) - Nigeria's naira traded just off
record lows versus the dollar in the non-deliverable forwards
market on Tuesday, with markets betting that a devaluation to
tackle a...
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record lows versus the dollar in the non-deliverable forwards
market on Tuesday, with markets betting that a devaluation to
tackle a...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks rally as Buffett boosts Apple, oil eyes $50
LONDON, May 17 (Reuters) - World shares rose on Tuesday as
technology giant Apple Inc's biggest rise in over two months and
oil's march higher to within sight of $50 a barrel boosted
investor demand...
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technology giant Apple Inc's biggest rise in over two months and
oil's march higher to within sight of $50 a barrel boosted
investor demand...
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RPT-GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks rally as Buffett boosts Apple, oil eyes $50
LONDON, May 17 (Reuters) - World shares rose on Tuesday as
technology giant Apple Inc's biggest rise in over two months and
oil's march higher to within sight of $50 a barrel boosted
investor demand...
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technology giant Apple Inc's biggest rise in over two months and
oil's march higher to within sight of $50 a barrel boosted
investor demand...
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Monday, May 16, 2016
Morning News Call - India, May 17
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G7 to discuss currencies, Japan seeks FX stability - Finmin Aso
TOKYO, May 17 (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso
said on Tuesday that finance leaders from the Group of Seven
rich nations will likely discuss currencies and that Japan would
place the...
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said on Tuesday that finance leaders from the Group of Seven
rich nations will likely discuss currencies and that Japan would
place the...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latin American shares gain as oil hits 6-month high
(Updates prices)
BRASILIA, May 16 (Reuters) - Latin American stocks rose on
Monday as oil prices hit a six-month high and other commodities
also gained, while investors waited for greater clarity...
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BRASILIA, May 16 (Reuters) - Latin American stocks rose on
Monday as oil prices hit a six-month high and other commodities
also gained, while investors waited for greater clarity...
Read more
CANADA FX DEBT-C$ makes subdued gains as oil rallies
(Adds trader comment, updates prices to close)
* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.2896, or 77.54 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By Alastair Sharp
TORONTO, May 16...
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* Canadian dollar ends at C$1.2896, or 77.54 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
By Alastair Sharp
TORONTO, May 16...
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UPDATE 1-Foreigners buy U.S. Treasuries for 2nd straight month-Treasury data
NEW YORK, May 16 (Reuters) - Foreigners snapped up U.S.
Treasury bonds and notes for a second consecutive month in
March, data from the U.S. Treasury showed on Monday, as it
became apparent that the...
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Treasury bonds and notes for a second consecutive month in
March, data from the U.S. Treasury showed on Monday, as it
became apparent that the...
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Foreigners buy long-term U.S. assets for 2nd month in March-Treasury data
NEW YORK, May 16 (Reuters) - Foreigners bought long-term
U.S. securities for a second straight month in March, data from
the U.S. Treasury department showed on Monday.
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U.S. securities for a second straight month in March, data from
the U.S. Treasury department showed on Monday.
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Supply disruptions boost oil; stocks rise
* Irish yields lowest in over a month after Moody's upgrade
(Updates prices with U.S. close; changes comment)
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(Updates prices with U.S. close; changes comment)
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Treasury's Lew urges China to ensure fairness for U.S. exporters
WASHINGTON, May 16 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack
Lew on Monday urged China to implement economic reforms that
will help ensure fairness for U.S. exporters.
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Lew on Monday urged China to implement economic reforms that
will help ensure fairness for U.S. exporters.
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Congo PM proposes deep budget cuts, warning of hyperinflation
KINSHASA, May 16 (Reuters) - Democratic Republic of Congo's
prime minister proposed cutting operating costs of government
ministries and other public services by 30 percent on Monday,
warning of a...
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prime minister proposed cutting operating costs of government
ministries and other public services by 30 percent on Monday,
warning of a...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil up on supply disruptions, commodities lift stocks
* Irish yields lowest in over a month; Moody's ups rating
(Updates with U.S. markets, changes comments, dateline from
previous LONDON)
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(Updates with U.S. markets, changes comments, dateline from
previous LONDON)
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EMERGING MARKETS-Latin American shares gain as oil hits 6-month high
BRASILIA, May 16 (Reuters) - Latin American stocks rose on
Monday as oil prices hit a six-month high and other commodities
also gained, while investors waited for greater clarity on the
next steps of...
