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Libya has withdrawn $1bn in assets from the US, assets which had previously been frozen for almost 20 years, the Libyan central bank has said.
The move came after the US lifted a trade ban to reward Tripoli for giving up weapons of mass destruction and vowing to compensate Lockerbie victims. The original size of Liby... | Libya has withdrawn $1bn in assets from the US, assets which had previously been frozen for almost 20 years, the Libyan central bank has said.The US ban on trade and economic activity with Tripoli - imposed by then president Ronald Regan in 1986 after a series of what the US deemed terrorist acts, including the 1988 Lo... | business | [' Libya has withdrawn $1bn in assets from the US, assets which had previously been frozen for almost 20 years, the Libyan central bank has said.', ' The move came after the US lifted a trade ban to reward Tripoli for giving up weapons of mass destruction and vowing to compensate Lockerbie victims.', "The original siz... | [[-0.34191212 -1.1574439 -0.0277424 ... 0.25708044 0.22126758
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A slimming aid made from a southern African cactus is set to be developed by UK firm Phytopharm and Unilever.
Anglo-Dutch food giant Unilever will help the pharmaceutical firm develop the snacks containing Hoodia extract. Phytopharm shares jumped 10.7% on the news, with analysts saying sales of $600m (£309m) a year w... | A slimming aid made from a southern African cactus is set to be developed by UK firm Phytopharm and Unilever.Under the deal, production of the Hoodia cactus at Phytopharm's nursery in South Africa will also rise from eight million plants to potentially hundreds of millions, said Phytopharm chief executive Richard Dixey... | business | [' A slimming aid made from a southern African cactus is set to be developed by UK firm Phytopharm and Unilever.', ' Anglo-Dutch food giant Unilever will help the pharmaceutical firm develop the snacks containing Hoodia extract.', 'Phytopharm shares jumped 10.7% on the news, with analysts saying sales of $600m (£309m)... | [[-0.26642215 -0.32631066 0.80555826 ... -0.00654711 0.7484619
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The Brazilian government has played down claims that it could step in to save the country's biggest airline.
Brazil's airport authority chief Carlos Wilson had claimed the government was on the brink of stepping in to save Varig, Brazil's flagship airline. However, the country's vice president Jose Alencar has said t... | The Brazilian government has played down claims that it could step in to save the country's biggest airline.However, the country's vice president Jose Alencar has said the government still is looking for a solution.The airline could also win a sizeable windfall from a compensation claim against the government.Brazil's ... | business | [" The Brazilian government has played down claims that it could step in to save the country's biggest airline.", " Brazil's airport authority chief Carlos Wilson had claimed the government was on the brink of stepping in to save Varig, Brazil's flagship airline.", "However, the country's vice president Jose Alencar h... | [[-0.7358409 -0.18093047 -0.02167929 ... 0.02857023 0.7079275
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Shares in train and plane-making giant Bombardier have fallen to a 10-year low following the departure of its chief executive and two members of the board.
Paul Tellier, who was also Bombardier's president, left the company amid an ongoing restructuring. Laurent Beaudoin, part of the family that controls the Montreal... | Bombardier said restructuring plans drawn up by Mr Tellier's would continue to be implemented.Mr Tellier had indicated he wanted to stay at the world's top train maker and third largest manufacturer of civil aircraft until the restructuring was complete."I understand the board's concern that I would not be there for th... | business | [' Shares in train and plane-making giant Bombardier have fallen to a 10-year low following the departure of its chief executive and two members of the board.', " Paul Tellier, who was also Bombardier's president, left the company amid an ongoing restructuring.", 'Laurent Beaudoin, part of the family that controls the... | [[-0.562305 -0.7814317 0.09664951 ... -0.38823843 0.9997621
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A major reform of Brazil's bankruptcy laws has been approved by the country's Congress, in a move which it is hoped will cut the cost of borrowing.
The bill, proposed in 1993, has finally been approved by the leadership of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The old law, dating from 1945, gave priority first to work... | The new legislation changes this, giving priority to creditors and limiting payments to workers.According to Andreas Adriano of Latin Trade Magazine, the new bankruptcy law will help in reducing the spread - difference between the interest rates of the banks and federal bonds.The old law, dating from 1945, gave priorit... | business | [" A major reform of Brazil's bankruptcy laws has been approved by the country's Congress, in a move which it is hoped will cut the cost of borrowing.", ' The bill, proposed in 1993, has finally been approved by the leadership of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.', 'The old law, dating from 1945, gave priority firs... | [[-0.60649717 -0.75500804 0.05607935 ... 0.9061716 0.09331055
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UK retail sales were better than expected in November as Christmas shoppers began their seasonal flock to the High Street, figures show.
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said retail sales rose 0.6% on the month and 6.1% on the year. But the figures, along with this week's inflation report, could trigger anoth... | However, recent data from the British Retail Consortium showed a 0.2% slip in High Street sales during November.UK retail sales were better than expected in November as Christmas shoppers began their seasonal flock to the High Street, figures show.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said retail sales rose 0.6% on ... | business | [' UK retail sales were better than expected in November as Christmas shoppers began their seasonal flock to the High Street, figures show.', ' The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said retail sales rose 0.6% on the month and 6.1% on the year.', "But the figures, along with this week's inflation report, could trig... | [[-0.49367136 -0.33018482 0.484432 ... 0.20553514 0.6308915
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Shares in Cairn Energy, a UK oil firm, have closed down 18% after a disappointing drilling update and a warning over possible tax demands.
The company said tests had shown no significant finds in one of its Indian oil fields, but was upbeat about the potential of other areas. It also said the Indian government had to... | Cairn also said that the government believed the company was liable to pay taxes under its production-sharing contract.Investors had piled into Cairn after the company announced significant oil finds in India this year.It also said the Indian government had told it to pay a production tax, for which Cairn argues it is ... | business | [' Shares in Cairn Energy, a UK oil firm, have closed down 18% after a disappointing drilling update and a warning over possible tax demands.', ' The company said tests had shown no significant finds in one of its Indian oil fields, but was upbeat about the potential of other areas.', 'It also said the Indian governme... | [[ 0.24890417 -0.67319006 0.45304587 ... 0.35988536 0.74827343
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The French co-head of European defence and aerospace group EADS Philippe Camus is to leave his post.
Mr Camus said in a statement that he has accepted the invitation to return full-time to the Lagardere group, which owns 30% of EADS. "I will give up my role as soon as the board of directors asks me to do so," he said... | The company should now be able put this dispute behind it, with the departure of Mr Camus and with the clear support given to Mr Forgeard by the Lagardere group, the main French shareholder of EADS.The other main shareholders of EADS are the French government (15%) , who also support Mr Forgeard, and Germany's DaimlerC... | business | [' The French co-head of European defence and aerospace group EADS', 'Philippe Camus is to leave his post. Mr Camus said in a statement that he has accepted the invitation to return full-time to the Lagardere group, which owns 30% of EADS.', '"I will give up my role as soon as the board of directors asks me to do so,"... | [[-0.35970175 -0.49852034 -0.18549225 ... -0.78040045 0.17485763
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Shares in Anglo-Swedish drug have closed down 8% in UK trade after the failure of its Iressa drug in a major clinical trial.
The lung cancer drug did not significantly prolong survival in patients with the disease. This setback for the group follows the rejection by the US in October of its anti-coagulant pill Exanta... | Shares in Anglo-Swedish drug have closed down 8% in UK trade after the failure of its Iressa drug in a major clinical trial.John Patterson will be in charge of drug development.AstraZeneca had hoped to pitch its Iressa drug against rival medicine Tarceva.The lung cancer drug did not significantly prolong survival in pa... | business | [' Shares in Anglo-Swedish drug have closed down 8% in UK trade after the failure of its Iressa drug in a major clinical trial.', ' The lung cancer drug did not significantly prolong survival in patients with the disease.', 'This setback for the group follows the rejection by the US in October of its anti-coagulant pi... | [[-0.7377453 -0.9012262 0.4444822 ... 0.0728939 0.5293209
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Nike has reported its best second-quarter earnings, helped by strong demand for its athletic shoes and Converse sneakers.
The global sports giant said it posted a profit of $261.9m (£135.6m), for the three months to 30 November, up from $179.1m in the same period last year. Revenues increased 11% to $3.1bn, from $2.8... | That is 9.1% higher than such orders reported for the same period last year.The global sports giant said it posted a profit of $261.9m (£135.6m), for the three months to 30 November, up from $179.1m in the same period last year.Nike has reported its best second-quarter earnings, helped by strong demand for its athletic... | business | [' Nike has reported its best second-quarter earnings, helped by strong demand for its athletic shoes and Converse sneakers.', ' The global sports giant said it posted a profit of $261.9m (£135.6m), for the three months to 30 November, up from $179.1m in the same period last year.', 'Revenues increased 11% to $3.1bn, ... | [[ 0.18125789 -0.8451807 0.26804444 ... 0.12304839 0.06142312
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A string of storms, typhoons and earthquakes has made 2004 the most expensive year on record for property insurers, according to Swiss Re.
The world's second biggest insurer said disasters around the globe have seen property claims reach $42bn (£21.5bn). "2004 reinforces the trend towards higher losses," said Swiss R... | Swiss Re said it had registered about 300 natural and man-made disasters around the world in 2004.The world's second biggest insurer said disasters around the globe have seen property claims reach $42bn (£21.5bn).Tightly packed populations in the areas involved in natural and man-made disasters were to partly to blame ... | business | [" A string of storms, typhoons and earthquakes has made 2004 the most expensive year on record for property insurers, according to Swiss Re. The world's second biggest insurer said disasters around the globe have seen property claims reach $42bn (£21.5bn).", '"2004 reinforces the trend towards higher losses," said Sw... | [[-0.14479083 -0.755791 0.4137879 ... -0.29865962 0.60961723
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Parmalat has sued 45 banks as it tries to reclaim money paid to banks before the scandal-hit Italian dairy company went bust last year.
The firm collapsed with debts of about 14bn euros ($19bn; £10bn) and new boss Enrico Bondi has already taken legal action against a number of lenders. He claims the banks were aware ... | Parmalat has sued 45 banks as it tries to reclaim money paid to banks before the scandal-hit Italian dairy company went bust last year.Parmalat has not identified which banks it has gone after this time.The unidentified Parmalat source also told Reuters that the company was planning to take action against a total of 80... | business | [' Parmalat has sued 45 banks as it tries to reclaim money paid to banks before the scandal-hit Italian dairy company went bust last year.', ' The firm collapsed with debts of about 14bn euros ($19bn; £10bn) and new boss Enrico Bondi has already taken legal action against a number of lenders.', 'He claims the banks we... | [[ 0.24034102 -0.9047413 0.02347423 ... -0.08719195 0.15574129
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Shares in Irish oil company Petrel Resources have lost more than 50% of their value on a report that the firm has failed to win a contract in Iraq.
Reuters news agency reported that Iraq's Oil Ministry has awarded the first post-war oilfield contracts to a Canadian and a Turkish company. By 1700 GMT, Petrel's shares ... | Reuters news agency reported that Iraq's Oil Ministry has awarded the first post-war oilfield contracts to a Canadian and a Turkish company.The contract to develop the Suba-Luhais field has not yet been awarded as Iraq's Oil Ministry is studying the offers.Shares in Irish oil company Petrel Resources have lost more tha... | business | [' Shares in Irish oil company Petrel Resources have lost more than 50% of their value on a report that the firm has failed to win a contract in Iraq.', " Reuters news agency reported that Iraq's Oil Ministry has awarded the first post-war oilfield contracts to a Canadian and a Turkish company.", "By 1700 GMT, Petrel'... | [[-1.71574601e-03 -1.14327371e+00 -2.55846202e-01 ... -1.01318784e-01
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A little-known Russian company has bought the main production unit of oil giant Yukos at auction in Moscow.
