THE dollar opened stronger today as it was revealed overnight US economic growth at the start of 2007 was its weakest in more than four years.

EUROPEAN stock exchanges posted solid gains overnight on US economic data judged to be positive by investors.

US stocks closed mixed as traders digested data on first-quarter economic growth showing a sharper-than-expected slowdown but encouraging signs of a rebound.

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THE Australian dollar was stronger at noon as the release of domestic economic data initially gave the local currency a boost.

PUBLISHING and Broadcasting Ltd says it has entered into an agreement to form a joint venture to develop, construct and operate a new casino in Las Vegas.

AUSTRALIAN stocks were higher at noon, boosted by the key resources and banking sectors, with others following suit.

ECONOMIC data suggests the economy is in solid shape with exports growing and business investment surging, while demand for credit remains reasonable.

MEXICAN cement maker Cemex now has 37.79 per cent of Rinker Ltd shares after extending the deadline for its $17.03 billion takeover by a fortnight.

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