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Monday as oil prices hit a six-month high and other commodities
also gained, while investors waited for greater clarity on the
next steps of...
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FOREX-Yen skids on Japan intervention talk, higher risk tolerance
* Dollar slips on weak NY manufacturing data
(Updates prices, adds comments, changes byline, dateline;
previous LONDON)
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(Updates prices, adds comments, changes byline, dateline;
previous LONDON)
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ climbs as oil price, Canadian home sales rise
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2908, or 77.47 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 16 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar strengthened
against its U.S. counterpart on...
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* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 16 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar strengthened
against its U.S. counterpart on...
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UPDATE 1-Russia c.bank's Tulin: cutting key rate now wouldn't lead to growth
MOSCOW, May 16 (Reuters) - The Russian central bank believes
cutting its key rate now would not lead to economic growth, the
bank's First Deputy Governor Dmitry Tulin said on Monday.
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cutting its key rate now would not lead to economic growth, the
bank's First Deputy Governor Dmitry Tulin said on Monday.
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Russian cenbank sees liquidity surplus of up to 1 trln rbls in 2016
MOSCOW, May 16 (Reuters) - Russia's central bank forecasts a
liquidity surplus in the country's banking sector of up to 1
trillion roubles ($15.4 billion) this year, a senior central
bank official...
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liquidity surplus in the country's banking sector of up to 1
trillion roubles ($15.4 billion) this year, a senior central
bank official...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-European shares drop, oil jumps on Goldman view
LONDON, May 16 (Reuters) - European shares fell in subdued,
holiday-squeezed trade on Monday, unable to maintain the
momentum of Asian stocks that shrugged off sub-par Chinese
economic data to eke...
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holiday-squeezed trade on Monday, unable to maintain the
momentum of Asian stocks that shrugged off sub-par Chinese
economic data to eke...
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Russia c.bank's Tulin: stable key rate equals policy normalisation
MOSCOW, May 16 (Reuters) - The Russian central bank's First
Deputy Governor Dmitry Tulin said on Monday that the central
bank thought its key rate was stable and that this meant
monetary policy had...
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Deputy Governor Dmitry Tulin said on Monday that the central
bank thought its key rate was stable and that this meant
monetary policy had...
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Ryanair to cut investment in Britain if it leaves EU-O'Leary
STANSTED, England, May 16 (Reuters) - Ryanair could
cut the amount it invests in Britain if the country votes to
leave the European Union in next month's referendum, Chief
Executive Michael O'Leary...
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cut the amount it invests in Britain if the country votes to
leave the European Union in next month's referendum, Chief
Executive Michael O'Leary...
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CEE MARKETS-Moody's review pushes zloty, bonds firmer
* Zloty gains might be limited
* Moody's cuts outlook on A2 rating to negative from stable
* Polish bonds firm modestly, bourse index up
By Radu-Sorin Marinas and Jakub Iglewski
...
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* Moody's cuts outlook on A2 rating to negative from stable
* Polish bonds firm modestly, bourse index up
By Radu-Sorin Marinas and Jakub Iglewski
...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Polish assets jump on rating relief; emerging stocks flat
LONDON, May 16 (Reuters) - The zloty leapt almost 1 percent
against the euro on Monday and Warsaw shares rallied 2 percent
after Poland avoided a ratings downgrade by Moody's, whilst
broader emerging...
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against the euro on Monday and Warsaw shares rallied 2 percent
after Poland avoided a ratings downgrade by Moody's, whilst
broader emerging...
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RPT-Nigerians brace for more fuel queues
LONDON/LAGOS, May 15 (Reuters) - The growing fleet of
tankers stuck off Nigeria unable to unload their cargoes of
diesel and petrol is an even-present reminder for President
Muhammadu Buhari that...
