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Shooter Hoang Xuan Vinh narrowly misses Olympic medal

August 06, 2012 | 16:23

Vietnam’s shooter Hoang Xuan Vinh achieved fourth place yesterday in the final round competition of the 50m pistol event at the London Olympics.

VN enterprises, consumers more optimistic in future prospects: surveys

August 02, 2012 | 18:14

Vietnamese enterprises and consumers are becoming more optimistic in future prospects than their regional peers, according to the latest survey of two international consulting firms.

European stocks drop at open on Greece concerns

May 14, 2012 | 16:23

European stock markets fell in opening trade on Monday, rattled by ongoing political uncertainty in Greece.

European stocks rebound

May 11, 2012 | 14:18

European stocks rebounded Thursday as Greece made another attempt to form a pro-bailout government while Spanish shares soared after Madrid stepped in to support the banking sector by nationalising a top lender.

Asian markets dive on Europe election results

May 07, 2012 | 16:51

Asian markets have slumped after voters in France and Greece voted out their ruling parties in a backlash against austerity measures aimed at battling the eurozone crisis.

Asia shares lower ahead of US jobs data

May 05, 2012 | 08:22

Asian shares mostly slipped in nervous trade on Friday ahead of closely watched US jobs figures later in the day, at the end of a week that has provided mixed signals on the global economy.

Asian markets slip as European debt in focus

April 21, 2012 | 08:27

Asian markets came under pressure on Friday as a successful bond auction in Spain failed to raise spirits while weak US economic data also added to the general sense of pessimism.

European stocks tumble on slowdown and debt worries

April 14, 2012 | 08:53

European stocks tumbled on Friday as investors reacted to eurozone debt tension, unexpectedly weak Chinese economic growth and US consumer confidence with renewed fears of a slowdown.

Asian shares fall on US jobs data, China inflation

April 10, 2012 | 08:39

Asian markets edged lower in limited holiday trade Monday after weaker-than-expected US jobs data hit market sentiment while rising inflation in China also weighed on investors.

European stocks retreat on eurozone, China concerns

March 23, 2012 | 08:44

Europe stocks and the euro slid on Thursday following unexpectedly weak eurozone economic data and after disappointing Chinese figures, analysts said.

Blue-chips thrown to the floor

March 16, 2012 | 16:34

Blue-chips were suddenly sold out on Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE) within just 15 minutes of the session’s end, sharply dragging down the market.

Market rallies on news of interest rate cut

March 12, 2012 | 18:00

The market recovered slightly at the end of today’s session amidst strong selling pressure, helped by an official announcement of interest rates reduction.

Market erupts in positive fashion

March 05, 2012 | 17:00

Stock market exploded Monday, after the prime minister approved new regulations regarding the securities industry development.

Messi ban adds to Barca pressure

March 03, 2012 | 15:38

Barcelona must live without the inspirational presence of Lionel Messi when they tackle Sporting Gijon on Saturday as the Argentine superstar serves his first La Liga suspension.