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Business News BUSINESS AND FINANCE NEWS IS POWERED BY THE AUSTRALIAN | Greek woes push Aussie dollar higher Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:14:04 GMT THE fallout from Greece's debt woes have helped propel the dollar to a 13-year high against the euro, experts say. Air strike throws travel into disarray Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:18:51 GMT THE travel plans of half a million British Airways passengers including many Australian have been thrown into disarray because of a cabin crew strike. U.S. dollar falls on monetary policy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:41:13 GMT The U.S. dollar fell overnight, touching a one-month low against the euro, on concerns that U.S. monetary policy may stay loose for a while. Crude futures drop Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:35:04 GMT CRUDE futures dropped overnight in the U.S. as conflicting signals about the economic recovery undermined the oil market's latest try for a new 2010 high. Gold price falls despite weaker US dollar Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:10:15 GMT GOLD futures fell overnight in the U.S. despite a markedly weaker U.S. dollar, as some of the risk premium from euro-zone debt fears left the metal. Momentum drops on Wall Street Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:58:44 GMT THE recent momentum in financial stocks ebbed, leaving the market in a narrow range as investors digested mixed readings of consumer spending and sentiment. A curious call with hands-on Twiggy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS are nervous about the Fortescue chief's approach. Mitre 10 welcomes Metcash Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT MITRE 10 shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a majority buy-in from grocery wholesaler Metcash. Bourse closes in cautious mood Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS waited for a market rollover that didn't happen. Coal giants eye QR bids Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT QUEENSLAND'S wish for a clean deal at the best price may be realised. Air strike throws travel into disarray Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:18:51 GMT THE travel plans of half a million British Airways passengers including many Australian have been thrown into disarray because of a cabin crew strike. U.S. dollar falls on monetary policy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:41:13 GMT The U.S. dollar fell overnight, touching a one-month low against the euro, on concerns that U.S. monetary policy may stay loose for a while. Crude futures drop Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:35:04 GMT CRUDE futures dropped overnight in the U.S. as conflicting signals about the economic recovery undermined the oil market's latest try for a new 2010 high. Gold price falls despite weaker US dollar Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:10:15 GMT GOLD futures fell overnight in the U.S. despite a markedly weaker U.S. dollar, as some of the risk premium from euro-zone debt fears left the metal. Momentum drops on Wall Street Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:58:44 GMT THE recent momentum in financial stocks ebbed, leaving the market in a narrow range as investors digested mixed readings of consumer spending and sentiment. A curious call with hands-on Twiggy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS are nervous about the Fortescue chief's approach. Bourse closes in cautious mood Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS waited for a market rollover that didn't happen. UAE shrugs off Dubai debt trouble Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT A RISE in the oil price has renewed hopes of a sustained recovery of the Gulf economy. Storm claims hit IAG earnings Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT ANALYSTS say this will not affect the overall prospects of the company. Mitre 10 welcomes Metcash Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT MITRE 10 shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a majority buy-in from grocery wholesaler Metcash. U.S. dollar falls on monetary policy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:41:13 GMT The U.S. dollar fell overnight, touching a one-month low against the euro, on concerns that U.S. monetary policy may stay loose for a while. Crude futures drop Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:35:04 GMT CRUDE futures dropped overnight in the U.S. as conflicting signals about the economic recovery undermined the oil market's latest try for a new 2010 high. Gold price falls despite weaker US dollar Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:10:15 GMT GOLD futures fell overnight in the U.S. despite a markedly weaker U.S. dollar, as some of the risk premium from euro-zone debt fears left the metal. Momentum drops on Wall Street Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:58:44 GMT THE recent momentum in financial stocks ebbed, leaving the market in a narrow range as investors digested mixed readings of consumer spending and sentiment. Bourse closes in cautious mood Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS waited for a market rollover that didn't happen. Dot-gone, but far from forgotten Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT 10 years on, former Davnet chief Stephen Moignard reflects on boom times, and a bust. UAE shrugs off Dubai debt trouble Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT A RISE in the oil price has renewed hopes of a