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Retail sales in the eurozone fell more than expected in May, a further sign of the slowing economy, data shows.

A rogue trader at a London-based oil brokerage causes his employer to lose $10m (£6m) after making unauthorised trades.

The UK construction sector is expected to shrink by 16% in 2009, according to an industry body.


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FTSE 100
4236.28up
2.01 0.05%
Dax
4708.21down
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3.10 0.10%
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8280.74down
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-49.20 -2.67%
BBC Global 30
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