Retail sales in the US rose in July, signifying better times for the US economy. The Commerce Department revealed that US retail sales rose to 0. 2% in July.
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China lures more investment in aged care market
China would be giving perks for foreign and private investors interested in providing elderly care services and facilities in the country.
India not going back to 1991 crisis - PM
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India said the country will not replaying the crisis that occurred in 1991 even as it experiences its slowest growth in a decade.
Defined mission needed for Al Jazeera to get American Audience: experts
Experts said Al Jazeera America needs to define its mission to be able to succeed with its American audience.
NoKor and South Korea agree on reopening of joint industrial park
North and South Korea announced that they had agreed to reopen the Kaesong industrial complex, which was closed when tensions grew between the two countries in April.
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The European commission seek to prove that the Belgian aid to Wallonia airports was illegal. The European Commission (EU) called for an investigation into the Belgian aid for several airports in the Wallonia region.
Watami Japanese chain of restaurants reveals plan to construct solar stations for Hokkaido. Watami Co (Watami) has announced that it will be building a solar station with Community Wind Power in Hokkaido, a northern island in Japan.
Latin American restaurant reservation platform scored USD 13.3 million in Series B funding round. Restorando raised USD 13. 3 million for its Series B round.
Japan Tobacco International said they will continue to grow in the Philippines despite higher taxes on cigarettes.
Manuel B. Villar, Founder and Chairman of Vista Land & Lifescapes and Starmalls, revealed that they would be opening more malls and convenience stores in 2014.
Malaysia conglomerate DRB-HICOM announced move to sell shares for Uni Asia Life Assurance company. DRB-HICOM is seeking approval from Malaysia's minister of finance for its proposal to sell its 51% shares of Uni Asia Life Assurance Bhd for $158.
Fulcrum Equity Partners lead growth capital investments for outcome-based preventive health company, RivalHealth.
NanoTech Entertainment said the combination of acquisitions and new products would drive the company's growth in the future as posted impressive revenues in the most recent quarter.
George Soros added another 2 million shares to his JC Penney portfolio while other investors exited or reduced their holdings.
