News

Tue, 02 May 2017 11:05:47 GMT

Euro zone manufacturing activity hits 56.7 in April

On Tuesday, Markit reported that the Euro zone Manufacturing PMI rose to 56.7 last month from March's 56.2.

Tue, 02 May 2017 10:01:41 GMT

UNICEF claims unexpected numbers of Somali children to suffer malnutrition in 2017

UNICEF reported on Tuesday that the number of children estimated to suffer malnutrition in Somalia in 2017 is projected to exceed the initial expectation by 50 percent, totalling in an anticipated 1.4 million children.

Tue, 02 May 2017 09:55:51 GMT

Chinese banks up home loan rates

As of May 1, lending rates for both first and second home buyers have been raised by six major Chinese banks or more, Reuters reported on Tuesday.

Tue, 02 May 2017 09:34:00 GMT

Police injured during May Day Demonstration in Paris

On Monday, one of the French policemen was seriously burnt, while two others got injured in clashes during the Paris May Day demonstration.

Tue, 02 May 2017 09:16:34 GMT

UK Manufacturing PMI exceeds expectations

Markit reported on Tuesday that UK Manufacturing activity rose to 57.3% in April from the proceeding month's 54.2%, surprising markets.

Tue, 02 May 2017 08:33:47 GMT

ECB to discuss 2018 strategy and eventual QE exit in June

The European Central Bank Governing Council official Ewald Nowotny stated that the ECB would have to negotiate on its 2018 strategy and the QE eventual exit next month.

Tue, 02 May 2017 08:15:47 GMT

Gunmen shoot dead Iraqi NGC top official in Kirkuk

On Tuesday, unknown gunmen killed the Iraqi government-run North Gas Company Deputy Manager Mohammed Younis in the Kirkuk oil city, shooting him and the driver to death in their car.

Tue, 02 May 2017 07:27:00 GMT

Lupton to become Lloyds' non-ring-fenced bank chairman

Lloyds Banking Group announced on Tuesday that James Lupton was named as a non-ring-fenced bank's chairman and would hold his new position from the first day of June.

Tue, 02 May 2017 07:14:45 GMT

Irish manufacturing grows amid new export orders

On Tuesday, the survey showed that Ireland's manufacturing activity grew at the fastest pace this April in nearly two years following new export orders introduced by the country.

Tue, 02 May 2017 06:33:44 GMT

Infosys to employ 10K US workers after Trump targets foreign firms

The IT services company Infosys stated it was eager to hire 10K American workers in the following two years after Donald Trump urged to give the priority to the US nationals rather than foreigners.

Tue, 02 May 2017 06:16:36 GMT

Japanese FM warns North Korean yen unstable

Japan's Finance Minister Taro Aso stated that North Korean yen was fluctuating amid climbing political tensions over the country's missile programme and nuclear weapons development.

Tue, 02 May 2017 04:51:43 GMT

Venezuelan National Assembly chief urges citizens to rebel

Julio Borges, the chief of Venezuela's National Assembly claimed on Tuesday that people should continue to protest and not put up with the actions of President Nicolas Maduro.

Tue, 02 May 2017 04:51:31 GMT

UK lawmakers suggest Middle East interests aligned with Europe

A British lawmaker committee claimed on Tuesday that the UK should strengthen ties with Europe when it comes to its Middle-East policy, as it would ensure the nuclear agreement with Iran stays in place

Tue, 02 May 2017 04:27:32 GMT

North Korea threatens nuclear war

Following a flight over the North Korean territory by US strategic bombers, the country responded by claiming that the US is pushing it to the verge of starting a nuclear war.

Tue, 02 May 2017 04:22:23 GMT

Greece and creditors reach bailout deal

Greece has reached an agreement with its creditors for a set of reforms regarding its bailout program, Euclid Tsakalotos, the Greek Finance Minister claimed on Tuesday.

Tue, 02 May 2017 02:59:34 GMT

Japan services PMI at 52.2 in April

The Japanese services PMI slid modestly to 52.2 in April compared with 52.9 registered in the preceding month as new business growth weakened.

Tue, 02 May 2017 02:57:14 GMT

Chinese manufacturing sector shows slowest growth in seven months

In April, China's manufacturing PMI increased at its weakest pace since September 2016, posting a reading of 50.3 points, down from March's 51.2.

Tue, 02 May 2017 02:09:55 GMT

Trump and Putin to discuss war in Syria

US President Donald Trump is expected to speak over the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to discuss the war in Syria.

Tue, 02 May 2017 02:04:46 GMT

Japan's Monetary Base fall to 19.8%

The Bank of Japan reported that Japan's Monetary Base declined to 19.8% in April, from 20.3% in the previous month, while analysts anticipated an increase to 21.2%.

Mon, 01 May 2017 20:12:59 GMT

US calls on Macedonia to form new government

On Monday, the US called on Macedonian leaders to put an end to the political crisis in the country and form a new parliament.

Mon, 01 May 2017 20:11:56 GMT

Protester brandishing US flag interrupts May Day rally in Havana

A protester brandishing a flag of the United States had interrupted the May Day rally at the Revolution Square in Havana before he was captured by the state police.

Mon, 01 May 2017 19:07:59 GMT

Malta's PM calls snap election for June 3

On Monday, the First Minister of Malta Joseph Muscat scheduled a quick General Election for June 3, following allegations of inappropriate business operations by his wife.

Mon, 01 May 2017 19:07:07 GMT

Trump ready to raise tax on gasoline to fund infrastructure

In an interview with Bloomberg on Monday, the US President Donald Trump said he could consider lifting up the tax on gasoline to finance infrastructure development.

Mon, 01 May 2017 18:08:06 GMT

Trump orders to create council to modernise government infotech systems

On Monday, the US President Donald Trump signed an order aimed at creating a special council in order to upgrade the government's infotech systems.

Subscribe to "Fundamental Analysis" feed

Subscribe
To learn more about Dukascopy Bank CFD / Forex trading platform, SWFX and other trading related information,
please call us or make callback request.
For further information regarding potential cooperation,
please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Dukascopy Bank Binary Options / Forex trading platform, SWFX and other trading related information,
please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Dukascopy Bank CFD / Forex trading platform, SWFX and other trading related information,
please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Crypto Trading / CFD / Forex trading platform, SWFX and other trading related information,
please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Business Introducer and other trading related information,
please call us or make callback request.
For further information regarding potential cooperation,
please call us or make callback request.