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With Yuan Move, China Takes U-Turn Devaluation comes as officials worry economy is slumping faster than Beijing anticipated By Lingling...

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Getting Technical Dow ‘Death Cross’ Stirs Anxiety in Fragile Market Despite Wednesday’s recovery in the market, the Dow’s “death cros...

EGYPT REVIVES SUEZ DREAM AMID GLOBAL TRADE SLUMP AND ESCALATING INSURGENCY / THE TELEGRAPH

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CHINA´S SECRET GOLD HOARDING STRATEGY / SAFE HAVEN

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THE PROMISE AND PERIL OF MACROPRUDENTIAL POLICY / PROJECT SYNDICATE

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CONFRONTATION WITH IRAN IS INEVITABLE / THE WALL STREET JOURNAL COMMENTARY

Confrontation With Iran Is Inevitable Delay only ensures that Iran will be stronger, richer and bolder when the moment comes. By José M...