Baikal Finance Group outbid favourite Gazprom, the state-controlled gas monopoly, to buy Yuganskneftegas. Baikal paid 260.75bn roubles ($9.37bn: £4.8bn) for Yugansk - nowhere near the $27bn Russia says Yukos ow... | Yukos reacted immediately by repeating its view that the auction was illegal in international and Russian law, and said Baikal had bought itself trouble.A little-known Russian company has bought the main production unit of oil giant Yukos at auction in Moscow.Meanwhile, Tim Osborne, head of Yukos main shareholders' gro... | business | [' A little-known Russian company has bought the main production unit of oil giant Yukos at auction in Moscow.', ' Baikal Finance Group outbid favourite Gazprom, the state-controlled gas monopoly, to buy Yuganskneftegas.', 'Baikal paid 260.75bn roubles ($9.37bn: £4.8bn) for Yugansk - nowhere near the $27bn Russia says... | [[-0.6214218 -0.95128155 -0.4349145 ... -0.18755555 0.8181994
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The UK's biggest brewer, Scottish and Newcastle (S&N), is to buy 37.5% of India's United Breweries in a deal worth 4.66bn rupees ($106m:£54.6m).
S&N will buy a 17.5% equity stake in United, maker of the well-known Kingfisher lager brand, and make a public offer to buy another 20% stake. A similar holding will be cont... | The UK's biggest brewer, Scottish and Newcastle (S&N), is to buy 37.5% of India's United Breweries in a deal worth 4.66bn rupees ($106m:£54.6m).S&N will buy a 17.5% equity stake in United, maker of the well-known Kingfisher lager brand, and make a public offer to buy another 20% stake.In 2002 S&N and United agreed to f... | business | [" The UK's biggest brewer, Scottish and Newcastle (S&N), is to buy 37.5% of India's United Breweries in a deal worth 4.66bn rupees ($106m:£54.6m).", ' S&N will buy a 17.5% equity stake in United, maker of the well-known Kingfisher lager brand, and make a public offer to buy another 20% stake.', 'A similar holding wil... | [[-0.28525266 -0.6299722 0.43245122 ... -0.02454913 0.5815741
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Pan-European group Euronext is poised to launch a bid for the London Stock Exchange, UK media reports say.
Last week, the LSE rejected a takeover proposal from German rival Deutsche Boerse - the 530 pence-a-share offer valued the exchange at about £1.35bn. The LSE, which saw its shares rise 25%, said the bid underval... | Last week, the LSE rejected a takeover proposal from German rival Deutsche Boerse - the 530 pence-a-share offer valued the exchange at about £1.35bn.Euronext already has a presence in London due to its 2001 acquisition of London-based options and futures exchange Liffe.Last week the LSE said not only was the bid underv... | business | [' Pan-European group Euronext is poised to launch a bid for the London Stock Exchange, UK media reports say.', ' Last week, the LSE rejected a takeover proposal from German rival Deutsche Boerse - the 530 pence-a-share offer valued the exchange at about £1.35bn.', 'The LSE, which saw its shares rise 25%, said the bid... | [[ 0.36605957 -0.53173625 0.9355551 ... 0.41782606 0.25138724
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Shops all over the UK reported strong sales on the last Saturday before Christmas with some claiming record-breaking numbers of festive shoppers.
A spokesman for Manchester's Trafford Centre said it was "the biggest Christmas to date" with sales up 5%. And the Regent Street Association said shops in central London we... | A spokesman for Manchester's Trafford Centre said it was "the biggest Christmas to date" with sales up 5%."I do think this has had a lot to do with reports of lower sales figures," she said."Our sales so far have been 2% up on the same time last year," he said.Regent Street Association director Annie Walker said on Sat... | business | [' Shops all over the UK reported strong sales on the last Saturday before Christmas with some claiming record-breaking numbers of festive shoppers.', ' A spokesman for Manchester\'s Trafford Centre said it was "the biggest Christmas to date" with sales up 5%.', 'And the Regent Street Association said shops in central... | [[ 0.43978873 -0.63253367 0.7042974 ... -0.28561795 0.1603298
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The fate of Russia's Yuganskneftegas - the oil firm sold to a little-known buyer on Sunday - is the subject of frantic speculation in Moscow.
Baikal Finance Group emerged as the auction winner, agreeing to pay 260.75bn roubles (£4.8bn; $9.4bn). Russia's newspapers claimed that Baikal was a front for gas monopoly Gazp... | The sale has however bought time for Gazprom to raise the money needed for the purchase, analysts said.The sale has destroyed Yukos, once the owner of Yuganskneftegas, said founder Mikhail Khodorkovsky.Gazprom has denied that it is behind the purchase."It is a front for somebody but not necessarily for Gazprom," said O... | business | [" The fate of Russia's Yuganskneftegas - the oil firm sold to a little-known buyer on Sunday - is the subject of frantic speculation in Moscow.", ' Baikal Finance Group emerged as the auction winner, agreeing to pay 260.75bn roubles (£4.8bn; $9.4bn).', "Russia's newspapers claimed that Baikal was a front for gas mono... | [[-0.4077644 -0.5445157 0.09740154 ... -0.30918413 1.0409333
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Pan-European stock market Euronext has approached the London Stock Exchange (LSE) about a possible takeover bid.
"The approach is at an early stage and therefore does not require a response at this point," LSE said. Talks with the European stock market and with rival bidder Deutsche Boerse will continue, the LSE said... | Commentators say that a deal with Euronext, which owns the Liffe derivatives exchange in London and combines the Paris, Amsterdam and Lisbon stock exchanges, could potentially offer the LSE more cost savings than a deal with Deutsche Boerse.Pan-European stock market Euronext has approached the London Stock Exchange (LS... | business | [' Pan-European stock market Euronext has approached the London Stock Exchange (LSE) about a possible takeover bid.', ' "The approach is at an early stage and therefore does not require a response at this point," LSE said.', 'Talks with the European stock market and with rival bidder Deutsche Boerse will continue, the... | [[-0.0724415 -0.7184522 0.54859394 ... 0.25698012 0.12780306
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The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is to hold membership talks with both Iraq and Afghanistan.
But Iran's bid to join the trade body has been refused after the US blocked its application for the 21st time. The countries stand to reap huge benefits from membership of the group, whose purpose is to promote free trade. ... | There are now 27 countries seeking membership of the WTO.The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is to hold membership talks with both Iraq and Afghanistan.But several nations criticised the approach, and European Union ambassador to the WTO, Carlo Trojan, said Iran's application "must be treated independently of political ... | business | [' The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is to hold membership talks with both Iraq and Afghanistan.', " But Iran's bid to join the trade body has been refused after the US blocked its application for the 21st time.", 'The countries stand to reap huge benefits from membership of the group, whose purpose is to promote fre... | [[-0.4492806 -0.32432488 0.44837278 ... 0.11041266 0.21999142
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Diageo, the world's biggest spirits company, has agreed to buy Californian wine company Chalone for $260m (£134m) in an all-cash deal.
Although Diageo's best-known brands include Smirnoff vodka and Guinness stout, it already has a US winemaking arm - Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines. Diageo said it expects to get US reg... | "The US wine market represents a growth opportunity for Diageo, with favourable demographic and consumption trends," said Diageo North America president Ivan Menezes.Diageo said it expects to get US regulatory approval for the deal during the first quarter of 2005.It said Chalone would be integrated into its existing U... | business | [" Diageo, the world's biggest spirits company, has agreed to buy Californian wine company Chalone for $260m (£134m) in an all-cash deal.", " Although Diageo's best-known brands include Smirnoff vodka and Guinness stout, it already has a US winemaking arm - Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines.", 'Diageo said it expects to g... | [[ 0.06694947 -0.40213424 0.03866375 ... -0.25347123 0.33700573
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The Japanese government has forecast that the country's economic growth will slow to 1.6% in the next fiscal year starting in April 2005.
While it predicts this fall from the current 2.1% level, it said it was making progress on ending deflation. The figures were given by economics minister Heizo Takenaka who said th... | He said the consumer price index (CPI) would rise 0.1% in the next fiscal year, the first gain since 2000/01.Deflation - or falling consumer prices - has plagued Japan for more than five years.The Japanese government has forecast that the country's economic growth will slow to 1.6% in the next fiscal year starting in A... | business | [" The Japanese government has forecast that the country's economic growth will slow to 1.6% in the next fiscal year starting in April 2005.", ' While it predicts this fall from the current 2.1% level, it said it was making progress on ending deflation.', 'The figures were given by economics minister Heizo Takenaka wh... | [[-0.89432305 -0.5030457 0.7106558 ... 0.18272282 0.4534407
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A swathe of figures have provided further evidence of a slowdown in the UK property market.
The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML), British Bankers Association (BBA) and Building Societies Association (BSA) all said mortgage lending was slowing. CML figures showed gross lending fell by 4% in November as the number of ... | The CML said that loans for new property purchases fell 25% year-on-year to 85,000 - the lowest total seen since February 2003.CML figures showed gross lending fell by 4% in November as the number of people buying new homes fell.A swathe of figures have provided further evidence of a slowdown in the UK property market.... | business | [' A swathe of figures have provided further evidence of a slowdown in the UK property market.', ' The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML), British Bankers Association (BBA) and Building Societies Association (BSA) all said mortgage lending was slowing.', 'CML figures showed gross lending fell by 4% in November as the n... | [[-1.3681084 -0.2861131 0.71806824 ... 0.3865974 0.33648732
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Yukos will return to a US court on Wednesday to seek sanctions against Baikal Finance Group, the little-known firm which has bought its main asset.
Yukos has said it will sue Baikal and others involved in the sale of Yuganskneftegas for $20bn in damages. Yukos' US lawyers will attempt to have Baikal assets frozen aft... | Yukos will return to a US court on Wednesday to seek sanctions against Baikal Finance Group, the little-known firm which has bought its main asset.Yukos has said it will sue Baikal and others involved in the sale of Yuganskneftegas for $20bn in damages.Yukos' US lawyers will attempt to have Baikal assets frozen after t... | business | [' Yukos will return to a US court on Wednesday to seek sanctions against Baikal Finance Group, the little-known firm which has bought its main asset.', ' Yukos has said it will sue Baikal and others involved in the sale of Yuganskneftegas for $20bn in damages.', "Yukos' US lawyers will attempt to have Baikal assets f... | [[-0.78578335 -0.6486311 -0.18153456 ... -0.0804067 0.7790843
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Irish publishing group Independent News & Media is buying up a 26% stake in Indian newspaper company Jagran in a deal worth 25m euros ($34.1m).
Jagran publishes India's top-selling daily newspaper, the Hindi-language Dainik Jagran, which has been in circulation for 62 years. News of the deal came as the group announc... | Irish publishing group Independent News & Media is buying up a 26% stake in Indian newspaper company Jagran in a deal worth 25m euros ($34.1m).Meanwhile, the group made no comment about the future of the Independent newspaper despite recent speculation that Sir Anthony had held talks with potential buyers over a stake ... | business | [' Irish publishing group Independent News & Media is buying up a 26% stake in Indian newspaper company Jagran in a deal worth 25m euros ($34.1m).', " Jagran publishes India's top-selling daily newspaper, the Hindi-language Dainik Jagran, which has been in circulation for 62 years.", 'News of the deal came as the grou... | [[ 0.07830607 -0.704805 -0.06549297 ... 0.23433666 0.45555472
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The two most senior executives at US mortgage giant Fannie Mae have resigned after accounting irregularities were uncovered at the company.
