The United States Federal Reserve's preferred inflation guide grew less than expected in July, increasing the possibility of a cut in US interest rates next month.
A United Nations climate change conference, preparing the way for a major December summit in Bali, wrapped up in Vienna Friday, with countries reaching agreement that a global approach is crucial in tackling the issue.
Latinamerican markets reacted positively on Friday to comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke. In Brazil, the benchmark Bovespa stocks index rose 3.41% in intraday trading, tracking strong gains on Wall Street.
Annual sales of organic products have hit a record £2 billion - but home-grown supplies are struggling to meet growing demand.