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Russia central bank eases some curbs on transferring money abroad

Western sanctions imposed on Russia have limited the central bank's ability to support the rouble.

Gold flat ahead of US data as firmer dollar counters safe-haven demand

Spot gold stood its ground at $1,937.55 per ounce, as of 0425 GMT, but was on course to end the week more than 1% lower. U.S. gold futures fell 0.5% to $1,944.20.

Putin ally Medvedev says Russia could limit farm supplies to 'friends'

The European Union and Ukraine are Russia's main competitors in the wheat trade.

Dollar edges higher ahead of payrolls, resumes climb versus yen

The U.S. currency also garnered support due to its status as a pre-eminent safe haven, with peace talks between Russia and Ukraine stumbling, though they are set to resume later on Friday.

India's electricity output in March grows at fastest pace in 3 months

India's electricity generation rose 5.99% in March from the corresponding period last year, for its fastest pace of growth in three months, government data showed.

Toshiba hope for private equity interest in buying firm, shares jump

Bain has sounded out multiple other Toshiba shareholders about teaming up as it prepares to make a buyout offer.

Toshiba hope for private equity interest in buying firm, shares jump

Bain has sounded out multiple other Toshiba shareholders about teaming up as it prepares to make a buyout offer.

Toshiba hope for private equity interest in buying firm, shares jump

Bain has sounded out multiple other Toshiba shareholders about teaming up as it prepares to make a buyout offer.

US employment gains expected in March; jobless rate seen falling to 3.7%

The Fed last month raised its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, the first hike in more than three years.

IEA plans to hold emergency meeting to tackle soaring oil prices

Consumers are seeking ways to ease the impact of global oil prices, which have soared more than 30% this year.

Asian shares slip on gloomy outlook as Ukraine, recession risks weigh

On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin struck back at Western sanctions on Moscow, threatening to halt contracts supplying Europe with a third of its gas unless they are paid in roubles.

Curfew in Sri Lanka after inflation protesters gather at President's home

The island of 22 million people is experiencing rolling blackouts for up to 13 hours a day because the government does not have enough foreign exchange for fuel imports.

Brussels to Delhi: US officials circle globe to keep pressure on Putin

Diplomatic effort comes as the initial impact of sanctions on Russian banks, oligarchs and companies begins to wear off somewhat.

China's March factory activity contracts at sharpest rate in 2 yrs: Survey

The Caixin/Markit Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 48.1 in March, indicating the steepest rate of contraction since February 2020, from 50.4 in the previous month.

Asia's factory activity slows as Ukraine crisis, inflation bite

China's factory activity slumped at the fastest pace in two years in March, a private sector purchasing managers' index (PMI) showed on Friday

Oil seesaws ahead of consumer nations' meeting on stocks release

U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures dipped 6 cents to $100.22 a barrel at 0057 GMT after trading as high as $101.75. The contract slumped 7% on Thursday.

Ukraine negotiations to resume, Putin gives Europe gas payment ultimatum

Europe's biggest recipient of Russian gas, Germany, rejects Putin's demand as 'blackmail'.

RBI focused on growth, likely to keep rates unchanged on April 8: Analysts

Economists expect the RBI to raise its retail-inflation projection for the fiscal year starting on Friday by 50 to 80 basis points from 4.5%.

Biden spurs record emergency oil release in 'moment of peril' for world

Biden's 180 million-barrel release is equivalent to about two days of global demand, and marks the third time Washington has tapped the SPR in the past six months.

US, European stock markets suffer worst quarter since pandemic

Quarter-end portfolio rebalancing boosted demand for bonds and held down yields