Commodities
UK govt considers air duty cut to save Flybe
UK government officials were set to meet on Tuesday in an attempt to save regional air carrier Flybe from collapse with a potential cut in flying taxes on the table.
US CPI rate unchanged in December, as expected
The cost of living in the US rose as expected last month despite sharp increases in prices for medical care commodities and services, thus eliciting scant reaction from economists.
Johnson says he would back 'Trump deal' to replace 2015 Iran nuclear accord
Britain's Prime Minister said that he would support a deal negotiated by Trump to replace the 2015 nuclear accord.
US small business optimism deteriorates more than expected
Small business sentiment in the US deteriorated more than expected in in December, according to the latest survey form the National Federation of Independent Business.
China reports surge in exports ahead of crucial trade deal
China’s exports grew for the first time in five months in December, official data showed on Tuesday, comfortably beating expectations.
US takes China off currency manipulators list
The US government dropped its designation of China as a currency manipulator as both sides moved towards a trade deal.