JOLT Act set to boost U.S. overseas property market

The tourism and overseas property market in the US is expected to improve with a new act that has been introduced into the US Senate.

Japan state intention to go it alone

The Japanese Finance Minister caused a bit of a stir this week when he suggested the country would be willing to risk friction with the United States by taking steps to deliberately weaken the yen if necessary.

What now for the North Korean economy?

Following the death of North Korean head of state, Kim Jong-il, the economy could take a different turn of the next year.

UK investors quick to realise potential of Turkish property

New statistics suggest that Property investors from Britain are continuing to display a particular interest in Turkish property.

IMF issues upbeat bulletin for Hong Kong

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) have issued a notably bullish prediction about the financial future for Hong Kong, suggesting the economy within the country could grow by up to 5.75% for 2011.

Policy shift could help Chinese economy grow further

The Shanghai Stock Exchange took a major step towards expansion today by announcing that it is willing to allow foreign issuers to sell stock.

Osborne delivers damning verdict on French finances

British Chancellor George Osborne has raised further fears that France could be the next big economy to tumble in the ongoing Euro-zone crisis, comparing the country to Italy, Greece and Portugal.

Merkel calls for Italy to address debt issues

Italy’s role in the current Euro-zone crisis has become ominously more prominent in recent days.

Ruling party pledge continued economic growth in Guyana

The people’s progressive party, the ruling administration within Guyana, have pledged to base their re-election campaign around the idea of maintaining a sustainable and healthy economy.

Palestine raises eyebrows with their request to join the UN

Mahmoud Abbas, the Palestinian President, has made an official request to join the United Nations

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