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tankers stuck off Nigeria unable to unload their cargoes of
diesel and petrol is an even-present reminder for President
Muhammadu Buhari that...
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Sunday, May 15, 2016
Morning News Call - India, May 16
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12:00 pm: Government to release April...
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RPT-"Massive" yen headwind hits Japanese car makers as R&D needs grow
TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Japan's three leading automakers
expect a stronger yen will cost them around $14 billion in lost
operating profit this year alone - just as they need to invest
more in...
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expect a stronger yen will cost them around $14 billion in lost
operating profit this year alone - just as they need to invest
more in...
Read more
REFILE-UPDATE 1-Bank of England's Carney denies overstepping mark with Brexit warning
LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - Bank of England Governor Mark
Carney denied on Sunday that he had compromised the central
bank's independence by warning of the short-run costs of leaving
the European...
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Carney denied on Sunday that he had compromised the central
bank's independence by warning of the short-run costs of leaving
the European...
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UPDATE 1-Nigeria denies report of plan to devalue naira; no request for IMF funds
ABUJA/WASHINGTON, May 15 (Reuters) - Nigeria's central bank
denied a report that it planned to devalue the naira, while the
International Monetary Fund (IMF) reiterated that Nigeria would
benefit...
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denied a report that it planned to devalue the naira, while the
International Monetary Fund (IMF) reiterated that Nigeria would
benefit...
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Bank of England's Carney denies overstepping mark with Brexit warning
LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - Bank of England Governor Mark
Carney denied on Sunday that he had compromised the central
bank's independence by warning of the short-run costs of leaving
the European...
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Carney denied on Sunday that he had compromised the central
bank's independence by warning of the short-run costs of leaving
the European...
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Nigeria's central bank denies report of planned devaluation
ABUJA/WASHINGTON, May 14 (Reuters) - Nigeria's central bank
denied on Saturday a website report that the West African nation
planned to devalue the naira currency.
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denied on Saturday a website report that the West African nation
planned to devalue the naira currency.
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Saturday, May 14, 2016
UPDATE 1-Moody's cuts outlook on Poland's A2 rating to negative
WARSAW, May 14 (Reuters) - Moody's Investor's Services cut
the outlook on Poland's A2 rating on Saturday, citing rising
fiscal risks and the new conservative government's shift to more
unpredictable...
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the outlook on Poland's A2 rating on Saturday, citing rising
fiscal risks and the new conservative government's shift to more
unpredictable...
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UPDATE 1-New York Fed defends fund transfer after Bangladesh heist
May 13 (Reuters) - After an $81 million cyber heist at the
Bangladesh central bank, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York
said there was no problem with its procedures for approving fund
transfers,...
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Bangladesh central bank, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York
said there was no problem with its procedures for approving fund
transfers,...
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Friday, May 13, 2016
CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens against broadly stronger greenback as oil falls
(Adds analyst comment, details on Alberta, Fed, Trudeau, CFTC
data, updates prices)
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2935, or 77.31 U.S. cents
* Bond prices higher across flatter maturity curve
...
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data, updates prices)
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2935, or 77.31 U.S. cents
* Bond prices higher across flatter maturity curve
...
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New York Fed defends fund transfer after Bangladesh heist
May 13 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve Bank of New York is
standing by its procedures for wiring funds after facing
scrutiny in the wake of the $81 million cyber heist at the
Bangladesh central bank,...
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standing by its procedures for wiring funds after facing
scrutiny in the wake of the $81 million cyber heist at the
Bangladesh central bank,...
Read more
UPDATE 2-Brazil's interim government touts support for tough measures
BRASILIA, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil's center-right interim
government said on Friday it has the political support for tough
measures needed to return the economy to growth and can secure a
permanent...
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government said on Friday it has the political support for tough
measures needed to return the economy to growth and can secure a
permanent...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil markets slip as investors wait for govt measures
(Updates with final prices)
SAO PAULO, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil shares and its currency
fell on Friday, following a drop in global commodities prices
, as investors waited for interim President...
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SAO PAULO, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil shares and its currency
fell on Friday, following a drop in global commodities prices
, as investors waited for interim President...
