Economy

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

China will lead Asian expansion: IIAC

Though many analysts are discounting China, they might be making the wrong bet.

February 11, 2013

2 min read