
Greek debt drama is ‘theater,’ but stakes are high
The drama surrounding Greece’s efforts to drum up support is just “theater,” according to one analyst, who warned that Europe needs to wake up.

Will Putin take the bait during peace talks?
Efforts to establish a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine after weeks of heightened violence are to be stepped up a gear Friday.

This is setting up for a rally, expert says
One pro is watching carefully for a sell signal because he has his eye elsewhere.

What experts are expecting to find in jobs report
U.S. job growth likely remained firm in January, supporting views that consumers will carry the economy through tough times.

Siemens to cut 7,800 jobs in restructuring
Siemens plans to cut 7,800 jobs worldwide, or about 2 percent of its workforce, to complete a wide-ranging restructuring of the company.

Inflation’s back? CNBC revives ECB euro sign!
Horrified that the ECB didn’t take its famous euro sign with it to its new headquarters, CNBC decided to take action.

German, French leaders take peace plan to Moscow
The leaders of Germany and France announced a new peace plan for Ukraine on Thursday, flying to Kiev with a proposal they would then take on to Moscow.

Takata’s results were bad and its stock…bounces
A massive recall scandal forced Takata to cut its profit outlook, but shares bounced on Friday.

This is Switzerland’s biggest IPO since 2006
Libor Voncina, CEO of Sunrise Communications, discusses why the company decided to float on the Swiss Stock Exchange and how investors reacted.

Greece asks Lazard to help sort out debt impasse
The Greek government has taken a first step toward restructuring its debt pile, The FT reports.