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Speculators cuts net short U.S. dollar bets in latest week-CFTC, Reuters
May 13 (Reuters) - Speculators reduced bets against the
dollar for the first time in four weeks, as a recent batch of
improving U.S. economic data has boosted expectations that the
Federal Reserve...
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dollar for the first time in four weeks, as a recent batch of
improving U.S. economic data has boosted expectations that the
Federal Reserve...
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FOREX-Dollar rises to two-week high on positive U.S. data
NEW YORK, May 13 (Reuters) - The dollar climbed to a
two-week peak against a basket of currencies on Friday, as
stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data appeared to boost
expectations the Federal...
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two-week peak against a basket of currencies on Friday, as
stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data appeared to boost
expectations the Federal...
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Risks to world economy to be focus for G7 finmins -Canada official
OTTAWA, May 13 (Reuters) - The health of the world economy
is expected to be a major focus at the upcoming meeting of Group
of Seven finance ministers, given the increasing number of risks
to growth,...
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is expected to be a major focus at the upcoming meeting of Group
of Seven finance ministers, given the increasing number of risks
to growth,...
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Interim Brazil government making long-term plans, say ministers
SAO PAULO, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil's provisional
government has the support in Congress for ambitious reforms
that will secure a permanent mandate, Eliseu Padilha, the chief
of staff to Brazil's...
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government has the support in Congress for ambitious reforms
that will secure a permanent mandate, Eliseu Padilha, the chief
of staff to Brazil's...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil markets slip as investors wait for govt measures
SAO PAULO, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil shares and its currency
fell on Friday, following a drop in global commodities prices
, as investors awaited for interim President Michel
Temer's team to announce...
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fell on Friday, following a drop in global commodities prices
, as investors awaited for interim President Michel
Temer's team to announce...
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Brazil's Meirelles to announce team, new cenbank chief on Monday
BRASILIA, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil's new Finance Minister
Henrique Meirelles said on Friday that he will announce his team
at the ministry and the next central bank chief on Monday.
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Henrique Meirelles said on Friday that he will announce his team
at the ministry and the next central bank chief on Monday.
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"Massive" yen headwind hits Japanese car makers as R&D needs grow
TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Japan's three leading automakers
expect a stronger yen will cost them around $14 billion in lost
operating profit this year alone - just as they need to invest
more in...
Read more
expect a stronger yen will cost them around $14 billion in lost
operating profit this year alone - just as they need to invest
more in...
Read more
UPDATE 1-U.S.'s Lew: G7 needs to reinforce pledges against currency devaluations
WASHINGTON, May 13 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack
Lew said on Friday it was important for Group of Seven major
economies to reinforce their pledges to refrain from competitive
currency...
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Lew said on Friday it was important for Group of Seven major
economies to reinforce their pledges to refrain from competitive
currency...
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Bank of England may need cash from foreign central banks as Brexit vote nears, IMF says
LONDON, May 13 (Reuters) - The Bank of England may need to
call on other central banks for foreign currencies if fears over
Britain's referendum on European Union membership hit the
world's biggest...
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call on other central banks for foreign currencies if fears over
Britain's referendum on European Union membership hit the
world's biggest...
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens against greenback as oil price falls
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2900, or 77.52 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 13 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened
against its U.S. counterpart on...
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* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
TORONTO, May 13 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar weakened
against its U.S. counterpart on...
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Brazil's Meirelles says tough measures to be announced "soon"
BRASILIA, May 13 (Reuters) - Brazil's new economic team
plans to announce tough but necessary measures soon but will
first take stock of the budget situation, new Finance Minister
Henrique Meirelles...
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plans to announce tough but necessary measures soon but will
first take stock of the budget situation, new Finance Minister
Henrique Meirelles...
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South Africa's economy "flat on its back" - central bank deputy governor
KIGALI, May 13 (Reuters) - South Africa's economy is flat on
its back and growth is below what is needed to create jobs in
Africa's most industrialised country, South African Reserve
Bank's Deputy...
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its back and growth is below what is needed to create jobs in
Africa's most industrialised country, South African Reserve
Bank's Deputy...
