Germany loses export crown to China
With Germany suffering its worst recession since World War II, booming exports in China have given the Asian economy the global edge. But Europe’s largest economy is showing signs of improvement.
Euro bounces back against dollar
The euro strengthens against the pound and the dollar ahead of a meeting of EU leaders later this week.
Greece to face economic scrutiny
The European Commission backs Greek plans to cut its soaring budget deficit, but says progress must be stringently monitored.
Eurozone unemployment rate at 10%
Unemployment in the eurozone hit 10% in December for the first time since the single currency was introduced, figures show.
'Worst year for airlines' in 2009
The year 2009 saw the biggest decline in air passenger traffic in the post-war era, says airline industry body Iata.
IMF upbeat on world economy
The International Monetary Fund raises its projection for how much the global economy will grow in 2010.
UK economy out of recession
The UK economy leaves recession, after figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in the last three months of 2009.
Barclays bank to 'defer bonuses'
Barclays Bank is to defer paying bonuses earned this year to its directors and senior staff for up to three years.
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