Business&News: Before the Bell: Futures lower after China move on inflation

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FRI 19 Nov 2010

Futures lower after China move on inflation

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China raises required reserves as inflation fight intensifies

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Futures lower after China move on inflation

November 19, 2010 07:36 AM ET

NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures were lower on Friday after China's central bank took steps to battle inflation.

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Ireland aid plan next week as contagion fears persist

November 19, 2010 07:44 AM ET

BRUSSELS/DUBLIN (Reuters) - A financial aid plan to help Ireland cope with its battered banks will be unveiled next week, EU sources said on Friday, but experts warned a rescue may not be enough to prevent contagion in the single currency bloc.

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Dell's margins blow by Street and shares rise

November 18, 2010 07:09 PM ET

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Dell Inc raised its yearly income forecast after third-quarter margins and earnings smashed expectations, helped by sliding costs of PC components and propelling its shares 4.8 percent higher.

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China raises required reserves as inflation fight intensifies

November 19, 2010 07:42 AM ET

BEIJING (Reuters) - China ordered lenders on Friday to lock up more of their money with the central bank for the second time in two weeks, stepping up its battle to pull excess cash out of the economy before inflation has a chance to take off.