sustained recovery of the Gulf economy. Dollar edges higher in Asia trade Fri, 12 Mar 2010 06:31:04 GMT THE Australian dollar inched up to US 91.62c in Asia trade today, ending a strong week that saw support from the February jobs report. Stocks close higher ahead of US data Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:48:28 GMT THE Australian sharemarket closed slightly higher in a broad-based pick-up today, as investors awaited key economic data in the US. Japan PM wants firm steps to lower yen Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:18:27 GMT THE Japanese Prime Minister made a rare call today for “firm steps”  and joint world action to lower the strong yen. Crude futures drop Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:35:04 GMT CRUDE futures dropped overnight in the U.S. as conflicting signals about the economic recovery undermined the oil market's latest try for a new 2010 high. Gold price falls despite weaker US dollar Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:10:15 GMT GOLD futures fell overnight in the U.S. despite a markedly weaker U.S. dollar, as some of the risk premium from euro-zone debt fears left the metal. A curious call with hands-on Twiggy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS are nervous about the Fortescue chief's approach. Coal giants eye QR bids Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT QUEENSLAND'S wish for a clean deal at the best price may be realised. Battle's not over for Rinehart Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT A COURT has granted a $1 billion iron ore windfall to the people she most despises. White Energy signs China deal Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT White Energy has expanded its "cleaner coal" technology into China, a market it hopes its US projects can export to in the future. Coal giants eye QR bids Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT QUEENSLAND'S wish for a clean deal at the best price may be realised. Eurofer outraged as Vale seeks 90pc Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT THE European steel industry has warned that an iron ore price rise of up to 90 per cent will have a "huge impact" on economic recovery. Methane bonanza not for all Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT LIQUEFIED gas exports are making Queensland richer, but not without pain for landholders in the Darling Downs. Daily index for coking coal Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT Platts has launched the world's first daily coking coal index as it looks to exploit a push by BHP Billiton to abandon annually set pricing. Gold price falls despite weaker US dollar Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:10:15 GMT GOLD futures fell overnight in the U.S. despite a markedly weaker U.S. dollar, as some of the risk premium from euro-zone debt fears left the metal. Supply shortages likely Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT TWO years of resources growth have been lost globally because of project deferrals. Europe worries batter resources Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT STOCKS and commodities were dumped yesterday on concerns that an emerging debt crisis in Europe would hamper the global economic recovery. Macquarie still game for Sempra Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT MACQUARIE Group remains in the hunt for RBS Sempra, the commodities trader worth up to $4.3 billion. Grains of hope as the world recovers Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT THE rising dollar has, however, limited returns to farmers. Oil flat as stockpiles stifle demand Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:17:54 GMT CRUDE futures ended flat, as weak oil demand kept bargain hunters out of a market battered by several weeks of steep declines. Gold falls as traders buy US dollar Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:12:56 GMT GOLD snapped back late in the pit session after hitting its lowest level in nearly three months as the US dollar strengthened. Oil hits one-month low as demand wanes Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:11:30 GMT CRUDE oil futures prices ended at a one-month low on fresh signs of continued weak US demand. Gold slips as US dollar takes off Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:04:46 GMT GOLD remains on the defensive in response to strength in the US dollar, although the metal trimmed its losses in after-hours trading.  China lending fears weigh on oil Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:16:53 GMT CRUDE oil fell on renewed concerns of a possible tightening in Chinese bank lending that could lead to slower demand growth. Storm claims hit IAG earnings Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT ANALYSTS say this will not affect the overall prospects of the company. Regulator delays on Axa's fate Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT THE ACCC has delayed its decision on separate bids for wealth management and protection firm Axa Asia Pacific Holdings. ACCC delays ruling on $13bn AXA bids Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:46:36 GMT THE ACCC has delayed its decision on separate, multi-billion dollar bids for AXA Asia Pacific, extending uncertainty over the offers. IAG cuts forecast after storms Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:23:53 GMT IAG cut its full-year earnings guidance today because of the claim costs from the recent severe storms in Victoria. Enough evidence to sue ex-Lehman CEO Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:44:02 GMT A PROBE into the collapse of