US jobless claims surged to 2-month record high

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Source: Bloomberg
The number of applications for unemployment benefits advanced more than expected last week Labor Department reported on Thursday, renewing worries among Fed officials labour market rebound may be slower. Jobless claims rose by 13 000 during the week that ended April 7 reaching 380 000, a 2-month record high. Economists questioned by Bloomberg predicted a drop to 355 000.
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Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:21:34 GMT

Gold futures decreased during Asian trade

Gold futures declined during Asian trading hours on Friday amid broadly stronger US Dollar. US Dollar Index that traces the greenback's value against a set of six main currencies increased by 0.17% to 79.60 US Dollars. COMEX gold for delivery in June traded at 1,675.25 US Dollars per ounce on the New York Mercantile Exchange, declining 0.32%.

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:47:55 GMT

Agricultural commodities rallied as USDA report effect started to vanish

Rural commodities rallied on Wednesday as effect of the recent USDA report started to fade. Weaker US Dollar also lifted agricultural commodity prices. Grains caught momentum on speculation that colder weather in the main US planting regions may damage crops. Wheat's upswing was capped as weather conditions in Russia improved and winter-grain plantings are expected to provide sufficient crops. Similarly,

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