Global economy

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Individual economies are increasingly intertwined, with events in one shaping those in a host of others. No investor can afford to ignore global economic trends as they affect individual countries and investments.

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US and China square up for a trade war

(19 March 10)

The ongoing spat between Washington and Beijing over the level of China's currency intensified after 130 US congressmen urged Barack Obama to brand China a "currency manipulator".

There's worse to come for banks

(19 March 10)

Over two years after the credit crunch began, the IMF sees more trouble ahead for the financial sector.

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A slump in China is inevitable - here's how to protect yourself

(12 March 10)

Many people think China is striking an expert balance between inflation and growth. But they're wrong. China is ultimately headed for a fall. That may not be disastrous for China, but it's very bad news for the rest of the world. John Stepek explains why, and what you can do about it.

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