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Asian markets track Wall St down as recession worries return
Asian markets track Wall St down as recession worries return
Business and Economy
by  AFP

Asian markets fell again Friday after forecast-beating US data fuelled expectations that the Federal Reserve will lift interest rates well into next year. "The Grinch selloff is firmly in place after Micron delivered a gloomy outlook and as better-than-expected US economic data supported the Fed's case for more ongoing rate increases," said OANDA's Edward Moya.

Protesters shut luxury Paris store La Samaritaine
Protesters shut luxury Paris store La Samaritaine
Business and Economy
by  AFP

Dozens of trade union members and disgruntled employees protested Thursday at the ultra-luxury La Samaritaine shopping store in the heart of Paris, causing managers to shut its doors. Wearing red vests with the union's emblem, they could be seen standing among the displays of luxury handbags, make up and clothing even after management shut the store in the morning.