Chief executive Franklin Raines, a former senior official in the Clinton administration, and chief financial officer Tim Howard have left the firm. Fannie Mae was criticised by f... | Fannie Mae was criticised by financial regulators and could have to restate its earnings by up to $9bn (£4.6bn).The financial regulator said Fannie Mae would have to raise substantial new capital to restore its balance sheet.The two most senior executives at US mortgage giant Fannie Mae have resigned after accounting i... | business | [' The two most senior executives at US mortgage giant Fannie Mae have resigned after accounting irregularities were uncovered at the company.', ' Chief executive Franklin Raines, a former senior official in the Clinton administration, and chief financial officer Tim Howard have left the firm.', 'Fannie Mae was critic... | [[-0.23045987 -0.9330399 0.00520616 ... 0.14758898 0.675305
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A prescription cannabis drug made by UK biotech firm GW Pharmaceuticals is set to be approved in Canada.
The drug is used to treat the central nervous system and alleviate the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). A few weeks ago, shares in GW Pharma lost a third of their value after UK regulators said they wanted mor... | A prescription cannabis drug made by UK biotech firm GW Pharmaceuticals is set to be approved in Canada."We are delighted to receive this qualifying notice from Health Canada and look forward to receiving regulatory approval for Sativex in Canada in the early part of 2005," said GW Pharma executive chairman Dr Geoffrey... | business | [' A prescription cannabis drug made by UK biotech firm GW Pharmaceuticals is set to be approved in Canada.', ' The drug is used to treat the central nervous system and alleviate the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS).', "A few weeks ago, shares in GW Pharma lost a third of their value after UK regulators said they w... | [[-0.3858752 -0.6271467 0.3653004 ... -0.03992069 0.07059018
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US president George W Bush has pledged to introduce a "tough" federal budget next February in a bid to halve the country's deficit in five years.
The US budget and its trade deficit are both deep in the red, helping to push the dollar to lows against the euro and fuelling fears about the economy. Mr Bush indicated th... | Mr Bush, however, has said the best way to halt the dollar's slide is to deal with the US deficit.US president George W Bush has pledged to introduce a "tough" federal budget next February in a bid to halve the country's deficit in five years."We will submit a budget that fits the times," Mr Bush said.The US budget and... | business | [' US president George W Bush has pledged to introduce a "tough" federal budget next February in a bid to halve the country\'s deficit in five years.', ' The US budget and its trade deficit are both deep in the red, helping to push the dollar to lows against the euro and fuelling fears about the economy.', 'Mr Bush in... | [[-0.7385249 -0.38218114 0.19894777 ... -0.0045543 0.19651887
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House prices fell further in November and property sale times lengthened as rate rises took their toll, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors found.
A total of 48% of chartered surveyor estate agents reported lower prices in the three months to November - the highest level in 12 years. Meanwhile the number of sa... | House prices fell further in November and property sale times lengthened as rate rises took their toll, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors found.The figures were published as another survey by property website Rightmove said the average asking price of a home fell by more than £600 from £190,329 in November to ... | business | [' House prices fell further in November and property sale times lengthened as rate rises took their toll, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors found.', ' A total of 48% of chartered surveyor estate agents reported lower prices in the three months to November - the highest level in 12 years.', 'Meanwhile the num... | [[-0.03491815 -0.38794383 0.5552502 ... -0.01552938 0.5081093
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Three years after Argentina was hit by a deadly economic crisis, there is fresh hope.
The country's economy is set to grow about 8% this year after seeing 9% growth last year, a sharp turnaround from 2002 when output fell 11%. The unemployment rate is improving, too: It is set to slip below 13% by the end of the year... | Mr Valentine, who was born in the United States but grew up in Argentina, was fortunate: At the time of the crisis, his savings were held in dollar accounts abroad."Three years ago, every sector [of the economy] was hit by the crisis," said entrepreneur Drayton Valentine.Three years after Argentina was hit by a deadly ... | business | [' Three years after Argentina was hit by a deadly economic crisis, there is fresh hope.', " The country's economy is set to grow about 8% this year after seeing 9% growth last year, a sharp turnaround from 2002 when output fell 11%.", 'The unemployment rate is improving, too: It is set to slip below 13% by the end of... | [[-0.00223607 -0.7507597 0.29231247 ... -0.05634418 0.02478
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Walt Disney has settled charges from US federal regulators that it failed to disclose how family members of directors were employed by the company.
The media giant was not fined by the Securities and Exchange Commission, but has agreed to refrain from any future violations of securities law. Disney failed to tell inv... | The SEC also found that Disney did not disclose that a 50% Disney-owned subsidiary company - Lifetime - employed the wife of current Disney director John Bryson, and that she earned more than $1m a year.Disney also failed to disclose payments to Air Shamrock, an airline owned by Mr Gold and fellow former Disney directo... | business | [' Walt Disney has settled charges from US federal regulators that it failed to disclose how family members of directors were employed by the company.', ' The media giant was not fined by the Securities and Exchange Commission, but has agreed to refrain from any future violations of securities law.', 'Disney failed to... | [[-0.00764847 -0.4591558 -0.14585602 ... -0.5307887 1.1149735
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Russia's president has defended the purchase of Yukos' key production unit by state-owned oil firm Rosneft, saying it followed free market principles.
Vladimir Putin said it was quite within the rights of a state-owned company to ensure its interests were met. Rosneft bought 100% of Baikal Finance Group, in a move th... | Lawyers claimed the auction was illegal because Yukos - with an office in Houston - had filed for bankruptcy and therefore its assets were under the protection of US law which has worldwide jurisdiction.Russia's president has defended the purchase of Yukos' key production unit by state-owned oil firm Rosneft, saying it... | business | [" Russia's president has defended the purchase of Yukos' key production unit by state-owned oil firm Rosneft, saying it followed free market principles.", ' Vladimir Putin said it was quite within the rights of a state-owned company to ensure its interests were met.', "Rosneft bought 100% of Baikal Finance Group, in ... | [[-0.36615014 -0.42897514 -0.31996426 ... 0.86079544 0.86578035
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The US stock market regulator is investigating troubled insurance broker Marsh & McLennan's shareholder transactions, the firm has said.
The Securities and Exchange Commission has asked for information about transactions involving holders of 5% or more of the firm's shares. Marsh has said it is co-operating fully wit... | The US stock market regulator is investigating troubled insurance broker Marsh & McLennan's shareholder transactions, the firm has said.Marsh has said it is co-operating fully with the SEC investigation.Marsh is also the focus of an inquiry the New York attorney-general into whether insurers rigged the market.Since tha... | business | [" The US stock market regulator is investigating troubled insurance broker Marsh & McLennan's shareholder transactions, the firm has said.", " The Securities and Exchange Commission has asked for information about transactions involving holders of 5% or more of the firm's shares.", 'Marsh has said it is co-operating ... | [[ 0.19981763 -0.83216655 -0.27942038 ... 0.38900593 0.4624126
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A US company has pulled out of a major contract to rebuild Iraq's transport system after attacks on reconstruction efforts, Pentagon officials have said.
Contrack International, of Arlington, Virginia, heads a coalition of firms working on a series of schemes. Its withdrawal from the $325m (£170m) contract in Novembe... | "Members of the joint venture including Contrack are committed to the ongoing reconstruction efforts, are actively working in Iraq and continue to look for new construction opportunities in the country," it said in a statement.US firms and their workers have been targets of attacks, and security concerns are said to be... | business | [" A US company has pulled out of a major contract to rebuild Iraq's transport system after attacks on reconstruction efforts, Pentagon officials have said.", ' Contrack International, of Arlington, Virginia, heads a coalition of firms working on a series of schemes.', 'Its withdrawal from the $325m (£170m) contract i... | [[ 0.13794225 -0.4937495 0.26990217 ... 0.1382853 0.66528803
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Boeing is to supply Japan Airlines with up to 50 of its forthcoming 7E7 planes in a deal that could be worth as much as $6bn (£3.1bn) for the US giant.
Japan Airlines has made a firm order for 30 of the aircraft, at $120m each, with the option to buy 20 more. Asia's biggest airline joins Japanese rival All Nippon as ... | "We chose the 7E7 after carefully considering both it and Airbus' aircraft," said a Japan Airlines spokesman.Japan Airlines has made a firm order for 30 of the aircraft, at $120m each, with the option to buy 20 more.Boeing is to supply Japan Airlines with up to 50 of its forthcoming 7E7 planes in a deal that could be w... | business | [' Boeing is to supply Japan Airlines with up to 50 of its forthcoming 7E7 planes in a deal that could be worth as much as $6bn (£3.1bn) for the US giant.', ' Japan Airlines has made a firm order for 30 of the aircraft, at $120m each, with the option to buy 20 more.', "Asia's biggest airline joins Japanese rival All N... | [[ 0.10400929 -0.75143164 0.12938933 ... 0.24583025 0.76533395
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A former executive at the London offices of Merrill Lynch has lost her £7.5m ($14.6m) sex discrimination case against the US investment bank.
An employment tribunal dismissed Stephanie Villalba's allegations of sexual discrimination and unequal pay. But the 42-year-old won her claim of unfair dismissal, resulting fro... | Merrill Lynch denied Ms Villalba's claims and said she was removed from her post because of the extensive losses the firm was suffering on the continent.Ms Villalba, the former head of Merrill's private client business in Europe, has made no decision on whether to appeal.The tribunal decided that Ms Villalba had been u... | business | [' A former executive at the London offices of Merrill Lynch has lost her £7.5m ($14.6m) sex discrimination case against the US investment bank.', " An employment tribunal dismissed Stephanie Villalba's allegations of sexual discrimination and unequal pay.", 'But the 42-year-old won her claim of unfair dismissal, resu... | [[-0.25437963 -0.84595424 0.30638635 ... -0.11644336 0.6760585
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Australian building products group James Hardie has agreed to pay $1.1bn (£568m) to victims of asbestos-related diseases.
The landmark deal could see thousands of people suffering from lung diseases - caused by asbestos the company once made - receive compensation. The move follows angry protests after the firm said ... | In 2001, the company set up a fund to compensate asbestos victims, but it later admitted the fund was running short of money.The move follows angry protests after the firm said a previous compensation fund was running out of money.The landmark deal could see thousands of people suffering from lung diseases - caused by ... | business | [' Australian building products group James Hardie has agreed to pay $1.1bn (£568m) to victims of asbestos-related diseases.', ' The landmark deal could see thousands of people suffering from lung diseases - caused by asbestos the company once made - receive compensation.', 'The move follows angry protests after the f... | [[-6.8851268e-01 -5.6010199e-01 1.3390448e-02 ... 6.7549206e-02
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Chinese police have detained three top executives at milk firm Yili, with reports suggesting that they are being investigated for embezzlement.
