European stocks lifted on Greek hopes

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Source: Marketwatch
European stock markets closed higher on Thursday as Greece announced it reached consensus on austerity plan. Stocks were also supported by US jobs statistics. Stoxx 600 Europe added 0.2%, while German DAX index gained 0.6%. French CAC 40 advanced 0.4% and FTSE 100 climbed 0.3%. 
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Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:38:17 GMT

Barclays reports a 16% drop in its profit

One of the oldest British banks Barclays Plc posted a 16% decline in its profit as investment bank unit's revenue fell. Lender's net income in 2011 tumbled to GBP 3 billion (USD 4.74 billion) compared to GBP 3.56 billion in previous year. Economists predicted a drop to GBP 3.27 billion. Revenue at bank's securities unit fell 22%. 

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:32:19 GMT

Dollar strengthens on renewed Greek concerns

US Dollar climbed against Euro Zone currency as Europe's finance minsters refused to provide bailout funding for Greece as long as Greek officials implement the austerity plan. Greenback appreciated 0.2% to USD 1.3258 in London morning trade and strengthened versus Japanese Yen to JPY 77.64. Currently EUR/USD is trading at 1.3203.

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