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Markit/CIPS PMI survey for July reveals strident UK construction sector as output spikes sharply

NIESR lifts UK growth forecasts for 2013 and 2014 on prospect of consumer spending bounce.

The US economy is expected to have created 184,000 jobs in July.

July's Markit/CIPS manufacturing sector PMI reading beats expectations, coming in at 54.6.

Shell also hit by impairments to Italian business and liquids-rich shale properties in North America.

US Federal Reserve to continue buying $85bn worth of bonds every month.

Brazil and 10 small nations in Central and South America and the Caribbean refuse to support bankrolling Greece.

ACCA/IMA Global Economic Conditions Survey shows business confidence rising in UK and beyond.

India's GDP growth forecast lowered to 5.5%, from 5.7% earlier.

Job creation by startups at same levels as before financial crisis.

Daniel Stewart's chief economist guides us through the week ahead for central bank meetings and economic data

Designers from South and Central America presented an awe-inspiring collection at the recently concluded Colombiamoda 2013, the 24th edition of Colombia Fashion Show in Colombia.

Major restructuring of traditional industries threatens jobs but service sector expected to step in.

Private industry returned to growth in July for the first time in 18 months

GDP expands 0.6% in second quarter as Chancellor says Britain on the mend.

Country’s jobless rate declined to 26.3% from 27.2% in the first quarter on strong tourist season.

British Land buys up Paddington estate with development potential as confidence builds in economy.

Japan's trade balance shows deficit with export climbing 7.4% owing to weaken yen.

China's manufacturing declines again to reach 11-month low on back of significant drop in new orders.

Duchess of Cambridge's new arrival tipped to increase UK economic growth as US home sales data fuels markets

China's assurance that it will not let growth drop below 7% encourages markets.

A well-regulated financial services sector could boost economic growth by 2-3% by 2020, says PwC

Rising electricity consumption, including by services sector, to drive Chinese economy

Cypriot government tries to draw long-term investors back with income tax exemption.

Recent economic growth and government deficit reduction have lowered debt-to-GDP ratio, according to Moody's.

IMF says chancellor risks viability of austerity unless he boosts growth by bringing capital investment plans forward.

Health and social costs will rise beyond reach without extra six million working-age foreigners by mid-century.

Heathrow bosses unveil third runway plans submitted to Airports Commission

Bank of England minutes show monetary policymakers back new governor's forward guidance on holding rates at 0.5%

ONS shows spike in UK CPI inflation although data comes in lower than forecasts