Yili - full name Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial - confirmed its chairman, chief financial officer and securities representative were all in custody. The company, China's thir... | Chinese police have detained three top executives at milk firm Yili, with reports suggesting that they are being investigated for embezzlement.Analysts wondered if the scandal at Yili - the latest to befall Chinese companies this year - could be followed by further revelations of corporate wrongdoing.A Yili spokesman s... | business | [' Chinese police have detained three top executives at milk firm Yili, with reports suggesting that they are being investigated for embezzlement.', ' Yili - full name Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial - confirmed its chairman, chief financial officer and securities representative were all in custody.', "The company, Chi... | [[-0.27842495 -0.5887898 0.31218508 ... -0.04333989 0.45518035
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Air Deccan has ordered 30 Airbus A320 planes in a $1.8bn (£931m) deal as India's first low-cost airline expands in the fast-growing domestic market.
Air Deccan was set up last year and wants to lure travellers away from the railway network and pricier rivals. The potential of the Indian market has attracted attention... | India's government has given its backing to cheaper and more accessible air travel.When it was set up the firm offered tickets that were 50% cheaper than other Indian airlines.Air Deccan has ordered 30 Airbus A320 planes in a $1.8bn (£931m) deal as India's first low-cost airline expands in the fast-growing domestic mar... | business | [" Air Deccan has ordered 30 Airbus A320 planes in a $1.8bn (£931m) deal as India's first low-cost airline expands in the fast-growing domestic market.", ' Air Deccan was set up last year and wants to lure travellers away from the railway network and pricier rivals.', 'The potential of the Indian market has attracted ... | [[-0.40750766 -0.8493235 0.26296785 ... 0.25719193 0.3102991
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Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez has offered China wide-ranging access to the country's oil reserves.
The offer, made as part of a trade deal between the two countries, will allow China to operate oil fields in Venezuela and invest in new refineries. Venezuela has also offered to supply 120,000 barrels of fuel oil a ... | Venezuela has also offered to supply 120,000 barrels of fuel oil a month to China.China has been a net importer of oil since the mid 1990's with more than a third of the oil and gas it consumes coming from abroad.China's quick-growing economy's need for oil has contributed to record-high oil prices this year, along wit... | business | [" Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez has offered China wide-ranging access to the country's oil reserves.", ' The offer, made as part of a trade deal between the two countries, will allow China to operate oil fields in Venezuela and invest in new refineries.', 'Venezuela has also offered to supply 120,000 barrels of fu... | [[-0.6505078 -0.8068423 -0.04470941 ... 0.16718882 0.8835382
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Shares in engineering group Jarvis have soared more than 16% on news that it is offloading its stake in London underground consortium Tube Lines.
The sale of the 33% stake to Spain's Ferrovial for £146m ($281m) is a lifeline to Jarvis, which was weighed down by debts of more than £230m. The company recently warned it... | Shares in engineering group Jarvis have soared more than 16% on news that it is offloading its stake in London underground consortium Tube Lines.The sale of the 33% stake to Spain's Ferrovial for £146m ($281m) is a lifeline to Jarvis, which was weighed down by debts of more than £230m.Jarvis said the sale, which raked ... | business | [' Shares in engineering group Jarvis have soared more than 16% on news that it is offloading its stake in London underground consortium Tube Lines.', " The sale of the 33% stake to Spain's Ferrovial for £146m ($281m) is a lifeline to Jarvis, which was weighed down by debts of more than £230m. The company recently war... | [[ 0.42354295 -0.9090233 0.4696077 ... 0.2620145 0.06484929
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Japan's Honda has won a copyright case in Beijing, further evidence that China is taking a tougher line on protecting intellectual property rights.
A court ruled that Chongqing Lifan Industry Group must stop selling Honda brand motorbikes and said it must pay 1.47m yuan ($177,600) in compensation. Internationally rec... | Japan's Honda has won a copyright case in Beijing, further evidence that China is taking a tougher line on protecting intellectual property rights.Earlier this week China said that in future it will punish violators of intellectual property rights with up to seven years in jail.Last month the EU said it will start moni... | business | [" Japan's Honda has won a copyright case in Beijing, further evidence that China is taking a tougher line on protecting intellectual property rights.", ' A court ruled that Chongqing Lifan Industry Group must stop selling Honda brand motorbikes and said it must pay 1.47m yuan ($177,600) in compensation.', "Internatio... | [[-0.62570506 -0.26088297 0.4184213 ... 0.47054255 0.4893754
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The Jamaican government is regaining control of Air Jamaica in an bid to help the ailing company out of its financial difficulties.
The firm has failed to make money since the state sold a majority stake to hotel tycoon Gordon Stewart in 1994. In common with many carriers, Air Jamaica, with debts of $560m (£291m), ha... | The Jamaican government is regaining control of Air Jamaica in an bid to help the ailing company out of its financial difficulties.In common with many carriers, Air Jamaica, with debts of $560m (£291m), has been hit by high fuel costs and the impact of the 11 September attacks."The administration is committed to a viab... | business | [' The Jamaican government is regaining control of Air Jamaica in an bid to help the ailing company out of its financial difficulties.', ' The firm has failed to make money since the state sold a majority stake to hotel tycoon Gordon Stewart in 1994.', 'In common with many carriers, Air Jamaica, with debts of $560m (£... | [[-0.823573 0.03552281 0.1258183 ... 0.42044604 0.29865912
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The dollar has fallen to a new record low against the euro after data fuelled fresh concerns about the US economy.
The greenback hit $1.3516 in thin New York trade, before rallying to $1.3509. The dollar has weakened sharply since September when it traded about $1.20, amid continuing worries over the levels of the US... | The dollar has fallen to a new record low against the euro after data fuelled fresh concerns about the US economy.Thursday's new low for the dollar came after data was released showing year-on-year sales of new homes in the US had fallen 12% in November - with some analysts saying this could indicate problems ahead for... | business | [' The dollar has fallen to a new record low against the euro after data fuelled fresh concerns about the US economy.', ' The greenback hit $1.3516 in thin New York trade, before rallying to $1.3509.', 'The dollar has weakened sharply since September when it traded about $1.20, amid continuing worries over the levels ... | [[-0.6389166 -0.74546576 -0.35369542 ... 0.22969383 0.154321
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Asian governments and international agencies are reeling at the potential economic devastation left by the Asian tsunami and floods.
World Bank president James Wolfensohn has said his agency is "only beginning to grasp the magnitude of the disaster" and its economic impact. The tragedy has left at least 25,000 people... | The tragedy has left at least 25,000 people dead, with Sri Lanka, Thailand, India and Indonesia worst hit.Analysts said that figure is likely to rise and the country's tourist industry is likely to be hardest hit.World Bank president James Wolfensohn has said his agency is "only beginning to grasp the magnitude of the ... | business | [' Asian governments and international agencies are reeling at the potential economic devastation left by the Asian tsunami and floods.', ' World Bank president James Wolfensohn has said his agency is "only beginning to grasp the magnitude of the disaster" and its economic impact.', 'The tragedy has left at least 25,0... | [[-0.09568595 -0.51457095 0.44853526 ... 0.2527455 0.66966385
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Insurers have sought to calm fears that they face huge losses after an earthquake and giant waves killed at least 38,000 people in southern Asia.
Munich Re and Swiss Re, the world's two biggest reinsurers, have said exposure will be less than for other disasters. Rebuilding costs are likely to be cheaper than in deve... | The impact on US insurance companies is not expected to be heavy, analysts said.Rebuilding costs are likely to be cheaper than in developed countries, and many of those affected will not have insurance, analysts said.Munich Re, the world's largest reinsurance company, said that its exposure is less than 100m euros (£70... | business | [' Insurers have sought to calm fears that they face huge losses after an earthquake and giant waves killed at least 38,000 people in southern Asia.', " Munich Re and Swiss Re, the world's two biggest reinsurers, have said exposure will be less than for other disasters.", 'Rebuilding costs are likely to be cheaper tha... | [[-0.03075995 -0.7927697 0.77835774 ... -0.09255075 0.5815586
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Calmer relations between India and Pakistan are paying economic dividends, with new figures showing bilateral trade up threefold in the summer.
The value of trade in April-July rose to $186.3m (£97m) from $64.4m in the same period in 2003, the Indian Government said. Nonethless, the figures represent less than 1% of ... | The value of trade in April-July rose to $186.3m (£97m) from $64.4m in the same period in 2003, the Indian Government said."If the positive trend continues, two-way trade could well cross half a billion dollars this fiscal year," India's federal commerce Minister Kamal Nath said.Calmer relations between India and Pakis... | business | [' Calmer relations between India and Pakistan are paying economic dividends, with new figures showing bilateral trade up threefold in the summer.', ' The value of trade in April-July rose to $186.3m (£97m) from $64.4m in the same period in 2003, the Indian Government said.', "Nonethless, the figures represent less th... | [[-0.44779447 -0.5351852 0.24161029 ... 0.45646402 0.46597672
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The US government is to investigate two airlines- US Airways and Delta Air Lines' Comair subsidiary - after travel chaos over the Christmas weekend.
Staff calling in sick at US Airways and computer failures at Comair left 30,000 passengers stranded and 10,000 pieces of baggage undelivered. US Airways is in Chapter 11... | Ground crews at US Airways, the seventh-largest US airline, which is now in Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, face a court-imposed pay cut next month.There was also a shortage of US Airways flight attendants, with nearly a fifth saying they were too sick to work, leading to many flight cancellations.The US government i... | business | [" The US government is to investigate two airlines- US Airways and Delta Air Lines' Comair subsidiary - after travel chaos over the Christmas weekend.", ' Staff calling in sick at US Airways and computer failures at Comair left 30,000 passengers stranded and 10,000 pieces of baggage undelivered.', 'US Airways is in C... | [[-0.34888804 -0.6528342 0.1762175 ... -0.2603317 0.69360447
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Creditors of South Korea's top credit card firm have said they will put the company into liquidation if its ex-parent firm fails to back a bail-out.
LG Card's creditors have given LG group until Wednesday to sign up to a $1.1bn rescue package. The firm avoided bankruptcy thanks to a $4.5bn bail-out in January 2004, w... | "Creditors would seek strong financial sanctions against LG Group if LG Card is liquidated," said Yoo Ji-chang, governor of Korean Development Bank (KDB) - one of the card firm's major creditors.LG Card's creditors have given LG group until Wednesday to sign up to a $1.1bn rescue package.LG Card's creditors have threat... | business | [" Creditors of South Korea's top credit card firm have said they will put the company into liquidation if its ex-parent firm fails to back a bail-out.", " LG Card's creditors have given LG group until Wednesday to sign up to a $1.1bn rescue package.", 'The firm avoided bankruptcy thanks to a $4.5bn bail-out in Januar... | [[-0.61864704 -0.20008717 0.32418337 ... 0.16500795 0.54973835
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The US dollar has continued its record-breaking slide and has tumbled to a new low against the euro.
Investors are betting that the European Central Bank (ECB) will not do anything to weaken the euro, while the US is thought to favour a declining dollar. The US is struggling with a ballooning trade deficit and analys... | The US dollar has continued its record-breaking slide and has tumbled to a new low against the euro.The US is struggling with a ballooning trade deficit and analysts said one of the easiest ways to fund it was by allowing a depreciation of the dollar.The dollar has weakened sharply since September when it traded about ... | business | [' The US dollar has continued its record-breaking slide and has tumbled to a new low against the euro.', ' Investors are betting that the European Central Bank (ECB) will not do anything to weaken the euro, while the US is thought to favour a declining dollar.', 'The US is struggling with a ballooning trade deficit a... | [[-0.89959586 -0.5106365 0.02438492 ... 0.1210999 0.47149605
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US oil prices have fallen by 6%, driven down by forecasts of a mild winter in the densely populated northeast.
