ARTICLES RELATING TO UNITED STATES

BMW raps EU over stiffer car emissions

2013-05-14 12:56

BMW says the EU's call for even greater fuel efficiency by 2025, will harm the European industry that is in competition with the US and China.

US jobless claims fall to 5-year low

2013-05-09 17:08

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits dropped to its lowest level in over five years, signalling labour market resilience.

US job market shows strength in April

2013-05-03 16:36

US employment rose more than expected in April, easing concerns that belt-tightening was dealing a big blow to the economy.

Rifts over policy clear at IMF meeting

2013-04-19 19:50

At top level talks, Germany's finance minister brushed off pressure to ease eurozone austerity, while Brazil blasted the US and Europe for delays in IMF reforms.

US business cybersecurity bill gets nod

2013-04-18 20:47

A pro-business cybersecurity bill has sailed through again, despite a White House veto threat and an outcry from privacy advocates and civil liberties groups.

Jobless claims data calms US jitters

2013-04-11 18:22

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell more than expected, which eased fears of a marked deterioration in labour market conditions.

US trade deficit shrinks to $43bn

2013-04-05 15:47

The US trade deficit edged lower in February following a large 16.7% deficit increase in January, government data shows.

March US job gains worse than expected

2013-04-03 19:00

The US private sector added 158 000 jobs in March, sharply below February's growth as the jobs market slowly recovers, payrolls firm ADP says.

Still hope for fiscal deal: top official

2013-03-17 17:19

Congressional Republicans say they see a chance for a broad deal with President Barack Obama on deficit reduction and reining in government spending.

US snowstorm disrupts flights

2013-03-05 15:27

A blizzard dumped heavy snow on the midwestern United States, disrupting over 1 000 flights and bringing highway traffic to a standstill.

US pushes trans-Atlantic free trade

2013-02-26 17:06

US Secretary of State John Kerry pushed for a free-trade agreement with Europe, saying it would help create jobs and growth on both sides of the Atlantic.

JFK jacket sold for over $600

2013-02-18 19:06

A leather bomber jacket that belonged to slain US President John F. Kennedy has been sold at auction for $665 500, far exceeding the initial estimate.

Obama to devote state address to jobs

2013-02-10 17:00

President Barack Obama will build his annual state of the union address around a push for job creation as the fragile economy threatens to hamper his second term.

US tightens oil sanctions on Iran

2013-02-06 19:31

The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran to choke off its oil income, citing concern over its suspected nuclear weapons program.

Income surge relief for US consumers

2013-01-31 19:55

American income growth surged as firms rushed to make dividend payments before higher tax rates set in, while buoyant wage growth also gave a lift to households.

US adds more jobs than expected

2013-01-30 16:26

US private-sector employers added 192 000 jobs in January, more than economists were expecting, a sign of growth in the labor market.

WTO to probe Argentina trade disputes

2013-01-28 18:58

The World Trade Organization has formed a dispute resolution panel to probe allegations of unfair trade practices lodged against Argentina by the EU, US and Japan.

US house set to vote on debt limit

2013-01-21 19:05

Republicans say the US House of Representatives will take a vote on raising the nation's debt limit, a move designed to prevent a first-ever government default.

US not a bargaining chip - Obama

2013-01-14 20:11

Failure to raise the debt limit could "blow up the economy" and bitter debates are hurting the US recovery from the Great Recession, says Barack Obama.

Bonds firm ahead of Bernanke speech

2013-01-14 12:45

The bond market has been firmer in midday trade, ahead of a speech on the recovery from the world-wide financial crisis by US Federal Reserve head Ben Bernanke.

US pumps record high into govt coffers

2013-01-10 18:10

The Federal Reserve pumped a record $88.9bn into the US Treasury last year, the spoils of big profits made on its vast holdings of securities.

US averts fiscal cliff

2013-01-02 09:28

A weary Congress sent President Barack Obama legislation to avoid the fiscal cliff of tax hikes and spending cuts hours before markets reopen after the New Year.

US gun lobby to fight arms treaty

2012-12-28 15:57

The leading US pro-gun group has vowed to fight a draft pact to regulate the $70bn global arms trade despite a shooting massacre at a school in December.

US poised to go off fiscal cliff

2012-12-27 17:49

A senior senator has criticised Republicans for refusing to back tax increases as part of a fiscal remedy as he sketched a pessimistic outlook for the economy.

