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Durable Goods Orders Flat, Home Prices Up in September

Nichole Harper
27 Nov, 2012
New York City

U.S. stocks declined after Greek deal euphoria lifted indexes at the opening. ConAgra agreed to acquire private-label food maker Ralcorp for $6.8 billion. Consumer confidence increased in the month and durable goods orders were flat in October. Home prices rose 0.3% in September.

Nikkei Gains 0.4%, Yen Weakens on Stimulus Calls

Nigel Thomas
27 Nov, 2012
New York City

Nikkei index gained to a new 7-month high as the yen traded near 8-month low after opposition leader called for more fiscal and monetary easing to lift economic growth. Exporters to Europe gained after ministers agreed on a Greek debt and bailout fund release plan.

Australian Index Jumps 0.7%, CSL Lifts Profit Outlook

Marcus Jacob
27 Nov, 2012
New York City

Australian stocks edged higher after euro zone ministers struck a bargain that included a package of incentives and conditions to release the next tranche of bailout funds for Greece. Former chiefs of Qantas enter in talks with pilots to gain control. CSL lifted its annual net outlook by 20%.

U.S. Movers: ConAgra, Hillenbrand, Ralcorp, ADT Corp., Thor

Mukesh Buch
27 Nov, 2012
New York City

ConAgra agreed to buy Ralcorp for $5 billion in cash. Hillenbrand fourth quarter net climbed 6% and Ralcorp fourth quarter net loss narrowed. ADT Corp. quarterly net increased 1% to $94 million. Thor first quarter net surged 38%.

Euro Zone Ministers Agree on Debt Reduction Measures for Greece

Barry Randall
27 Nov, 2012
New York City

European markets traded at a 3-year high after ministers agreed to release next tranche of bailout to Greece and lower projected debt by 2022. The political will to forgo Greek debt lifted the euro. The O.EC.D lowered its economic outlook across 34 member nations.

U.S. Stocks Decline as Greek Aid, Fiscal Cliff Talks Drag

Nichole Harper
26 Nov, 2012
New York City

Stocks in New York traded lower after White House economists warned the impact of sudden one-time tax increase on middle-income tax payers. Retailers were in focus after the strong start of holiday retail sales. SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro decided to step down from December 14.

White House Economists Warn Tax Implications, Shoppers Swarm Retail Stores

Nichole Harper
26 Nov, 2012
New York City

Stocks in New York traded lower after economists warned that a sudden increase in taxes next year could reduce consumer spending by $200 billion. Retailers reported surge in holiday shoppers as discounts and early hours drove consumers to stores.

Nikkei at 7-Month High as Yen Trades Near 8-Month Low

Nigel Thomas
26 Nov, 2012
New York City

Stocks in Tokyo closed higher and the yen traded near 8-month low on the rising speculation that the central bank may be forced to take additional measures to stimulate the economy and weaken the yen. Fitch lowered credit rating of Panasonic and Sony to junk level.

Queensland Outlook Lowered, Australian to Spend $16 B in Holiday Shopping

Marcus Jacob
26 Nov, 2012
New York City

Australian benchmark index closed higher and the dollar edged up. Australians are expected to spend $16 billion during the holiday season. Moody

European Markets Slide as Ministers Discuss Greece, Barclays Down 4%

Barry Randall
26 Nov, 2012
New York City

European markets declined across the region as finance ministers meet one more time to agree on the next bailout release. Barclays fell 4% after Qatar based sovereign fund sold its remaining Barclays warrants.

Black Friday Shopping Lifts Tech, Retail Stocks; RiM, Visa, Wal-Mart Up

Bikram Pandey
23 Nov, 2012
New York City

Stocks traded higher on subdued volume and retailers and tech stocks were in focus. Wal-Mart faced worker

Australian Dollar Gains, Weak Stock Trading Volume

Marcus Jacob
23 Nov, 2012
New York City

Australian markets closed flat and trading volume was weak as many foreign investors were away after markets in Japan and in U.S. were closed. The Australian dollar inched higher to $1.04.

Divided EU Leaders Face More Cuts in Spending

Maureen Salinas
23 Nov, 2012
New York City

European markets were generally flat after leaders of 27 nations failed to finalize next seven year budget from 2014. Germany, UK, Sweden and Holland are pushing for larger cuts in expenses including popular farm subsidies and European officials pay.

Euro Zone Faces Deeper Downturn, Glencore Wins Approval for Xstrata Merger

Nichole Harper
22 Nov, 2012
New York City

European markets jumped and service sector conditions dropped to a 3-year low. Germany and France are struggling with shrinking orders books and the weakening sentiment in the business communities. SABMiller after first-half net income increased 17%.

Australian Stocks Gain 1% on China Manufacturing Data

Marcus Jacob
22 Nov, 2012
New York City

Australian indexes gained 1% after resource stocks gained after manufacturing index expanded to the highest rate in 13-month. Goodman Fielder said it is on track to achieve its annual savings of $100 million. Lynas said its Malaysian processing plant is scheduled to reach full-capacity next month.

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