MercoPress. South Atlantic News Agency
Stories for November 4th 2010
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Thursday, November 4th 2010 - 05:25 UTC
Obama admits voters’ frustration sends conciliatory message to Republicans
President Barack Obama said he believes US voters are feeling frustrated with the pace of economic recovery, after mid-term poll losses. The Republicans captured 60 seats to take control of the House of Representatives. The Democrats clung on to the Senate despite losing seats.
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Thursday, November 4th 2010 - 05:23 UTC
Brazil warns more Fed liquidity could lead to protectionist policies
Brazil said on Wednesday it was worried by the US Federal Reserve's plan to buy billions more dollars in bonds, saying the US policy of easy money could lead countries to enact protectionist policies.
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Thursday, November 4th 2010 - 05:22 UTC
Argentine congress holds special sessions in memory of ex President Kirchner
The Argentine Congress held Wednesday evening special sessions in memory of former deputy, Justicialist Party leader, and Union of South American Nations Secretary-General, Néstor Kirchner.
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Thursday, November 4th 2010 - 02:09 UTC
Colombia takes measures to stem appreciation of the local currency
Colombia’s government and central bank announced new measures to stem a rally in the peso after President Juan Manuel Santos expressed concern its appreciation is hurting exporters and job growth.
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Thursday, November 4th 2010 - 02:08 UTC
China set to grow 10% this year, but risks of property bubble warns World Bank
The World Bank has raised its growth forecasts for the Chinese economy. However the bank warns of risks from the surging property market and bank lending.
