Stock futures off on economy concerns, dip buying seen (Reuters)

Reuters – Stock index futures eased on Monday after data showing a decline in European private sector activity last month and a lower target for China growth gave investors reason to pause. Yahoo! News: Business News
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Big Bet On Bricks and Mortar: Westfield Deal Seen Raising Value of U.S. Mall REITs

The Westfield Group has formed a $ 4.8 billion joint venture on 12 regional shopping malls in the United States with the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB.) The deal is the largest real estate investment made by the institutional investor, and a big bet on the future health
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Wall Street gains on banks, pullback seen (Reuters)

Reuters – U.S. stocks rose on Thursday, putting the S&P on track for its third straight advance after earnings from Bank of America and Morgan Stanley lifted financials and strong demand at European bond auctions eased concerns over Europe. Yahoo! News: Business News
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