Reuters - The dollar was on the defensive and Japanese stocks fell after weak U.S. jobless claims figures heightened worries that Friday%27s payroll data could paint a bleak picture of the U.S. economic recovery.

Reuters - China may need to replace more than half of its housing stock in the next 20 years, a researcher at the housing ministry said in remarks published on Friday.

Reuters - It is too early to declare victory over the financial crisis despite stronger than expected data suggesting the euro zone recovery is outstripping expectations, the European Central Bank said on Thursday.

Reuters - The Federal Reserve on Tuesday may send a clear signal it is prepared to print more money to support a faltering economic recovery if necessary.

Reuters - Republican Party officials said on Thursday historical trends favor them in November 2 congressional elections and that more races are competitive than they expected in a year when voters are focused on economic worries.

Reuters - Stocks fell on Friday after government data showed a larger-than-expected drop in July payrolls, giving investors a stark reminder the economic recovery remains slow.