Lehman Brothers has found "sufficient credible evidence" to support legal claims against the former CEO. UBS refills Equity Capital seats Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:57:32 GMT UBS has wasted little time replacing some of the big-shots from its Equity Capital Markets team who defected recently. Westpac calls foul on net name rights Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT THE bank has refused to deal with the seller of the domain name. Securitisation recovery stalls Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT AUSTRALIA'S securitisation market has stalled, partly because investors are wary of buying high-yield, high-risk securities. Bank apologises for bird bungle Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:54:00 GMT A US bank has apologised to a borrower after its contractor cut off her power, padlocked her house and confiscated her pet parrot. MacBank named in Tullet bid talk Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:47:01 GMT MACQUARIE has been named in bid speculation about London interdealer broker Tullet Prebon, although analysts discounted the talk. U.S. dollar falls on monetary policy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:41:13 GMT The U.S. dollar fell overnight, touching a one-month low against the euro, on concerns that U.S. monetary policy may stay loose for a while. Gold price falls despite weaker US dollar Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:10:15 GMT GOLD futures fell overnight in the U.S. despite a markedly weaker U.S. dollar, as some of the risk premium from euro-zone debt fears left the metal. Bourse closes in cautious mood Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT INVESTORS waited for a market rollover that didn't happen. UAE shrugs off Dubai debt trouble Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT A RISE in the oil price has renewed hopes of a sustained recovery of the Gulf economy. Japan PM wants firm steps to lower yen Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:18:27 GMT THE Japanese Prime Minister made a rare call today for “firm steps”  and joint world action to lower the strong yen. Wall St's S&P 500 hits 17-month high Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:58:40 GMT US stocks climbed today, lifting the S&P 500 to a 17-month high as bullish comments from Citigroup's CEO lifted the financial sector. Fed gets credit for rescue Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:52:09 GMT A SURVEY of top economists has credited the Federal Reserve for kick-starting the US economy during the global financial crisis. Weak euro still overvalued Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:09:36 GMT CURRENCY strategists say the euro faces further weakness even after falling almost 10 per cent against the US dollar since November. Gold holds key $US1100 support level Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:10:22 GMT GOLD held support at $US1100 despite pressure from concerns about the risk of higher Chinese interest rates. Corporate debt back in favour Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:05:39 GMT COMPANIES are aggressively tapping debt markets again, as confidence and risk appetite return to bond investors worldwide. Google pushes gently over China censor Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:42:48 GMT GOOGLE may soon get the nod to stop censoring in China, but it will not pull out entirely if Beijing rejected its most-desired option. Tailored to be worn Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:52:21 GMT KEY looks from the Paris shows suggest fall's fashions are going to be sporty and classic - but far from boring. Fed gets credit for rescue Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:52:09 GMT A SURVEY of top economists has credited the Federal Reserve for kick-starting the US economy during the global financial crisis. Google China censorship talks near end Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:13:22 GMT GOOGLE expects to soon conclude censorship talks in China, but it also told US Congress that 25 governments had blocked its services. Bank apologises for bird bungle Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:54:00 GMT A US bank has apologised to a borrower after its contractor cut off her power, padlocked her house and confiscated her pet parrot. HP sues Asian manufacturers Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:15:16 GMT HEWLETT-PACKARD sued several Taiwanese and Hong Kong manufacturers for allegedly infringing patents and selling stolen products. Essar seeks $US3bn via London listing Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:42:20 GMT INDIA'S Essar Group plans to raise up to $US3 billion through a London listing to fund expansion in its power and refining businesses. How to spot a workplace thief Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:02:53 GMT IF your small business can't afford external resources for spotting employee fraud, consider doing some detective work of your own. Wall Street bounces on jobs news Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:00:00 GMT SIGNS of slowing job losses in the US have sparked the best one-day gain in stocks in more than two weeks. No bank too big to fail Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:39:16 GMT THE official overseeing the US Treasury's $US700 billion financial-rescue plan has said that no US bank is considered too big to fail.     Video Market Updates Stay up to date with the markets via our four reports updated every trading day ... 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