International News
Netflix snaps up works of Roald Dahl
Netflix has secured the rights to the work of children’s favourite Roald Dahl, author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and the Big Friendly Giant.
US open: Stocks trade higher ahead of FOMC decision
Wall Street trading got off to a positive start on Wednesday as market participants await this evening's Federal Reserve interest rate decision with bated breath.
Europe close: Shares close in bullish mood ahead of Fed meeting
European stocks closed in bullish mood on Wednesday ahead worries over Asian property developer China Evergrande abated slightly and investors turned their attention to the latest policy announcement from the US Federal Reserve due later in the day.
Ifo Institute cuts German growth forecasts
The ifo Institute has slashed its economic growth forecasts for Germany after a hoped-for summer recovery failed to emerge.
US pre-open: Futures in the green ahead of FOMC meeting outcome
Wall Street futures were pointing to a positive open ahead of the bell on Wednesday as market participants await this evening's Federal Reserve interest rate decision with bated breath.
Debt-laden Evergrande strikes deal with bondholders
China’s troubled Evergrande Group has eased immediate fears it is facing imminent default after negotiating a deal with bondholders.