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Swiss National Bank may need to act fast if Britain quits EU
ZURICH, May 13 (Reuters) - A British exit from the European
Union could lead to inflows into the Swiss franc too strong for
the central bank to counter through currency intervention alone,
economists...
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Union could lead to inflows into the Swiss franc too strong for
the central bank to counter through currency intervention alone,
economists...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Emerging stocks on track for 4th week of losses, currencies slip
LONDON, May 13 (Reuters) - Emerging market assets, squeezed
by a stronger dollar and global growth worries, were poised to
end a choppy week by racking up losses on Friday, with emerging
Europe more...
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by a stronger dollar and global growth worries, were poised to
end a choppy week by racking up losses on Friday, with emerging
Europe more...
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CEE MARKETS-Zloty firms ahead of Moody's review despite GDP slowdown
By Sandor Peto and Bartosz Lada
BUDAPEST/WARSAW, May 13 (Reuters) - The zloty and Polish
government bonds firmed amid hopes that Moody's will only worsen
the outlook of Poland's credit rating...
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BUDAPEST/WARSAW, May 13 (Reuters) - The zloty and Polish
government bonds firmed amid hopes that Moody's will only worsen
the outlook of Poland's credit rating...
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Investors dump stocks at fastest rate since Aug. 2011 - BAML
LONDON, May 13 (Reuters) - Investors continued to pull cash
out of global equity funds in the latest week, bringing outflows
over the last five weeks to the highest level in almost five
years, a...
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out of global equity funds in the latest week, bringing outflows
over the last five weeks to the highest level in almost five
years, a...
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FOREX-Dollar hits two-week high on rate hike bets
LONDON, May 13 (Reuters) - The dollar hit a two-week high
against a basket of currencies on Friday, posting its best
fortnightly performance since February, bolstered by the view
that the U.S....
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against a basket of currencies on Friday, posting its best
fortnightly performance since February, bolstered by the view
that the U.S....
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PRESS DIGEST- New York Times business news - May 13
May 13 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the
New York Times business pages. Reuters has not verified these
stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
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New York Times business pages. Reuters has not verified these
stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
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Thursday, May 12, 2016
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia shares slip, yen near 2-wk low on BOJ stimulus expectations
TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Asian shares fell on Friday after
a rocky performance on Wall Street, while the yen nursed losses
as traders wagered the Bank of Japan will add to its massive
stimulus...
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a rocky performance on Wall Street, while the yen nursed losses
as traders wagered the Bank of Japan will add to its massive
stimulus...
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UPDATE 1-SWIFT says second bank hit by malware attack
May 12 (Reuters) - SWIFT, the global financial messaging
network that banks use to move billions of dollars every day,
warned on Thursday of a second malware attack similar to the one
that led to...
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network that banks use to move billions of dollars every day,
warned on Thursday of a second malware attack similar to the one
that led to...
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SWIFT says second bank hit by malware attack
May 12 (Reuters) - SWIFT, the global financial messaging
network that banks use to move billions of dollars every day,
warned on Thursday of a second malware attack similar to the one
that led to...
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network that banks use to move billions of dollars every day,
warned on Thursday of a second malware attack similar to the one
that led to...
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UPDATE 1-Peru central bank holds key rate steady for 3rd straight month
LIMA, May 12 (Reuters) - Peru's central bank left the
benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25 percent
for a third straight month on Thursday after inflation eased and
economic growth quickened.
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benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25 percent
for a third straight month on Thursday after inflation eased and
economic growth quickened.
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Lipper fund flows IG US$1.129bn inflow; HY US$1.905bn outflow
NEW YORK, May 12 (IFR) - For the week ended May 11, Lipper
US Fund Flows reported the following:
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US Fund Flows reported the following:
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ strengthens to a 1-week high as oil rallies
(Adds analyst comment, details on Fed officials and Canada job
vacancies, updates prices)
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2834, or 77.92 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
...
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vacancies, updates prices)
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2834, or 77.92 U.S. cents
* Bond prices lower across the maturity curve
...
