Economic Indicators

Claims of global currency war are unfounded

There are fears that the issue of currency wars may get undue attention at this week’s Group of 20 leading nations meeting in Moscow. Philipp Hildebrand, former chairman of the Swiss National Bank, urges participants in an opinion piece in FT.com to refrain from fanning the currency debate. He argues there is no such thing […]

By Staff |February 12, 2013

1 min read

U.S. should focus on boosting employment

The Federal Reserve’s vice chair, Janet Yellen, says the U.S. should focus on creating jobs.

February 12, 2013

1 min read

Switch from defence to offence

Investors have been far too cautious and need to venture into riskier sectors, such as financials or basic materials.

By Vikram Barhat |February 12, 2013

2 min read

Despite ECB promises, Eurozone risks persist

Last week’s accusations of Spanish government corruption and news of Italian election uncertainty should remind investors that despite last year’s European Central Bank assertion that it would do ‘whatever it takes’ to preserve the Euro, significant Eurozone risks remain just below the surface.

By David Andrews |February 11, 2013

4 min read