OECD

  • Dec 16, 2010
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INTERNATIONAL: Youth unemployment proves persistent

The OECD yesterday reported that unemployment among young people in member countries is...

International
  • Dec 1, 2010
  • 7 min read

INTERNATIONAL: Deal near on government procurement

While the Doha trade negotiations remain blocked, another WTO-based effort to open up new trade...

International
  • Dec 1, 2010
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INTERNATIONAL: Dollar appreciation strengthens the Fed

The dollar outperformed other mainstream investment options, such as equities, bonds and...

International
  • Nov 30, 2010
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INTERNATIONAL: Demographic dividend is not guaranteed

The process of demographic transition widely is believed to offer countries a 'dividend' of...

International
  • Nov 29, 2010
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INTERNATIONAL: Health systems face efficiency test

Mounting costs mean developed-country governments need to increase efficiency in healthcare...

International
  • Nov 25, 2010
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INTERNATIONAL: Global trade will slow further

World merchandise trade volumes expanded by 0.9% in the third quarter compared to the previous...

International
  • Nov 19, 2010
  • 6 min read

INTERNATIONAL: Structural changes ahead for pharma

Roche on November 17 announced 4,800 job cuts, equivalent to 6% of its workforce, over the next...

International
  • Nov 18, 2010
  • 2 min read

INTERNATIONAL: Further QE could become more attractive

Economic growth is likely to consolidate gradually in the next two years, but will be uneven both...

International