Light crude oil futures fell $2.86 to $41.32 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange (Nymex), and have now lost $4 in five days. Nonetheless, US crude is still 30% more expensive than at the beginning o... | US oil prices have fallen by 6%, driven down by forecasts of a mild winter in the densely populated northeast.Statistics released last week showed that stockpiles of oil products in the US had risen, an indication that severe supply disruptions may not arise this winter, barring any serious incident.Oil prices have bro... | business | [' US oil prices have fallen by 6%, driven down by forecasts of a mild winter in the densely populated northeast.', ' Light crude oil futures fell $2.86 to $41.32 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange (Nymex), and have now lost $4 in five days.', 'Nonetheless, US crude is still 30% more expensive than at the be... | [[-0.79680854 -1.1597421 0.03449773 ... -0.01431474 0.8316612
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The board of Indian conglomerate Reliance has agreed a share buy-back, to counter the effects of a power struggle in the controlling family.
The buy-back is a victory for chairman Mukesh Ambani, whose idea it was. His brother Anil, the vice-chairman, said had not been consulted and that the buy-back was "completely i... | The board of Indian conglomerate Reliance has agreed a share buy-back, to counter the effects of a power struggle in the controlling family.The company has been fractious since founder Dhirubhai Ambani died in 2002, leaving no will.The buy-back is a victory for chairman Mukesh Ambani, whose idea it was. | business | [' The board of Indian conglomerate Reliance has agreed a share buy-back, to counter the effects of a power struggle in the controlling family.', ' The buy-back is a victory for chairman Mukesh Ambani, whose idea it was.', 'His brother Anil, the vice-chairman, said had not been consulted and that the buy-back was "com... | [[ 0.06839961 -0.9532822 0.07754411 ... 0.00431684 0.3283308
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Governments, aid agencies, insurers and travel firms are among those counting the cost of the massive earthquake and waves that hammered southern Asia.
The worst-hit areas are Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia and Thailand, with at least 23,000 people killed. Early estimates from the World Bank put the amount of aid needed... | Other countries also are reported to have pledged cash, while the US State Department said it was examining what aid was needed in the region.Other agencies, such as the Asian Development Bank, have said that it is too early to comment on the amount of aid needed.Growth has been rapid in southeast Asia, with the World ... | business | [' Governments, aid agencies, insurers and travel firms are among those counting the cost of the massive earthquake and waves that hammered southern Asia.', ' The worst-hit areas are Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia and Thailand, with at least 23,000 people killed.', 'Early estimates from the World Bank put the amount of a... | [[ 0.01494192 -0.8141801 0.55039054 ... 0.41741002 0.6969551
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Thailand has become the first of the 10 southern Asian nations battered by giant waves at the weekend to cut its economic forecast.
Thailand's economy is now expected to grow by 5.7% in 2005, rather than 6% as forecast before tsunamis hit six tourist provinces. The full economic costs of the disaster remain unclear. ... | In the Maldives the cost of reconstruction could wipe out economic growth, according to a government spokesman.But Indonesian, Indian and Hong Kong stock markets reached record highs on Wednesday, suggesting that investors do not fear a major economic impact.The full economic costs of the disaster remain unclear.He est... | business | [' Thailand has become the first of the 10 southern Asian nations battered by giant waves at the weekend to cut its economic forecast.', " Thailand's economy is now expected to grow by 5.7% in 2005, rather than 6% as forecast before tsunamis hit six tourist provinces.", 'The full economic costs of the disaster remain ... | [[-0.48560244 -0.7179883 0.7409219 ... 0.19172789 0.28807867
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Israel's economy is forecast to grow by 4.2% in 2004 as it continues to emerge from a three-year recession.
The main driver of the faster-than-expected expansion has been exports, with tourism seeing a strong rebound, the statistical office said. The economy is benefiting from a quieter period in Palestinian-Israeli ... | The main driver of the faster-than-expected expansion has been exports, with tourism seeing a strong rebound, the statistical office said.Imports gained by 13%, signalling that domestic demand has picked up again.The outlook is better than it has been for a number of years, analysts said.In 2003, the economy expanded b... | business | [" Israel's economy is forecast to grow by 4.2% in 2004 as it continues to emerge from a three-year recession.", ' The main driver of the faster-than-expected expansion has been exports, with tourism seeing a strong rebound, the statistical office said.', 'The economy is benefiting from a quieter period in Palestinian... | [[-0.16093245 -0.89435196 0.55636466 ... 0.27431703 0.1458982
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South Korea will boost state spending next year in an effort to create jobs and kick start its sputtering economy.
It has earmarked 100 trillion won ($96bn) for the first six months of 2005, 60% of its total annual budget. The government's main problems are "slumping consumption and a contraction in the construction ... | "The focus will be on job creation and economic recovery, given that unfavourable domestic and global conditions are likely to dog the Korean economy in 2005," the ministry said."Given the economic spill over and employment effect in the construction sector, a sharp downturn in the construction industry could have othe... | business | [' South Korea will boost state spending next year in an effort to create jobs and kick start its sputtering economy.', ' It has earmarked 100 trillion won ($96bn) for the first six months of 2005, 60% of its total annual budget.', 'The government\'s main problems are "slumping consumption and a contraction in the con... | [[-0.33965814 0.31009176 0.46562654 ... 0.19649383 0.27722368
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The Open Society Institute (OSI), financed by billionaire George Soros, has accused Kazakhstan officials of trying to close down its local office.
A demand for unpaid taxes and fines of $600,000 (£425,000) is politically motivated, the OSI claimed, adding that it paid the money in October. The organisation has found ... | The Open Society Institute (OSI), financed by billionaire George Soros, has accused Kazakhstan officials of trying to close down its local office.The OSI shut its office in Moscow last year and has withdrawn from Uzbekistan and Belarus.He has powers for life, while insulting the president and officials has been made a ... | business | [' The Open Society Institute (OSI), financed by billionaire George Soros, has accused Kazakhstan officials of trying to close down its local office.', ' A demand for unpaid taxes and fines of $600,000 (£425,000) is politically motivated, the OSI claimed, adding that it paid the money in October.', "The organisation h... | [[-0.5854321 -0.06108624 0.18984449 ... -0.31360322 0.8898321
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German investment bank Deutsche Bank has challenged the right of Yukos to claim bankruptcy protection in the US.
In a court filing on Tuesday, it said the Russian oil giant has few Texas ties beyond bank accounts and a Texas-based finance chief. Deutsche Bank claimed Yukos had artificially manufactured a legal case t... | Deutsche Bank contends Yukos filed for bankruptcy earlier this month in Texas in a desperate and unsuccessful bid to stave off the 19 December auction of its top unit by the Russian government, which was in a tax dispute with Yukos.German investment bank Deutsche Bank has challenged the right of Yukos to claim bankrupt... | business | [' German investment bank Deutsche Bank has challenged the right of Yukos to claim bankruptcy protection in the US.', ' In a court filing on Tuesday, it said the Russian oil giant has few Texas ties beyond bank accounts and a Texas-based finance chief.', 'Deutsche Bank claimed Yukos had artificially manufactured a leg... | [[-4.7406867e-01 -4.6500540e-01 -5.8447921e-01 ... -5.8969140e-01
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Fiat will meet car giant General Motors (GM) on Tuesday in an attempt to reach agreement over the future of the Italian firm's loss-making auto group.
Fiat claims that GM is legally obliged to buy the 90% of the car unit it does not already own; GM says the contract, signed in 2000, is no longer valid. Press reports ... | Fiat claims that GM is legally obliged to buy the 90% of the car unit it does not already own; GM says the contract, signed in 2000, is no longer valid."Fiat may be willing to cancel the 'put' in exchange for money."Fiat will meet car giant General Motors (GM) on Tuesday in an attempt to reach agreement over the future... | business | [" Fiat will meet car giant General Motors (GM) on Tuesday in an attempt to reach agreement over the future of the Italian firm's loss-making auto group.", ' Fiat claims that GM is legally obliged to buy the 90% of the car unit it does not already own; GM says the contract, signed in 2000, is no longer valid.', 'Press... | [[-0.42235118 -0.23672926 0.5265195 ... 0.4013213 0.49798268
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Chile's copper industry has registered record earnings of $14.2bn in 2004, the governmental Chilean Copper Commission (Cochilco) has reported.
Strong demand from China's fast-growing economy and high prices have fuelled production, said Cochilco vice president Patricio Cartagena. He added that the boom has allowed th... | Chile's copper industry has registered record earnings of $14.2bn in 2004, the governmental Chilean Copper Commission (Cochilco) has reported.The copper price reached a 16-year high in October 2004.Chile, the biggest copper producer in the world, is now analyzing ways of to keep prices stable at their current high leve... | business | [" Chile's copper industry has registered record earnings of $14.2bn in 2004, the governmental Chilean Copper Commission (Cochilco) has reported.", " Strong demand from China's fast-growing economy and high prices have fuelled production, said Cochilco vice president Patricio Cartagena.", 'He added that the boom has a... | [[-0.18078475 -1.0059295 -0.00550723 ... -0.28298262 0.5328674
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Consumers' confidence in the state of the US economy is at its highest for five months and they are optimistic about 2005, an influential survey says.
The feel-good factor among US consumers rose in December for the first time since July according to new data. The Conference Board survey of 5,000 households pointed t... | Wal-Mart, the largest US retailer, has said its December sales are expected to be better than previously forecast because of strong post-Christmas sales."The continuing economic expansion, combined with job growth, has consumers ending this year on a high note," said Lynn Franco, director of the Conference Board's cons... | business | [" Consumers' confidence in the state of the US economy is at its highest for five months and they are optimistic about 2005, an influential survey says.", ' The feel-good factor among US consumers rose in December for the first time since July according to new data.', 'The Conference Board survey of 5,000 households ... | [[-0.20607702 -0.6823657 0.07311617 ... 0.04483262 0.07093079
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Spending on credit and debit cards has overtaken cash spending in the UK for the first time.
The moment that plastic finally toppled cash happened at 10.38am on Wednesday, according to the Association for Payment Clearing Services (Apacs) Apacs chose school teacher Helen Carroll, from Portsmouth, to make the historic... | Mrs Carroll was born in the same year that plastic cards first appeared in the UK.Shoppers in the UK are expected to put £269bn on plastic cards during the whole of 2004, compared with £268bn paid with cash, Apacs said.Spending on credit and debit cards has overtaken cash spending in the UK for the first time.When the ... | business | [' Spending on credit and debit cards has overtaken cash spending in the UK for the first time.', ' The moment that plastic finally toppled cash happened at 10.38am on Wednesday, according to the Association for Payment Clearing Services (Apacs) Apacs chose school teacher Helen Carroll, from Portsmouth, to make the hi... | [[-0.3728856 -1.032017 0.33890146 ... -0.09121725 -0.05285611
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Albania, Bulgaria and Macedonia has given the go ahead for the construction of a $1.2bn oil pipeline that will pass through the Balkan peninsula.
The project aims to allow alternative ports for the shipping of Russian and Caspian oil, that normally goes through Turkish ports. It aims to transport 750,000 daily barrel... | The pipeline will be built by the US-registered Albanian Macedonian Bulgarian Oil Corporation (AMBO).Albania, Bulgaria and Macedonia has given the go ahead for the construction of a $1.2bn oil pipeline that will pass through the Balkan peninsula.The project aims to allow alternative ports for the shipping of Russian an... | business | [' Albania, Bulgaria and Macedonia has given the go ahead for the construction of a $1.2bn oil pipeline that will pass through the Balkan peninsula.', ' The project aims to allow alternative ports for the shipping of Russian and Caspian oil, that normally goes through Turkish ports.', 'It aims to transport 750,000 dai... | [[ 0.2401027 -0.55383 0.3658557 ... 0.09683271 0.64861107
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UK condom maker SSL International has refused to comment on reports it may be subject to a takeover early in 2005.
