Second drop this week seen on stock index futures in the US

The securities drop indicated investors' anxiety as they watch out for signs regarding the future US Federal Reserve's bond-buying program from some of its officials next week.


Potential deflation in Euro Zone to reverse investment trend - analysis report

Europe's recent inflation decrease prompted European Central Bank to cut interest rates. In an analysis done by Reuters, it said the deflation threat in the economy of the Euro Zone might reverse the continuous inflow of major investments for 2013.

Moody's upgrades UAE from negative to stable

Moody's Investor Service had upgraded the ratings for the United Arab Emirates from negative to stable due to recent real estate recoveries and the decline of problematic loans in the market.

Petrochina enters USD2.6 billion agreement to acquire Peru assets of Petrobas

PetroChina's acquisition of Lots 57, 58 and X would help the state-backed oil and gas company diversify its assets abroad, said one analyst.


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