Obama discusses global markets with advisers
U.S. President Obama held a conference call with his top economic advisers Wednesday to discuss recent data reports, global markets and economic growth, the White House said. President of the United States - Barack Obama - President - United States - Economic growth pheedo.msnbc.msn.com |
Retail Stocks: Retail stocks drop; Pier 1 a bright spot
[at MarketWatch] - The retail sector slips with the broader markets, although Pier 1 Imports gets a boost after posting a quarterly profit. us.rd.yahoo.com |
September Rally Extends Into October
Shares jumped after a better-than-expected report on the American service sector and measures by the Bank of Japan to support the economy. nytimes.com |
Shares higher at noon on resources
THE share market was higher at noon, boosted by the resources sector after strong commodity prices overnight. news.com.au |
Shares open higher on bank strength
THE share market opened slightly higher today, following a subdued lead from Wall Street as a rise in local banks offset weaker miners. news.com.au |