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Private sector in Ethiopia contributes to economic growth

January 14, 2016 Private sector actors are increasingly being recognized as a major force in development.

Belarus' foreign trade surplus increased 141%

January 14, 2016 In January-November 2015 the surplus of Belarus' foreign trade in merchandise and services totaled $485.3 million, 141% compared the same period last year, according the National Bank.

Cyprus foreign trade deficit reduced by €353 million

January 14, 2016 Cyprus foreign trade deficit was reduced by €353mn during the period from January to November 2015, compared to the same period in 2014.

EBRD invested record €1.4 billion in Central Asia

January 14, 2016 The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) invested a record amount in the Central Asian region, in 2015.

U.S. Economic Confidence Index steady at -12

January 13, 2016 Gallup's U.S. Economic Confidence Index measured -12 for the week ending Jan. 10. This is similar to what Gallup has found over the past several months.

Argentine Peso, Brazilian Real now in undervaluation

January 13, 2016 The latest set of World Price Index (WPI) data indicates that the Argentine Peso is now 1.5% undervalued against the US dollar in Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) terms.

Softest expansion of Dubai’s private sector

January 13, 2016 Latest survey data pointed to softer growth of Dubai’s private sector at the end of 2015.

China estimates 7% economic growth last year

January 13, 2016 China's economic planner said the nation's economic growth in 2015 is expected to be about 7%, in line with the government's target.

Conference Board Employment Trends Index (ETI) increased in December

January 12, 2016 The Conference Board Employment Trends Index (ETI) increased in December. The index now stands at 129.33, up from 128.27 in November.

Commodity markets declined in December, oversupply drives returns

January 12, 2016 Commodities were lower in December, largely driven by supply surpluses and weather events, according to Credit Suisse Asset Management.

Growth of activity quickens to five-month high in Ireland

January 12, 2016 December data signalled a positive end to 2015 in the Irish construction sector, with activity rising at a sharper pace in response to further steep growth of new orders.

South Korea's surplus in industrial parts trade exceeds $100 billion

January 12, 2016 South Korea's surplus in trade of industrial parts and components exceeded $100 billion for two straight years in 2015, a government report showed.