A Financial Times report said business intelligence firm GPW was understood to be starting due diligence work on SSL International, for a corporate client. An spokesman for SSL, which makes the famous Du... | UK condom maker SSL International has refused to comment on reports it may be subject to a takeover early in 2005.A Financial Times report said business intelligence firm GPW was understood to be starting due diligence work on SSL International, for a corporate client.The FT said most the high-profile firm that might w... | business | [' UK condom maker SSL International has refused to comment on reports it may be subject to a takeover early in 2005.', ' A Financial Times report said business intelligence firm GPW was understood to be starting due diligence work on SSL International, for a corporate client.', 'An spokesman for SSL, which makes the ... | [[-0.23532109 -0.21852055 -0.4087534 ... 0.06746271 0.6065632
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The owner of the technology-dominated Nasdaq stock index plans to sell shares to the public and list itself on the market it operates.
According to a registration document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Nasdaq Stock Market plans to raise $100m (£52m) from the sale. Some observers see this as anoth... | The owner of the technology-dominated Nasdaq stock index plans to sell shares to the public and list itself on the market it operates.The Nasdaq is made up shares in technology firms and other companies with high growth potential.Nasdaq will not make money from the sale, only investors who bought shares in the private ... | business | [' The owner of the technology-dominated Nasdaq stock index plans to sell shares to the public and list itself on the market it operates.', ' According to a registration document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Nasdaq Stock Market plans to raise $100m (£52m) from the sale.', 'Some observers see this... | [[ 0.30876318 -0.36597818 0.19485661 ... 0.31239203 0.38365275
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Australian mining firm WMC Resources has said it is worth up to 30% more than a hostile 7.4bn Australian dollar ($5.8bn; £3bn) bid by rival Xstrata.
There is now pressure on Swiss-based Xstrata to increase its takeover offer. A report from investment firm Grant Samuel in WMC defence documents values WMC shares at A$7... | Grant Samuel said its valuation of WMC was based on lower average prices for nickel, copper and uranium than current market levels.Last month Australia's competition watchdog said it would not oppose the purchase of WMC by Zurich and London-based Xstrata.He said the valuation would put increased pressure on Xstrata to ... | business | [' Australian mining firm WMC Resources has said it is worth up to 30% more than a hostile 7.4bn Australian dollar ($5.8bn; £3bn) bid by rival Xstrata.', ' There is now pressure on Swiss-based Xstrata to increase its takeover offer.', "A report from investment firm Grant Samuel in WMC defence documents values WMC shar... | [[-0.140181 -0.8649851 0.06804363 ... 0.01370092 0.9839396
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Bob Murray, chairman of Sunderland FC, has launched a £1.5m ($2.8m) bid for the club after buying broadcaster BSkyB's stake in the business.
Mr Murray is already Sunderland's leading shareholder, holding a 37.6% stake, and now hopes to take full control of the Championship side. Mr Murray said the club would find it ... | A lifetime Sunderland supporter and board director since 1984, Mr Murray agreed to buy BSkyB's 4.76% holding in the Wearside club on Tuesday - taking his stake to 42.3%.Under stock market rules, Mr Murray is required to make an offer for the remaining shares that he does not already own at the same price paid for the B... | business | [" Bob Murray, chairman of Sunderland FC, has launched a £1.5m ($2.8m) bid for the club after buying broadcaster BSkyB's stake in the business.", " Mr Murray is already Sunderland's leading shareholder, holding a 37.6% stake, and now hopes to take full control of the Championship side.", 'Mr Murray said the club would... | [[-0.26370412 -0.32784832 -0.02394183 ... 0.22725749 0.4350129
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Taxpayers may have to bail out the US agency that protects workers' pension funds, leading economists have warned.
With the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) some £23bn (£12m) in deficit, the Financial Economists Roundtable (FER) wants Congress to act. Instead of taxpayers having to pick up the bill, the FE... | With the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) some £23bn (£12m) in deficit, the Financial Economists Roundtable (FER) wants Congress to act.The company has an estimated $2.9bn hole in its pilots' pension scheme, which the PBGC will now guarantee.The FER says firms should not have been allowed to reduce the insur... | business | [" Taxpayers may have to bail out the US agency that protects workers' pension funds, leading economists have warned.", ' With the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) some £23bn (£12m) in deficit, the Financial Economists Roundtable (FER) wants Congress to act.', "Instead of taxpayers having to pick up the bil... | [[ 0.17254393 -0.26564178 0.01500112 ... 0.08868811 0.1541063
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Brewing giant Inbev has agreed to buy Alfa-Eco's stake in Sun Interbrew, Russia's second-largest brewer, for up to 259.7m euros ($353.3m; £183.75m).
Alfa-Eco, the venture capital arm of Russian conglomerate Alfa Group, has a one-fifth stake in Sun Interbrew. The deal gives Inbev, the world's biggest beermaker, near-t... | Inbev was formed in August 2004 when Belgium's Interbrew bought Brazilian brewer Ambev.Brewing giant Inbev has agreed to buy Alfa-Eco's stake in Sun Interbrew, Russia's second-largest brewer, for up to 259.7m euros ($353.3m; £183.75m).Sun Interbrew, which employs 8,000 staff, owns breweries in eight Russian cities - Kl... | business | [" Brewing giant Inbev has agreed to buy Alfa-Eco's stake in Sun Interbrew, Russia's second-largest brewer, for up to 259.7m euros ($353.3m; £183.75m).", ' Alfa-Eco, the venture capital arm of Russian conglomerate Alfa Group, has a one-fifth stake in Sun Interbrew.', "The deal gives Inbev, the world's biggest beermake... | [[-0.40266863 -0.59478235 0.1732892 ... -0.08166832 0.65542805
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US industrial production increased in December, according to the latest survey from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM).
Its index of national manufacturing activity rose to 58.6 last month from 57.8 in November. A reading above 50 indicates a level of growth. The result for December was slightly better than an... | The ISM manufacturing index's main sister survey - the employment index - eased to 52.7 in December from 57.6 in November, while its "prices paid" index, measuring the cost to businesses of their inputs, also eased to 72.0 from 74.0.The ISM's "new orders" index rose to 67.4 from 61.5.The ISM said the growth was driven ... | business | [' US industrial production increased in December, according to the latest survey from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM).', ' Its index of national manufacturing activity rose to 58.6 last month from 57.8 in November.', 'A reading above 50 indicates a level of growth.', "The result for December was slightly be... | [[-0.6956795 -0.7963701 0.41583568 ... 0.08417422 0.2643142
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Singapore's economy grew by 8.1% in 2004, its best performance since 2000, figures from the trade ministry show.
The advance, the second-fastest in Asia after China, was led by growth of 13.1% in the key manufacturing sector. However, a slower-than-expected fourth quarter points to more modest growth for the trade-dr... | However, a slower-than-expected fourth quarter points to more modest growth for the trade-driven economy in 2005 as global technology demand falls back.The economy's poor performance in the July to September period followed four consecutive quarters of double-digit growth as Singapore bounced back strongly from the eff... | business | [" Singapore's economy grew by 8.1% in 2004, its best performance since 2000, figures from the trade ministry show.", ' The advance, the second-fastest in Asia after China, was led by growth of 13.1% in the key manufacturing sector.', 'However, a slower-than-expected fourth quarter points to more modest growth for the... | [[-0.337827 -0.8464223 0.5738645 ... 0.4046827 0.04779359
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Madagascar has completed the replacement of its Malagasy franc with a new currency, the ariary.
From Monday, all prices and contracts will have to be quoted in the ariary, which was trading at 1,893 to the US dollar. The Malagasy franc, which lost almost half its value in 2004, is no longer legal tender but will rema... | Madagascar has completed the replacement of its Malagasy franc with a new currency, the ariary.The ariary was the name of a pre-colonial currency in the Indian Ocean island state.The phasing out of the franc, begun in July 2003, was intended to distance the country from its past under French colonial rule and address t... | business | [' Madagascar has completed the replacement of its Malagasy franc with a new currency, the ariary.', ' From Monday, all prices and contracts will have to be quoted in the ariary, which was trading at 1,893 to the US dollar.', 'The Malagasy franc, which lost almost half its value in 2004, is no longer legal tender but ... | [[-0.6464146 -0.8716883 0.44889525 ... 0.00629829 0.47319806
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Shares of Skis Rossignol, the world's largest ski-maker, have jumped as much as 15% on speculation that it will be bought by US surfwear firm Quiksilver.
The owners of Rossignol, the Boix-Vives family, are said to be considering an offer from Quiksilver. Analysts believe other sporting goods companies may now take a ... | The owners of Rossignol, the Boix-Vives family, are said to be considering an offer from Quiksilver.The Boix-Vives family is thought to have spent the past couple of years sounding out possible suitors for Rossignol, which also makes golf equipment, snowboards and sports clothing.Analysts believe other sporting goods c... | business | [" Shares of Skis Rossignol, the world's largest ski-maker, have jumped as much as 15% on speculation that it will be bought by US surfwear firm Quiksilver.", ' The owners of Rossignol, the Boix-Vives family, are said to be considering an offer from Quiksilver.', 'Analysts believe other sporting goods companies may no... | [[ 0.45164353 -0.83593845 0.5825139 ... -0.28741285 -0.02468145
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The US dollar hovered close to record lows against the euro on Friday as concern grows about the size of the US budget deficit.
Analysts predict that the dollar will remain weak in 2005 as investors worry about the state of the US economy. The Bush administration's apparent unwillingness to intervene to support the d... | The US dollar hovered close to record lows against the euro on Friday as concern grows about the size of the US budget deficit.The dollar was trading at $1.3652 versus the euro on Friday morning after hitting a fresh record low of $1.3667 on Thursday."There are no dollar buyers now, especially after the Chicago data ye... | business | [' The US dollar hovered close to record lows against the euro on Friday as concern grows about the size of the US budget deficit.', ' Analysts predict that the dollar will remain weak in 2005 as investors worry about the state of the US economy.', "The Bush administration's apparent unwillingness to intervene to supp... | [[-0.50537217 -0.8614025 0.34642702 ... 0.18312714 0.12566005
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South Korea's largest credit card firm has averted liquidation following a one trillion won ($960m; £499m) bail-out.
LG Card had been threatened with collapse because of its huge debts but the firm's creditors and its former parent have stepped in to rescue it. A consortium of creditors and LG Group, a family owned c... | LG Card had been threatened with collapse because of its huge debts but the firm's creditors and its former parent have stepped in to rescue it.South Korea's largest credit card firm has averted liquidation following a one trillion won ($960m; £499m) bail-out.The firm's creditors - which own 99% of LG Card - have been ... | business | [" South Korea's largest credit card firm has averted liquidation following a one trillion won ($960m; £499m) bail-out.", " LG Card had been threatened with collapse because of its huge debts but the firm's creditors and its former parent have stepped in to rescue it.", 'A consortium of creditors and LG Group, a famil... | [[-0.94400465 -0.8304686 0.14443615 ... 0.11768673 0.52589315
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The US dollar has hit a new record low against the euro and analysts predict that more declines are likely in 2005.