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Brazil's Temer says must recover credibility of Brazil
SAO PAULO, May 12 (Reuters) - Brazil's new interim President
Michel Temer said on Thursday he would seek to recover the
country's credibility both domestically and abroad, as he
appealed for unity in...
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Michel Temer said on Thursday he would seek to recover the
country's credibility both domestically and abroad, as he
appealed for unity in...
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Temer says Olympics will bring global focus to Brazil's politics
SAO PAULO, May 12 (Reuters) - The Olympics will bring the
world's attention to Brazil, with a particular focus on its
economy and politics, interim President Michel Temer said on
Thursday in his...
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world's attention to Brazil, with a particular focus on its
economy and politics, interim President Michel Temer said on
Thursday in his...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil markets slip as investors wait for Temer's agenda
BRASILIA, May 12 (Reuters) - Brazilian equities and currency
lost ground on Thursday, tracking global markets lower, as
investors awaited for interim President Michel Temer to outline
his policy...
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lost ground on Thursday, tracking global markets lower, as
investors awaited for interim President Michel Temer to outline
his policy...
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FOREX -Yen slides vs. dollar on talk of further Bank of Japan easing
* Sterling rises after Bank of England keeps rates unchanged
(Adds comments, updates prices, changes byline, dateline;
previous LONDON)
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(Adds comments, updates prices, changes byline, dateline;
previous LONDON)
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UPDATE 1-Bund yields bounce off one-month low, fail to break 0.10 percent
LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) - German 10-year bond yields tried
and failed to break below 0.10 percent on Thursday, reflecting a
wariness among some investors to hold the debt at such expensive
levels.
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and failed to break below 0.10 percent on Thursday, reflecting a
wariness among some investors to hold the debt at such expensive
levels.
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UPDATE 1-Bank of England warns of "sharp" sterling fall if UK votes to leave EU
LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) - The Bank of England stepped up
its warnings about the economic risks if Britain votes to leave
the European Union, saying on Thursday that sterling could fall
sharply and...
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its warnings about the economic risks if Britain votes to leave
the European Union, saying on Thursday that sterling could fall
sharply and...
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UPDATE 1-Nigeria's naira falls 1.25 pct on parallel market after fuel hike
LAGOS, May 12 (Reuters) - Nigeria's naira currency
weakened 1.25 percent to 324 to the dollar on the parallel
market on Thursday after the West African country raised
gasoline prices by 67 percent,...
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weakened 1.25 percent to 324 to the dollar on the parallel
market on Thursday after the West African country raised
gasoline prices by 67 percent,...
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Nigeria's naira falls 1.25 pct on parallel market after fuel hike
LAGOS, May 12 (Reuters) - Nigeria's naira currency
weakened 1.25 percent to 324 to the dollar on the parallel
market on Thursday after the West African country raised
gasoline prices by 67 percent,...
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weakened 1.25 percent to 324 to the dollar on the parallel
market on Thursday after the West African country raised
gasoline prices by 67 percent,...
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Deutsche Bank raises euro forecast vs dollar
LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) - Deutsche Bank of Thursday raised
its forecast for the euro, citing scepticism about the European
Central Bank's ability to weaken the currency further with
policy and a...
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its forecast for the euro, citing scepticism about the European
Central Bank's ability to weaken the currency further with
policy and a...
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Brazil's Senate votes to put Rousseff on trial
BRASILIA, May 11 (Reuters) - The Brazilian Senate voted on
Thursday in favour of putting President Dilma Rousseff on trial
for breaking budget laws by 55 votes to 22.
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Thursday in favour of putting President Dilma Rousseff on trial
for breaking budget laws by 55 votes to 22.
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazilian real firms as Senate votes to suspend Rousseff, EM stocks flat
LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) - Brazil's real firmed against the
dollar on Thursday as its Senate voted to suspend President
Dilma Rousseff pending trial, but emerging equities traded flat
as investors...
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dollar on Thursday as its Senate voted to suspend President
Dilma Rousseff pending trial, but emerging equities traded flat
as investors...
