International Economic
US jobless claims rise more than expected
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rose more than expected last week, according to figures from the Labor Department.
Riksbank pushes out expected date of first rate hike
Sweden's central bank became the latest central bank to shift towards a more 'dovish' policy bias on Thursday.
Belt and Road: China showcases initiative to world leaders and addresses worries
The Chinese government is set to present its Belt and Road trade initiative to world leaders at a gathering in Beijing starting on Thursday.
US March durable goods orders may signal end of manufacturing downturn
Orders for goods made to last more than three years jumped last month, amid widespread increases in those for transportation equipment.
Joe Biden launches 2020 Presidential campaign
Former US Vice President Joe Biden on Thursday announced his third bid for the Democratic nomination to run for President in a video in which he criticised President Trump and stated that "everything that has made America America, is at stake".
Analysts label Central Bank of Turkey's 'dovish' turn 'complacent', lira drops
Rate-setters in Ankara stopped holding out the possibility of further interest rate hikes, sending the Turkish lira sharply lower.