Eurozone Growth Slows, Raising Anticipation for More Stimulus
Economic growth in the eurozone slowed to 0.3 percent in the third quarter from 0.4 percent in the previous period. The tepid advance spurred expectations of further easing in monetary policy.
Slower-Than-Expected Euro Zone Growth Likely to Prompt More E.C.B. Stimulus
Euro zone economic growth was slower than expected in the third quarter, increasing expectations that the European Central Bank will step up its monetary stimulus to the economy next month.
Strong Growth in Jobs May Encourage Fed to Raise Rates
The economy added 271,000 jobs in October, an unexpectedly strong showing, and unemployment dipped to 5 percent.
Rapid Economic Growth in China Is Chipping Away at Coastal Wetlands
A report adds to rising concerns that China’s decades of rapid economic growth have caused possibly irreversible damage to the environment.
Fed Held Rates Steady Over Concerns About Weak Growth Abroad
The minutes from the September meeting of the Federal Reserve’s policy-making group offer a glimpse into the thinking behind a close-call decision.
Survey Indicates Slower Growth in Services Sector
The Institute for Supply Management said its services index fell to 56.9 last month from 59 in August.