Disappointing economic reports dented the currency, which had been rallying after European policy makers said they were worried about the euro's strength. Earlier on Thursday, the Japanese yen touched i... | Against the yen the dollar was trading down at $103.05.The US dollar has hit a new record low against the euro and analysts predict that more declines are likely in 2005.The dollar slid to a record $1.3666 versus the euro on Thursday, before bouncing back to $1.3636.Disappointing economic reports dented the currency, w... | business | [' The US dollar has hit a new record low against the euro and analysts predict that more declines are likely in 2005.', " Disappointing economic reports dented the currency, which had been rallying after European policy makers said they were worried about the euro's strength.", 'Earlier on Thursday, the Japanese yen ... | [[-0.8922203 -0.5213649 -0.02886239 ... 0.15229009 0.2530528
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Volkswagen is considering building a car factory in India, but said it had yet to make a final decision.
The German giant said it was studying the possibility of opening an assembly plant in the country, but that it remained only a "potential" idea. Its comments came after the industry minister of India's Andhra Prad... | Its comments came after the industry minister of India's Andhra Pradesh state said a team of VW officials were due to visit to discuss the plans.An Andhra Pradesh official added that VW had already approved a factory site measuring 250 acres.B. Satyanarayana said he expected VW to co-sign a memorandum of agreement. | business | [' Volkswagen is considering building a car factory in India, but said it had yet to make a final decision.', ' The German giant said it was studying the possibility of opening an assembly plant in the country, but that it remained only a "potential" idea.', "Its comments came after the industry minister of India's An... | [[ 0.3188527 -0.21667837 0.15745074 ... 0.08266415 0.31838933
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Ukraine has agreed to pay 30% more for natural gas supplied by Turkmenistan.
The deal was sealed three days after Turkmenistan cut off gas supplies in a price dispute that threatened the Ukrainian economy. Supplies from Turkmenistan account for 45% of all natural gas imported by Ukraine, which has large coal deposits... | The deal was sealed three days after Turkmenistan cut off gas supplies in a price dispute that threatened the Ukrainian economy.On Friday, Turkmenistan acted on a threat and shut off gas supplies to Ukraine in attempt to bring the price dispute to a head.Supplies from Turkmenistan account for 45% of all natural gas imp... | business | [' Ukraine has agreed to pay 30% more for natural gas supplied by Turkmenistan.', ' The deal was sealed three days after Turkmenistan cut off gas supplies in a price dispute that threatened the Ukrainian economy.', 'Supplies from Turkmenistan account for 45% of all natural gas imported by Ukraine, which has large coal... | [[-0.05011347 -0.856141 0.12601675 ... 0.49746436 0.6986791
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Anil Ambani, the younger of the two brothers in charge of India's largest private company, has resigned from running its petrochemicals subsidiary.
The move is likely to be seen as the latest twist in a feud between Mr Ambani and his brother Mukesh. Anil, 45, has stepped down as director and vice-chairman of Indian P... | Anil, 45, has stepped down as director and vice-chairman of Indian Petrochemicals Corporation (IPC).Mukesh has spoken of ownership issues between the two brothers, who took over control of the Reliance empire following the death of their father in July, 2002.IPC is 46%-owned by Reliance Industries which in turn is run ... | business | [" Anil Ambani, the younger of the two brothers in charge of India's largest private company, has resigned from running its petrochemicals subsidiary.", ' The move is likely to be seen as the latest twist in a feud between Mr Ambani and his brother Mukesh.', 'Anil, 45, has stepped down as director and vice-chairman of... | [[-0.49789974 -0.93038654 0.03315876 ... 0.41604948 0.95321435
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India will allow domestic commercial airlines to fly long haul international routes, a move it hopes will stoke competition and drive down prices.
However, only state controlled carriers will be able to fly the lucrative Gulf routes, to countries such as Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, for at least three years. Jet Airways ... | India will allow domestic commercial airlines to fly long haul international routes, a move it hopes will stoke competition and drive down prices.Jet Airways is India's premier private domestic carrier; Air Sahara is ranked third in the category.India is looking to develop its airline industry as booming economic growt... | business | [' India will allow domestic commercial airlines to fly long haul international routes, a move it hopes will stoke competition and drive down prices.', ' However, only state controlled carriers will be able to fly the lucrative Gulf routes, to countries such as Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, for at least three years.', 'Jet... | [[-0.50113744 -0.04666856 0.18546118 ... 0.0247006 0.4287192
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Oil prices recovered in Asian trade on Tuesday, after falling in New York on milder winter weather across the US.
With winter temperatures staying relatively high in the northern US, a barrel of light crude ended Monday down $1.33 to $42.12. However crude prices have rebounded in Asia, rising to $42.30 a barrel for F... | With winter temperatures staying relatively high in the northern US, a barrel of light crude ended Monday down $1.33 to $42.12.With milder temperatures expected to continue in the northern parts of the US over the next few days at least, analysts have said the price of oil may fall further - even if the decline was onl... | business | [' Oil prices recovered in Asian trade on Tuesday, after falling in New York on milder winter weather across the US.', ' With winter temperatures staying relatively high in the northern US, a barrel of light crude ended Monday down $1.33 to $42.12.', 'However crude prices have rebounded in Asia, rising to $42.30 a bar... | [[-1.0228221 -0.9055968 0.03204016 ... 0.68959653 0.51389986
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Employers will no longer be able to force workers to retire before 65, unless they can justify it.
The government has announced that firms will be barred from 2006 from imposing arbitrary retirement ages. Under new European age discrimination rules, a default retirement age of 65 will be introduced. Workers will be p... | Trade and Industry Secretary Patricia Hewitt said people would not be forced to work longer than they wanted, saying the default age was not a statutory, compulsory retirement age.But Age Concern said imposing a retirement age of 65 was "cowardly" and a "complete u-turn".Under new European age discrimination rules, a d... | business | [' Employers will no longer be able to force workers to retire before 65, unless they can justify it.', ' The government has announced that firms will be barred from 2006 from imposing arbitrary retirement ages.', 'Under new European age discrimination rules, a default retirement age of 65 will be introduced.', 'Worke... | [[ 0.8243506 -0.4600461 1.015742 ... -0.19483367 0.05546349
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The US looks set for a continued boost to interest rates in 2005, according to the Federal Reserve.
Minutes of the December meeting which pushed rates up to 2.25% showed that policy-makers at the Fed are worried about accelerating inflation. The clear signal pushed the dollar up to $1.3270 to the euro by 0400 GMT on ... | Minutes of the December meeting which pushed rates up to 2.25% showed that policy-makers at the Fed are worried about accelerating inflation.The key Fed funds rate has risen 1.25 percentage points during 2004 from the 46-year low of 1% reached not long after the 9/11 attacks in 2001.The US looks set for a continued boo... | business | [' The US looks set for a continued boost to interest rates in 2005, according to the Federal Reserve.', ' Minutes of the December meeting which pushed rates up to 2.25% showed that policy-makers at the Fed are worried about accelerating inflation.', 'The clear signal pushed the dollar up to $1.3270 to the euro by 040... | [[ 0.08691233 -0.3304548 -0.01848518 ... 0.16430302 0.07048725
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Next has said its annual profit will be £5m lower than previously expected because its end-of-year clearance sale has proved disappointing.
"Clearance rates in our end-of-season sale have been below our expectations," the company said. The High Street retailer said it now expected to report annual profits of between ... | Next chief executive Simon Wolfson admitted that festive sales were "below where we would expect a normal Christmas to be", but said sales should still top analyst expectations.Overall sales across both its retail and mail order divisions were up 12.4%, Next said.Next has said its annual profit will be £5m lower than p... | business | [' Next has said its annual profit will be £5m lower than previously expected because its end-of-year clearance sale has proved disappointing.', ' "Clearance rates in our end-of-season sale have been below our expectations," the company said.', 'The High Street retailer said it now expected to report annual profits of... | [[-5.6428039e-01 -3.1634477e-01 4.5667563e-02 ... 4.0273795e-01
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Tate & Lyle's chief executive has been named European Businessman of the Year by a leading business magazine.
Iain Ferguson was awarded the title by US publication Forbes for returning one of the UK's "venerable" manufacturers to the country's top 100 companies. The sugar group had been absent from the FTSE 100 for s... | "After years of a sagging stock price and a seven-year hiatus from the FTSE 100, one of Britain's venerable manufacturers has returned to the vaunted index," Forbes said.The sugar group had been absent from the FTSE 100 for seven years until Mr Ferguson helped it return to growth.Tate & Lyle's chief executive has been ... | business | [" Tate & Lyle's chief executive has been named European Businessman of the Year by a leading business magazine.", ' Iain Ferguson was awarded the title by US publication Forbes for returning one of the UK\'s "venerable" manufacturers to the country\'s top 100 companies.', 'The sugar group had been absent from the FTS... | [[ 0.17502971 -0.48397326 0.87448204 ... -0.2402767 0.1007145
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Shares in Krispy Kreme Doughnuts have taken a dunking on Wall Street after the firm revealed it would have to restate its 2004 financial reports.
The company warned the move would cut its profits by $3.8m to $4.9m (£2m to £2.6m) - or between 6.6% and 8.6%. Krispy Kreme said accounting errors had forced the move, addi... | Shares in Krispy Kreme Doughnuts have taken a dunking on Wall Street after the firm revealed it would have to restate its 2004 financial reports.Krispy Kreme said accounting errors had forced the move, adding that its board of directors made the decision to restate its accounts on 28 December.The company warned the mov... | business | [' Shares in Krispy Kreme Doughnuts have taken a dunking on Wall Street after the firm revealed it would have to restate its 2004 financial reports.', ' The company warned the move would cut its profits by $3.8m to $4.9m (£2m to £2.6m) - or between 6.6% and 8.6%.', 'Krispy Kreme said accounting errors had forced the m... | [[ 0.03237296 -0.49905923 0.2540231 ... 0.12996311 0.02930093
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German unemployment rose for the 11th consecutive month in December - making the year's average jobless total the highest since reunification.
The seasonally adjusted jobless total rose a higher than expected 17,000 to 4.483 million, the Bundesbank said. Allowing for changes in calculating statistics, the average num... | "The three years of stagnation in the German economy came to an end in 2004.The seasonally adjusted jobless total rose a higher than expected 17,000 to 4.483 million, the Bundesbank said.German unemployment rose for the 11th consecutive month in December - making the year's average jobless total the highest since reuni... | business | [" German unemployment rose for the 11th consecutive month in December - making the year's average jobless total the highest since reunification.", ' The seasonally adjusted jobless total rose a higher than expected 17,000 to 4.483 million, the Bundesbank said.', 'Allowing for changes in calculating statistics, the av... | [[-0.5644243 -0.5331149 0.22921859 ... -0.21941745 0.46327496
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Venezuelan authorities have identified more than 500 farms, including 56 large estates, as idle as it continues with its controversial land reform policy.
Under a 2001 land law, the government can tax or seize unused farm sites. A further 40,000 farms are yet to be inspected, the state's National Land Institute has t... | Land owners claim the National Land Institute has made mistakes in classifying lands as public or private.Under a 2001 land law, the government can tax or seize unused farm sites.In a statement, Mr Rangel said the land reform is not against the constitution, which permits private property, while stressing the efforts a... | business | [' Venezuelan authorities have identified more than 500 farms, including 56 large estates, as idle as it continues with its controversial land reform policy.', ' Under a 2001 land law, the government can tax or seize unused farm sites.', "A further 40,000 farms are yet to be inspected, the state's National Land Instit... | [[-0.2562067 -1.0074891 0.20002444 ... -0.26931313 0.4488437
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The Egyptian government is reportedly planning to privatise one of the country's big public banks.
