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Stocks End Off Lows; S&P 500 and Nasdaq Log Worst Week in 2013

What Investors Should Know in Asia

  • Why Cyprus (Probably) Can't Happen in the US Thursday, 28 Mar 2013 | 1:57 PM ET

    One of the reasons why the crisis in Cyprus has had limited market effects is that it would be unlikely to be repeated in the US.

  • A day after the Philippines got its first investment grade rating from Fitch, the Southeast Asian country's central bank governor told CNBC the upgrade was a "seal of good housekeeping."

  • Ssshh! Why Japan Is Keeping Quiet on the Yen Wednesday, 27 Mar 2013 | 1:19 AM ET

    After talking their currency down 20 percent over the past four months, Japanese policymakers have suddenly gone silent as the yen halts its dramatic fall. Why?

  • Even Another Cyprus-Style Crisis Can't Save Gold Wednesday, 27 Mar 2013 | 10:20 PM ET

    Since the bailout deal was reached on Cyprus, the gold price has fallen. The decline suggests that gold is really in a weak position right now. I think the price is likely to fall further. Here's why.

  • Nikkei Gains: You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet Wednesday, 27 Mar 2013 | 2:38 AM ET

    The bumper run in Japanese equities is just getting started, according to investment strategists, who expect larger gains ahead.

  • Singapore Economy Risks Another Contraction Tuesday, 26 Mar 2013 | 11:44 PM ET

    The outlook for the wealthy island nation of Singapore is turning increasingly grim with a recent mix of downbeat economic indicators pointing to a contraction for the economy in the current quarter.

  • Worried About US? Hey, It Sure Beats Other Places Wednesday, 27 Mar 2013 | 2:57 PM ET

    Despite its own significant problems, the U.S. has managed one claim through a time of heightened global crisis: It's not as bad as the rest of the world.

  • Are Aussie Stocks Headed for a Correction? Tuesday, 26 Mar 2013 | 11:55 PM ET
    Sydney, Australia.

    The steady rise of the Australian ASX 200 index has slowed and is developing the potential to turn into a downtrend.

  • Sunny Days Still for China Banks Wednesday, 27 Mar 2013 | 4:00 AM ET

    Analysts say the sector remains robust even as China's biggest banks reported their worst annual earnings growth since going public.

  • Two Biggest Misconceptions About Gold Tuesday, 26 Mar 2013 | 5:34 PM ET

    Gold is one of the most widely held financial assets – but that doesn't mean everyone understands why it goes higher or lower.

  • Expect an April Correction: Technician Monday, 25 Mar 2013 | 5:47 PM ET

    The recent run-up in stocks could be reversing soon, Drexel Hamilton's Barry Sine says.

  • World's Most Expensive Penthouse? Tuesday, 26 Mar 2013 | 12:54 PM ET
    One of the designs for a penthouse at the Tour Odeon in Monaco.

    Here's one sign of a global housing recovery: Every month seems to bring a new "world's most expensive" listing or sale. This month's offering is the penthouse of the Tour Odeon in Monaco.

  • Markets Jarred by Mixed Message From Europe Monday, 25 Mar 2013 | 3:14 PM ET
    Dutch Finance Minister Jeroen Dijsselbloem

    Global markets took a roller-coaster ride after a European official's comments sparked fear that the new normal in Europe will be hitting up a bank's own customers in a bailout.

  • Oil's Gains on Cyprus Deal Seen Short-Lived Sunday, 24 Mar 2013 | 12:02 AM ET

    Benchmark oil prices gained early Monday, reflecting a broader "relief rally" in risk assets, after details emerged that Cyprus had struck the basis of a bailout deal with international lenders.

  • Cyprus Bailout a 'Gift' to US Banks: Bove Tuesday, 26 Mar 2013 | 12:24 AM ET

    Bank analyst Dick Bove says the Cyprus bailout is positive for U.S. banks. Here's why.

  • Why It's Important to Keep Cypriot Banks Shut Tuesday, 26 Mar 2013 | 12:55 AM ET
    Bank of Cyprus, also known as Laiki

    The decision to further push back the re-opening of Cypriot banks may be seen as a signal of further uncertainty in the crisis-hit island nation. But analysts tell CNBC that on the contrary, the move will help restore investor confidence.

  • Why the S&P 500 Just Can't Break its Record High Monday, 25 Mar 2013 | 12:07 PM ET

    Call it bad timing or just back to reality, but the Standard & Poor's 500 all-time high has become a significant barrier to stock market gains.

  • Japan Needs Neighbor’s Love, Not Cheap Money Sunday, 24 Mar 2013 | 9:52 PM ET
    Tokyo, Japan

    There is a much simpler and faster way for Japan to stimulate economic growth. Economist Michael Ivanovitch tells you what that is.

  • Cyprus Deal Pop Proves Short-Lived for Euro Monday, 25 Mar 2013 | 5:24 PM ET

    The euro at first welcomed the Cyprus bailout deal, jumping close to half a percent against the US dollar Monday, but later plunged more than 1 percent as investors shifted their gaze to the euro zone's darkening outlook.

  • Euro 'Overpriced,' US Housing Good: Tavistock's Lewis Monday, 25 Mar 2013 | 11:25 AM ET
    Joe Lewis

    Investor Joe Lewis takes a bullish view of housing and the stock market.