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US initial jobless claims unexpectedly rise
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits unexpectedly rose last week, while the monthly average hit its highest level in a year, according to figures from the Labor Department.
US retail sales slide in December, missing forecasts
US retail sales showed a surprise slump in December, the biggest since 2009.
Eurozone economy inches ahead as Germany, Italy falter
The eurozone economy continued to grow in the fourth quarter, official figures out on Thursday showed, albeit marginally.
Chinese exports see surprise return to growth
Chinese exports unexpectedly rebounded in January, returning to growth and beating analyst forecasts, official statistics showed on Thursday.
Germany narrowly avoids recession
Germany narrowly avoided a recession last year as growth in the fourth quarter was flat, according to preliminary data released by Destatis on Thursday.
US and China resume trade talks ahead of looming deadline
US and Chinese officials will resume trade talks on Thursday all through Friday as the 1 March deadline to reach an agreement moves closer.