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If policymakers and financial markets outside the Swiss alps are concerned about China's economic outlook, those worries were missing from a panel discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

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China's economy absent from concerns on Davos panel | Davos …

Five Indian states vote starting Saturday in what will be a rare chance to weigh in on a year in politics dominated by a corruption battle, a slowing economy and high inflation.

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Five Indian States Go to Polls

The U.S.

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U.S. Expands, but Concerns Persist

' China is crashing and it is getting much more difficult to hide the fact…'

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China – These reports could show the real state of China's economy

The Dismal Political Economist … This of course is Econ 101 , except that when it requires government intervention then Conservatives abandon logic for ideology. …

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The Dismal Political Economist: Why President Obama Could Lose …

Samsung’s profit rose 17% as its chip business turned more profitable than expected while its smartphone business came under surprising pressure.

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Samsung Profit Rises as Chips Gain

When I hear someone mention China in the midst of a political discussion aimed at understanding our future economic path, I shake my head. ..

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Two words for delusional China bulls: 'PER CAPITA.' | Forex Blog …

This in turn means that China's economy could become bigger even sooner than previously thought.

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The Rebeller: China's Economy may Surpass US Before 2020

Australian Prime Minister Gillard was rescued from a group of angry protesters brandishing sticks and rocks surrounding a Canberra restaurant.

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Protesters Rush Australian Premier

Slowing growth in China is emerging as a concern in some of this quarter's earnings reports from U.S.

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China slowdown making multinationals uneasy | Economy | News …