Weak retail figures hit US shares US retail sales missed targets in April as consumers reined in spending amid high fuel costs, sending stocks sharply down.
Eurozone growth picking up pace Growth in the 12 nations sharing the single European currency picks up in the first three months of this year.
Supply fears push oil beyond $73 The price of oil tops $73 a barrel, amid fears that refinery maintenance could reduce petrol supply in the US.
Output rises for UK manufacturing The UK's manufacturing sector has seen its biggest output rise in almost a year, says the Office for National Statistics.
Bolivia 'won't pay compensation' Bolivia's President Evo Morales says foreign firms should not expect compensation for energy assets seized by the government.
Algeria to settle Paris Club debt Algeria is to pay back its $8bn debt to the Paris Club group of rich creditor nations, helped by higher energy prices.
EU 'broke trade rules' on GM food The EU acted illegally in blocking imports of genetically modified foods, according to a leaked World Trade Organization ruling.
