Asian stocks gain after China rate cut, traders look ahead to OPEC meeting
Asian stocks rose Monday after China's surprise interest rate cut as investors looked ahead to European inflation data due out this week and OPEC meeting to discuss oil production levels.
Japan stocks rise on hopes for new stimulus after economy slips into recession
Shares in Tokyo rose Tuesday on expectations the Japanese government will respond to a recession by postponing a sales tax hike and launching new stimulus.
Q&A: What's Covered, What's Not in Health Overhaul
As the federal government and states launch a second round of enrollment under the health care law, consumers should be aware of what's covered and what's not when buying health coverage through insurance marketplaces.
US banking giant backed, underwrote, promoted a Chinese company dogged by financial questions
The pitch to investors described a company on the verge of spectacular success: a Chinese firm making sophisticated, high-end chemicals used to fight fires, stain-proof fabrics and toughen touchscreens.
China shares jump after Hong Kong scraps yuan limit ahead of cross-border trading link launch
Chinese stocks jumped Wednesday after Hong Kong scrapped a daily limit on how much yuan residents can buy ahead of the launch of cross border share trading next week that widens access for foreign investors.
Asian stocks perked by another record day on Wall Street, Tokyo at 7 year closing high
Asian stock markets mostly rose Tuesday, with Tokyo closing at a seven-year high, as investor sentiment got a boost from another record close on Wall Street.
Health Law Faces Higher Bar in 2nd Sign-Up Season
With a bright look to its rebuilt website, version 2.0 of President Barack Obama's health insurance overhaul represents another chance to win over a skeptical public.
Asian shares rise on robust China, US data; Japan's Nikkei falls as yen rebounds
Asian stock markets were mostly higher Monday after the release of strong U.S. jobs figures and weekend data showing China's exports remained on an upward trend.
As health law's 2nd sign-up season gets underway, HealthCare.gov can't afford another meltdown
More than possible computer woes lurk as HealthCare.gov's second open enrollment season begins this coming Saturday.
Asian stocks rise on ECB stimulus hopes, Wall Street rise, investors look to US jobs report
Asian stock markets were cheered Friday by a record close on Wall Street and talk of further stimulus efforts from the European Central Bank.
Treasurer: Okla. October revenue up, but crude oil prices reflect lower world prices
Falling crude oil prices could darken an otherwise bright revenue picture for Oklahoma, the state treasurer said Wednesday.
Asia stocks waver ahead of US jobs report that will put Fed stimulus decision in new light
Asian stock markets wavered between gains and losses Thursday as investors awaited a U.S. jobs report that might deliver a verdict on whether the Federal Reserve's withdrawal of stimulus was warranted.
Asia stocks mostly lower after Europe growth downgraded, oil falls to fresh low.
Asian stock markets mostly fell Wednesday as oil's fall to a three-year low weighed on energy companies and weaker European growth forecasts dampened sentiment.
World stocks muted after slowdown in China manufacturing growth offsets Japan stimulus
Global stocks were mostly lower Monday after unexpected weakness in Chinese manufacturing tempered enthusiasm for Japan's surprise central bank stimulus.
ND's top oil regulator: Oil price drop could slow drilling, alter state's budget forecast
Recent oil price drops could halt drilling in several North Dakota counties and force the state to reevaluate its budget, the state's top oil regulator said Wednesday.
Asian stocks sag on US growth fears but European markets stabilize after big falls
Asian stocks sank Thursday after a torrid session on Wall Street triggered by jitters the recovery in the world's No.
Asian stock markets rise as slump in energy prices promises economic boost
Asian stock markets were mostly higher Wednesday as a slump in energy prices promised benefits for the region's major economies.
Burst of hiring by US employers last month sends stocks indexes higher; Bonds, gold fall
U.S. stocks are rising sharply as investors were encouraged by a burst of hiring last month.
Global stocks lower on slow manufacturing in Germany and Europe, Ebola worries
Global stock markets were lower on Thursday amid worries about the strength of U.S. and European recoveries and the first American case of Ebola.
Asian stocks mixed after Wall Street slide, drop in Korean factory output
Asian stocks were mixed Wednesday after Wall Street slid and South Korea reported factory output contracted, while markets in China and Hong Kong were closed for a holiday.