An Investment Ministry official has told the Reuters news agency that the Bank of Alexandria will be sold sometime in 2005. The move is seen as evidence of a new commitment by the government to reduce the size of public... | It had been expected one of the smallest of the four big public banks - Bank of Alexandria or Banque du Caire - would be sold first.Nevertheless, the Egyptian government has spoken for years about privatising one of the big four state banks - Banque Misr, National Bank of Egypt, Banque du Caire and Bank of Alexandria.A... | business | [" The Egyptian government is reportedly planning to privatise one of the country's big public banks.", ' An Investment Ministry official has told the Reuters news agency that the Bank of Alexandria will be sold sometime in 2005.', 'The move is seen as evidence of a new commitment by the government to reduce the size ... | [[-0.08320952 -0.7175081 0.54387695 ... -0.19223413 0.69987416
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The world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart, has agreed to pay a total of $14.5m (£7.74m) to settle a lawsuit over gun sales violations in California.
The lawsuit alleged Wal-Mart committed thousands of gun sales violations in California between 2000 and 2003. The total payment includes $5m in fines and more than $4m to f... | "Although Wal-Mart has suspended gun sales in California, this settlement will ensure that it follows state law if it renews sales and will also provide valuable public education about the importance of gun safety."The world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart, has agreed to pay a total of $14.5m (£7.74m) to settle a lawsuit ... | business | [" The world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart, has agreed to pay a total of $14.5m (£7.74m) to settle a lawsuit over gun sales violations in California.", ' The lawsuit alleged Wal-Mart committed thousands of gun sales violations in California between 2000 and 2003.', 'The total payment includes $5m in fines and more than... | [[ 0.01775171 -0.34543484 0.15909925 ... 0.14459768 0.59367585
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Russian oil and gas company Yukos is due in a US court on Thursday as it continues to fight for its survival.
The firm is in the process of being broken up by Russian authorities in order to pay a $27bn (£14bn) tax bill. Yukos filed for bankruptcy in the US, hoping to use international business law to halt the forced... | Russian oil and gas company Yukos is due in a US court on Thursday as it continues to fight for its survival.Deutsche Bank, which is also an advisor to Gazprom, has called on the US court to overturn its decision to provide Yukos with bankruptcy protection.Russian President Vladimir Putin and the country's legal author... | business | [' Russian oil and gas company Yukos is due in a US court on Thursday as it continues to fight for its survival.', ' The firm is in the process of being broken up by Russian authorities in order to pay a $27bn (£14bn) tax bill.', 'Yukos filed for bankruptcy in the US, hoping to use international business law to halt t... | [[-0.29672238 -0.36126313 0.5826947 ... -0.07834169 0.38401568
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Bosses of Deutsche Boerse and the London Stock Exchange are to meet amid talk that a takeover bid for the LSE will be raised to £1.5bn ($2.9bn).
Last month, the German exchange tabled a 530 pence-per-share offer for LSE, valuing it at £1.3bn. Paris-based Euronext, owner of Liffe in London, has also said it is interes... | Bosses of Deutsche Boerse and the London Stock Exchange are to meet amid talk that a takeover bid for the LSE will be raised to £1.5bn ($2.9bn).The LSE rejected Deutsche Boerse's proposed £1.3bn offer in December, saying it undervalued the business.Last month, the German exchange tabled a 530 pence-per-share offer for ... | business | [' Bosses of Deutsche Boerse and the London Stock Exchange are to meet amid talk that a takeover bid for the LSE will be raised to £1.5bn ($2.9bn).', ' Last month, the German exchange tabled a 530 pence-per-share offer for LSE, valuing it at £1.3bn.', 'Paris-based Euronext, owner of Liffe in London, has also said it i... | [[-0.26473874 -0.25617373 0.65320754 ... 0.14805198 0.42423663
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Laura Ashley is parting company with its chief executive Ainum Mohd-Saaid.
The clothing and home furnishing retailer said Ms Mohd-Saaid had resigned for personal reasons. Her departure will come into effect on 1 February and follows the departure of co-chief executive Rebecca Navarednam on 1 January. Ms Mohd-Saaid is... | Laura Ashley is parting company with its chief executive Ainum Mohd-Saaid.In a statement issued on Thursday, Laura Ashley thanked Ms Mohd-Saaid for her services to the company.Ms Mohd-Saaid is to be replaced by Lillian Tan, presently a non-executive director of the company and head of a Malaysian retailer."Laura Ashley... | business | [' Laura Ashley is parting company with its chief executive Ainum Mohd-Saaid.', ' The clothing and home furnishing retailer said Ms Mohd-Saaid had resigned for personal reasons.', 'Her departure will come into effect on 1 February and follows the departure of co-chief executive Rebecca Navarednam on 1 January.', 'Ms M... | [[-0.8596153 -0.14893669 0.21004546 ... -0.27400002 0.73260134
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A union representing 5,200 flight attendants at bankrupt US Airways have agreed to a new contract that cuts pay by nearly 10%.
The deal will help the carrier, trying to survive by cutting costs by nearly $1bn (£530m) a year, save about $94m. More than two thirds of its 28,000 staff have now accepted wage cuts. But ta... | The seventh largest carrier in the US sought bankruptcy protection for a second time in two years last September.A union representing 5,200 flight attendants at bankrupt US Airways have agreed to a new contract that cuts pay by nearly 10%.The deal will help the carrier, trying to survive by cutting costs by nearly $1bn... | business | [' A union representing 5,200 flight attendants at bankrupt US Airways have agreed to a new contract that cuts pay by nearly 10%.', ' The deal will help the carrier, trying to survive by cutting costs by nearly $1bn (£530m) a year, save about $94m. More than two thirds of its 28,000 staff have now accepted wage cuts.'... | [[-0.29557326 -0.8761939 0.0523033 ... 0.10006837 0.5329771
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Delta Air Lines is cutting domestic fares by as much as 50% as part of a plan to ensure its financial survival.
Other US carriers, including United, have sought bankruptcy protection, amid high fuel costs and competition from discount carriers. Delta is restructuring in a bid to fight off insolvency. This latest move... | Delta Air Lines is cutting domestic fares by as much as 50% as part of a plan to ensure its financial survival.Airline shares closed lower on the announcement, with Delta, Continental and American Airlines all falling by more than 7%.Delta, which lost $646m in the three months to September, was forced to cut 6,900 jobs... | business | [' Delta Air Lines is cutting domestic fares by as much as 50% as part of a plan to ensure its financial survival.', ' Other US carriers, including United, have sought bankruptcy protection, amid high fuel costs and competition from discount carriers.', 'Delta is restructuring in a bid to fight off insolvency.', 'This... | [[-0.36740538 -0.6847829 -0.3901075 ... 0.16552642 0.2989959
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Industrial and Commercial Bank (ICBC), China's biggest lender, has seen an 18% jump in profits during 2004.
The increase in earnings has allowed the firm to write off bad loans and pave the way for a state bailout and eventual stock-market listing. China is trying to clean up its banking system, which is weighed down... | It has already pumped $45bn (£24bn) into two of its largest banks, and has identified ICBC as a recipient of aid.ICBC's profits were 74.7bn yuan ($9bn; £4.8bn) in 2004, the bank said in a statement.Industrial and Commercial Bank (ICBC), China's biggest lender, has seen an 18% jump in profits during 2004.China is trying... | business | [" Industrial and Commercial Bank (ICBC), China's biggest lender, has seen an 18% jump in profits during 2004.", ' The increase in earnings has allowed the firm to write off bad loans and pave the way for a state bailout and eventual stock-market listing.', 'China is trying to clean up its banking system, which is wei... | [[ 0.08017184 -0.99712265 0.34008485 ... 0.41466147 0.4122178
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Nearly 20% more UK top 250 firms produced non-financial reports on social and environment issues than last year.
But of the 145 companies reporting, 76% didn't examine their supply chains, says the annual Directions survey. Green groups say putting pressure on supply chains is a major way companies can reduce their e... | Less than a quarter of companies (24%) get their corporate social responsibility (CSR) reports independently verified to provide assurances they are accurate and complete, says the survey.The UK government will soon require all quoted companies to report their social and environmental risks in a chapter in their annual... | business | [' Nearly 20% more UK top 250 firms produced non-financial reports on social and environment issues than last year.', " But of the 145 companies reporting, 76% didn't examine their supply chains, says the annual Directions survey.", 'Green groups say putting pressure on supply chains is a major way companies can reduc... | [[-0.09418488 -1.2560215 0.9173515 ... 0.15470263 0.05982553
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Sri Lanka faces a $1.3bn (£691m) bill in 2005 for reconstruction after the tsunami which killed more than 30,000 of its people, its central bank says.
This estimate is preliminary, bank governor Sunil Mendis told reporters, and could rise in 2006. The island state is asking for about $320m from the International Mone... | Sri Lanka faces a $1.3bn (£691m) bill in 2005 for reconstruction after the tsunami which killed more than 30,000 of its people, its central bank says.A full reckoning of the economic cost to Sri Lanka of the tsunami will not be clear for some time to come.According to Mr Mendis, half the IMF support could come from a f... | business | [' Sri Lanka faces a $1.3bn (£691m) bill in 2005 for reconstruction after the tsunami which killed more than 30,000 of its people, its central bank says.', ' This estimate is preliminary, bank governor Sunil Mendis told reporters, and could rise in 2006.', 'The island state is asking for about $320m from the Internati... | [[ 0.14450422 -0.9104505 0.731202 ... 0.28727096 0.7488759
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India's biggest oil exploration firm, Oil & Natural Gas Corp (ONGC), says it is in talks to buy the former assets of troubled Russian crude producer Yukos.
"We are in touch with the concerned Russian entities about the Yukos assets and other opportunities in Russia," said ONGC chairman Subir Raha. Local press had rep... | State-owned Rosneft now owns Yugansk and Russia has said it will turn the oil producer into a stand-alone firm.India's biggest oil exploration firm, Oil & Natural Gas Corp (ONGC), says it is in talks to buy the former assets of troubled Russian crude producer Yukos.Local press had reported that ONGC was looking to buy ... | business | [" India's biggest oil exploration firm, Oil & Natural Gas Corp (ONGC), says it is in talks to buy the former assets of troubled Russian crude producer Yukos.", ' "We are in touch with the concerned Russian entities about the Yukos assets and other opportunities in Russia," said ONGC chairman Subir Raha.', "Local pres... | [[-0.5541185 -0.6195152 0.25880346 ... -0.03776494 0.8839688
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The US agrochemical giant Monsanto has agreed to pay a $1.5m (£799,000) fine for bribing an Indonesian official.
Monsanto admitted one of its employees paid the senior official two years ago in a bid to avoid environmental impact studies being conducted on its cotton. In addition to the penalty, Monsanto also agreed ... | Monsanto also has admitted to paying bribes to a number of other high-ranking officials between 1997 and 2002.A former senior manager at Monsanto directed an Indonesian consulting firm to give a $50,000 bribe to a high-level official in Indonesia's environment ministry in 2002.The US agrochemical giant Monsanto has agr... | business | [' The US agrochemical giant Monsanto has agreed to pay a $1.5m (£799,000) fine for bribing an Indonesian official.', ' Monsanto admitted one of its employees paid the senior official two years ago in a bid to avoid environmental impact studies being conducted on its cotton.', "In addition to the penalty, Monsanto als... | [[-0.9651855 -0.39053127 -0.5012348 ... 0.3635768 1.0845938
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