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Europe follows Asian stocks lower, bond yields fall
LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) - European shares followed Asian
stocks lower on Thursday, hit by sharp falls on Wall Street the
previous day, while German government bond yields hit one-month
lows as...
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stocks lower on Thursday, hit by sharp falls on Wall Street the
previous day, while German government bond yields hit one-month
lows as...
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Norway's central bank chief: board did not consider cutting rates
OSLO, May 12 (Reuters) - The board of Norway's central bank
did not consider cutting interest rates at its meeting this
week, Governor Oeystein Olsen told a news conference on
Thursday.
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did not consider cutting interest rates at its meeting this
week, Governor Oeystein Olsen told a news conference on
Thursday.
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Brazil's Senate poised to suspend Rousseff pending trial
BRASILIA, May 12 (Reuters) - A majority of Brazil's Senate
indicated on Thursday it will vote to put President Dilma
Rousseff on trial for breaking budget laws, signalling the end
of 13 years of rule...
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indicated on Thursday it will vote to put President Dilma
Rousseff on trial for breaking budget laws, signalling the end
of 13 years of rule...
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FOREX -Dollar rises vs yen on position squaring, BOJ easing talk
* Japanese academic says BOJ likely to ease in June or July
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Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Morning News Call - India, May 12
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FACTORS TO WATCH
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FOREX-Dollar hamstrung by growth woes, fails to clear hurdle vs yen
TOKYO, May 12 (Reuters) - The dollar struggled to hold its
own on Thursday after its rebound from a near 1-1/2-year low
against a basket of currencies run out of steam, with doubts
over global growth...
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own on Thursday after its rebound from a near 1-1/2-year low
against a basket of currencies run out of steam, with doubts
over global growth...
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PRESS DIGEST- British Business - May 12
May 12 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the
business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified
these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
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business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified
these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
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GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares edge down, take cue from Wall Street
TOKYO, May 12 (Reuters) - Asian shares fell on Thursday
following a dismal day on Wall Street, while crude oil futures
gave back some of their overnight gains after jumping on an
unexpected fall in...
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following a dismal day on Wall Street, while crude oil futures
gave back some of their overnight gains after jumping on an
unexpected fall in...
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CORRECTED-FOREX-U.S. dollar falls for first time after six-day rally
NEW YORK, May 11 (Reuters) - The dollar fell against a
currency basket for the first time in seven days on Wednesday,
as investors consolidated gains and booked profits on a day with
no major U.S....
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currency basket for the first time in seven days on Wednesday,
as investors consolidated gains and booked profits on a day with
no major U.S....
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CANADA FX DEBT-C$ rises to highest level of the week as oil rallies
* Canadian dollar at C$1.2851,or 77.81 U.S. cents
* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
(Adds details, quotes, updates prices)
TORONTO/OTTAWA, May 11 (Reuters) - The Canadian...
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* Bond prices mixed across the maturity curve
(Adds details, quotes, updates prices)
TORONTO/OTTAWA, May 11 (Reuters) - The Canadian...
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EMERGING MARKETS-Brazil markets near 2016 highs ahead of Senate vote
BRASILIA, May 11 (Reuters) - Brazilian stocks and currency
neared their 2016 highs on Wednesday as the Senate started a
session likely to suspend leftist President Dilma Rousseff for
up to six...
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neared their 2016 highs on Wednesday as the Senate started a
session likely to suspend leftist President Dilma Rousseff for
up to six...
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MOVES-Sucden Financial promotes Michael Davies to EMEA eFX sales head
May 11 (Reuters) - London-based brokerage firm Sucden
Financial promoted Michael Davies to head of electronic foreign
exchange (eFX) sales EMEA.
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Financial promoted Michael Davies to head of electronic foreign
exchange (eFX) sales EMEA.
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FOREX-Dollar rally pauses after six days as U.S. rate outlook weighs
NEW YORK, May 11 (Reuters) - The dollar fell for the first
time in seven days against a basket of currencies on Wednesday,
as investors consolidated gains and booked profits on a day with
no major...
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time in seven days against a basket of currencies on Wednesday,
as investors consolidated gains and booked profits on a day with
no major...
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