123jump.com Staff
29 Dec, 2008
New York City
Hong Kong market indices rose on towering oil prices and the conflict between Israel and Hamas fuelling worries that hostilities will affect oil supplies. China Iron and Steel Association announced the country''s steel plants posted a combined loss of Rmb12.77 billion in November.
123jump.com Staff
29 Dec, 2008
New York City
Japan stocks rose on rumors that Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group Holdings, Aioi Insurance Co. and Nissay Dowa General Insurance Co. might merge to create the country
123jump.com Staff
29 Dec, 2008
New York City
The difference between the rate Australian banks charge each other for three-month loans and the overnight swap rates decline nine basis points to 49 points. Reserve Bank of Australia has poured A$650 million into the money market after forecasting a surplus of A$4.1 billion.
123jump.com Staff
27 Dec, 2008
New York City
Adobe reported fourth quarter revenues of $915.3 million and full year 2008 revenues of $3.58 billion. The company expects revenue and earnings per share in the range of $800 million to $850 million and 30 cents to 35 cents in the first quarter of fiscal 2009.
123jump.com Staff
26 Dec, 2008
New York City
U.S. stocks edged higher in light trading volume and investors did put much weight in weaker than expected holiday sales report. Stocks edged higer after crude oil price rose. In Japan, manufacturing plunged in November but stocks gained. Major markets in Europe were closed.
Mayank Mehta
26 Dec, 2008
New York City
Retailers edged lower after weaker than expected holiday sales. Jones Apparel surged after it revised its credit facility. Crude oil price rise lifted oil complex stocks. Of the stocks in S&P 500 index, 299 increased, 188 declined and 13 were unchanged.
123jump.com Staff
26 Dec, 2008
New York City
Holiday sales appear to be weaker than earlier estimated in the U.S. The latest report for the period ending on Dec 24, estimated sales decline of 8.8% including gasoline. Luxury, electronics and apparel sales declined the most. Large discounts of more than 60% have failed to pull more shoppers.
123jump.com Staff
26 Dec, 2008
New York City
Teen apparel retailer net sales in the quarter increased 17% to $482 million and same-store sales increased 7%. Net earnings a share surged 31% to $0.63 and net income increased 18% to a record $42.6 million. The fourth quarter earnings are estimated between $0.84 and $0.90 a diluted share.
123jump.com Staff
25 Dec, 2008
New York City
The second largest life insurer in Japan plans to demutualize the company and raise $11 billion in a global offering. The 106 year old insurance company is looking to improve its investment returns. The 11 trillion yen offering will be managed by Nomura Holdings, Merrill Lynch and Mizuho Financial.
123jump.com Staff
25 Dec, 2008
New York City
Vietnam devalues its currency as the current account deficit rises, economic growth slows and export fall faster than anticipated. The State Bank of Vietnam relaxed the trading band for the currency to 3% as exports of garments, shoes and toys stagnate. For the year the dong has fallen 5.5%.
123jump.com Staff
25 Dec, 2008
New York City
The office supply retailer reported a 34% surge in revenues to $7 billion, including $2 billion from Corporate Express. Net income declined 43% to $157 million, and earnings per share decreased 42% to $0.22. Corporate Express acquisition generated synergies of $300 million.
123jump.com Staff
24 Dec, 2008
New York City
U.S. stocks edged higher after crude oil plunged. Japan Cabinet approves largest spending budget. The pound falls against euro and the dollar. China international trade expected to grow 18% in the year. GMAC, the lending arm of General Motors was approved as a bank after the close.
123jump.com Staff
24 Dec, 2008
New York City
The British pound fell against the euro and the dollar after private survey indicated home prices in 2009 may drop as much as 15%. AstraZeneca declined after the U.S. requested more information on its depression treatment drug. Taylor Wimpey received a relief from certain debt covenants.
123jump.com Staff
24 Dec, 2008
New York City
Mumbai stocks fell on low trading volume along with weak trading in Asia. Rupee gained against the dollar. Telecom sector was the active in the year with a deal total of $9 billion. Tata Motors fell 7% after UK based Jaguar and Land Rover will need additional $1 billion of capital.
Mayank Mehta
24 Dec, 2008
New York City
New York Times falls after November revenues decline. Micron Technology recovered from earlier losses after it reported a fall in quarterly revenues and wider loss. Of the stocks in S&P 500 index, 345 increased, 151 decreased and 4 were unchanged.