Gold firms despite US fiscal fears

2012-12-24 13:47

Gold has firmed in thin trade but prices stayed near a four-month low as the US fiscal stalemate drove investors to the sidelines.

 

Gang steals $45m worldwide through ATMs

2013-05-10 19:50

A gang of criminals managed to drain $45m from cash machines around the globe in a matter of hours by hacking their way into a database of prepaid debit cards.

Obama set to renew focus on jobs

2013-05-09 13:12

US President Barack Obama is expected to put his focus back on economic growth after giving intensive attention to gun control laws and immigration reform.

US home prices rise, helps economy

2013-04-30 19:26

Home prices increased in February at their fastest rate in almost seven years, a fresh sign the housing market recovery will help counter the drag on the economy.

US, UK want financial services

2013-04-19 11:42

The US and the UK aim to include financial services in a proposed free-trade agreement between America and the European Union, the British ambassador says.

Japan gets the nod for mega trade pact

2013-04-12 15:59

The United States has given Japan the green light to enter talks on a Pacific trade agreement.

Virgin best, United worst airline - poll

2013-04-08 19:54

Virgin America has been rated as the best US airline, while United Airlines emerged as the worst, in a survey that has seen passenger bumping and complaints soar.

US adds 88 000 jobs in March

2013-04-05 15:27

The US labour market was much weaker than expected in March, with the economy adding only 88 000 jobs, according to data.

Airfares climb 25% - report

2013-03-22 12:32

Airfares to some of the most popular US and international destinations rose by 25% in 2012, and June was the most expensive month to travel, a report states.

Dow Jones extends record run

2013-03-06 19:26

The Dow Jones has extended its record-breaking run as US markets rallied again for modest gains in opening trade.

US consumer confidence rebounds

2013-02-26 20:05

Americans' confidence in the economy rebounded in February, reversing three months of declines as shoppers adjusted to a payroll tax hike last month.

Hope for foreign workers in US

2013-02-21 20:15

Businesses in the US could more easily hire foreign workers when Americans aren't available to fill jobs, if a proposed visa programme is passed into legislation

US deal to create world's biggest carrier

2013-02-14 15:12

American Airlines and US Airways have agreed to merge in an $11bn deal to create the biggest airline in the world.

US trade deficit narrows sharply

2013-02-08 15:58

The US trade deficit shrank in December to its narrowest in nearly three years, suggesting the economy did much better in the fourth quarter.

Obama: more tax revenue needed

2013-02-04 10:56

More tax revenue would be needed in the coming years to reduce the US deficit but raising tax rates was not a key issue, says President Barack Obama.

US economy shrinks in fourth quarter

2013-01-30 20:14

The US economy contracted at a rate of 0.1% in the fourth quarter, according to the government.

RBS faces £500m fine over Libor scandal

2013-01-29 20:02

Britain's Royal Bank of Scotland could face a £500m fine from British and US authorities for its role in the Libor rate-rigging affair.

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US weather at an all time low

2013-01-25 09:02

Record low temperatures have turned a wide stretch of North America into an icebox. Watch.

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US consumer sentiment hits record low

2013-01-18 18:46

US consumer sentiment has unexpectedly dropped to its lowest in over a year in January, with many consumers citing the fiscal cliff as a reason, a survey shows.

Obama warns Congress of economic chaos

2013-01-14 19:16

A refusal to raise the US debt ceiling would be like a self-inflicted wound on the economy, says President Barack Obama.

US fingers Walmart boss in Mexico bribe

2013-01-10 19:21

US lawmakers have released emails that appeared to show Walmart's CEO Mike Duke knew as far back as 2005 of allegations of bribing Mexican officials.

Bigger fights loom after fiscal deal

2013-01-02 19:31

The United States is set to hold another round of budget talks to discuss further thorny fiscal issues after narrowly averting tax hikes and spending cuts.

People buying houses in US surge

2012-12-28 17:28

Contracts to buy previously owned US homes rose to a two-year hight as the housing market recovers, an industry group says.

US consumer confidence falls sharply

2012-12-27 17:58

US consumer confidence fell sharply in December to the lowest level since August amid uncertainty about the fiscal cliff crisis.

US labour market gains ground

2012-12-27 15:56

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment aid has dropped to their lowest levels since the early days of the 2007/9 recession.

US fiscal cliff deal on a knife-edge

2012-12-24 11:24

The wheels could come off the US economy unless politicians reach a last-minute deal to avoid $600bn in tax rises and spending cuts.

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