International Markets

A Closer Look at Turkey’s Economy

Posted: August 11, 2018 at 8:45 am

The value of Turkey's currency, the lira, has collapsed. Its economy has stagnated so badly that there is even talk of a bailout, perhaps led by the International Monetary Fund ...
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Turkey’s Economy by the Numbers, With US and European Exposure

Posted: August 10, 2018 at 11:20 am

It was not that long ago that the economic meltdowns taking place in Greece and Cyprus dominated the headlines. And no one should have forgotten about the "PIIGS" analogy for ...
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North Korea GDP Hammered, Challenging Government

Posted: July 20, 2018 at 6:25 am

North Korea's gross domestic product (GDP) dropped 3.5% last year. It is the most since it declined by 6.5% in 1997. The trouble poses a challenge to dictator Kim Jong-un, ...
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The World’s 10 Best Metro Economies

Posted: July 17, 2018 at 9:50 am

More than a third (36%) of global job growth and two-thirds of global GDP growth are accounted for in just 300 cities around the world. More than half of the ...
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These 10 States Are the Most Exposed to a Potential Trade War

Posted: July 6, 2018 at 8:50 am

It has probably been the most discussed economic and political story of 2018, and it is one that probably will stay front and center for some time. After years of ...
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As Trump Threatens $200 Billion in New Tariffs, China Rattles Saber

Posted: June 19, 2018 at 6:20 am

As the Trump administration threatened tariffs of $200 billion on China imports, the People's Republic was quick to react. The Chinese government said it would "strike back," presumably with tens ...
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The 6 Most Important Things in Business Today

Posted: June 12, 2018 at 7:17 am

Exxon Mobil (NYSE: XOM) will start to trade energy futures. According to Reuters: Exxon Mobil Corp is pushing deeper into energy trading, building a global cadre of experienced traders and ...
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6 Most Important Things in Business Today

Posted: June 1, 2018 at 5:18 am

Several countries hit back at Trump's tariffs, including nations with which the United States has strong ties. According to Reuters: Canada and Mexico retaliated on Thursday after Washington imposed tariffs ...
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Walmart Sheds UK’s Asda, Looks to India for Growth

Posted: April 30, 2018 at 7:55 am

In a transaction that surprised exactly no one, Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) and the United Kingdom's J Sainsbury have agreed to a deal in which Walmart sells its U.K.-based Asda ...
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10 Top Irish Stocks Worth Keeping an Eye On

Posted: March 17, 2018 at 8:41 am

If the St. Patrick’s Day observances have investors pondering opportunities in the Emerald Isle, there are a few things to know. First, Ireland has been known for some time for ...
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Apple iPhone Captures Half of Global Smartphone Revenue in 2017 Q4

Posted: February 15, 2018 at 12:35 pm

According to data presented Thursday by research firm Strategy Analytics, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) and the company's iPhone took a record 51% of global smartphone sales revenue in the fourth ...
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How BMW Became the Largest Exporter of US-Manufactured Autos

Posted: February 13, 2018 at 12:40 pm

In 2017, 1.98 million passenger cars and light trucks built in the United States were exported. By dollar value, the exported vehicles accounted for $57.04 billion of U.S. international trade, ...
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After 3 Years, Brent Crude Tops $70 a Barrel Again

Posted: January 11, 2018 at 1:30 pm

The benchmark crude oil used to set prices for about half the world's oil topped $70 a barrel in London on Thursday for the first time since December 2014. Brent ...
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Canada Files WTO Complaint Against US in Boeing-Bombardier Dispute

Posted: January 11, 2018 at 12:15 pm

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) is expected Friday to file its staff report on whether Boeing Co. (NYSE: BA) was harmed by the sale of 75 single-aisle passenger jets ...
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Mercedes-Benz Again Global Luxury Car Sales Leader

Posted: January 8, 2018 at 10:00 am

German automaker Daimler reported record sales of 2.29 million Mercedes-Benz vehicles in 2017, a gain of 9.9% year over year. Including its smart brand vehicles, the company delivered more than ...
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