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World poverty 'more widespread'
The World Bank says there are more poor people in the world than previously thought, with one in four in poverty.
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Rise in US durable goods orders
New orders for long-lasting US manufactured goods rise by a surprise 1.4% in July, led by a big rise in aircraft sales.
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Oil price rises on hurricane fear
The price of oil climbs as Tropical Storm Gustav heads towards the Gulf of Mexico - home to many offshore energy installations.
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E.ON to cut 1,800 jobs in Germany
E.ON confirms it is cutting 1,800 sales jobs as it closes two-thirds of its German service centres.
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Euro gains as dollar rally stalls
The dollar loses some ground against the euro, a day after hitting a six-month high against the single currency.
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Japanese auto production picks up
Global output by Japan's top three carmakers picked up in July, reflecting strong demand despite the global economic slowdown.
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US interest rates 'not too low'
A flagging housing market and rising unemployment meant US interest rates were held, Federal Reserve minutes show.
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Barbie firm awarded Bratz payout
Mattel wins a multi-million dollar payout in a copyright court case against the maker of the popular Bratz dolls, MGA Entertainment.
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Profits rise 51% at China Mobile
China Mobile, the world's largest mobile phone network, sees quarterly profits rise 51% thanks to strong subscriber growth.
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S&N purchase hits Heineken profit
Heineken reports a slight fall in half-year profits as a result of the cost of buying UK brewer Scottish & Newcastle.
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Rising costs biting for chocolate firms
More snack firms announce rising prices and smaller products in an effort to beat the credit crunch.
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Guidelines for financial journalists
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New oil
As Brazil finds new oil reserves, where will the profits go?
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Ghost town
Boom turns to bust for Spain's property market
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Russian bear
How UK could be affected if tensions with Russia grow
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