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Economy shrank more than thought The UK economy shrank by 0.3% in the first three months of the year, more than previously estimated, revised figures show.
Eurozone downturn 'accelerating' Activity at European businesses hits a near three-year low in May, according to the survey of purchasing managers by Markit.
US factory activity slows in May US manufacturing growth slowed in May, a survey indicates, while orders for long-lasting factory goods fall.
Chinese manufacturing 'declines' China's manufacturing activity contracted in May, a survey shows, indicating that the rate of growth in the economy is continuing to slow.
China seeks economic growth boost China says it will take measures to boost demand and sustain growth amid fears of a slowdown in its economy.
Free banking 'a dangerous myth' Free banking is a "dangerous myth", according to Andrew Bailey, who is due to become the chief regulator of the financial services industry.
Rinehart 'world's richest woman' Australia's mining magnate Gina Rinehart has become the world's richest woman with assets of $28bn, a respected business magazine says.
MSPs pass Scots booze price plan Scotland will become the first place in the UK to introduce minimum drink pricing, after MSPs passed the plan at parliament.
Solar feed-in tariff cut delayed The government delays the reduction in the subsidies on offer to homeowners who install solar panels to generate electricity.
EU 'wants Greece in the eurozone' EU leaders express support for keeping Greece in the eurozone while demanding that it stick with tough budget discipline.
Bank eyed case for more stimulus Bank of England policymakers voted by 8-1 this month against pumping more money into the economy, but the decision was "finely balanced" for some.
Big fall in April UK retail sales UK retail sales volumes fell sharply in April largely because of a record fall in petrol sales, according to official figures.
East Asia 'at risk' from eurozone The eurozone debt crisis could have a negative impact on growth of East Asian economies, the World Bank warns in its latest report.
India rupee falls to historic low The Indian rupee continues its downward slide of the past few days and hits an all-time low against the dollar.
Japan exports lower than forecast Japan's exports rise less-than-forecast in April hurt by a drop in shipments to China and Western Europe.
Euro 'threat' to global outlook A weak eurozone is the single biggest threat to the global economy, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
Japan downgraded on debt concerns Japan's credit rating is downgraded by two levels by credit rating agency Fitch on concerns about the country's high levels of debt.
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