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Netflix shares up on strong earnings

Shares in internet TV streaming service Netflix jump over 12% in after-hours trading after the company reports better-than-expected fourth quarter earnings.

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Bosses ‘less optimistic’ on economy

Chief executives are less optimistic about the economy this year than last, a survey unveiled at the World Economic Forum by PwC suggests.

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FTSE lifted by Chinese growth data

The FTSE 100 closes higher after better-than-expected growth data from China reassures investors about the world's second largest economy.

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China's growth slows to 7.4% in 2014

China's economic growth slowed to its weakest in 24 years, expanding 7.4% last year from 7.7% in 2013.

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EU votes to lift Indian mango ban

A ban on mangoes imported from India by the EU is to be lifted after a European Commission vote, but other foodstuffs remain banned.

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Europe's homeowners hit by Swiss franc move

European homeowners hit by Swiss removal of currency cap

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