World shares down on market fears

Economy worries hit world markets
European and US shares fall on more fears over the state of the economy and the prospect of slower Eurozone growth.

German production stalls in June
Industrial output in Germany grew by just 0.2% in June, adding to fears the economy is on the brink of sliding into a recession.

US concerns prompt market falls
World shares tumble on mounting investor concerns about the health of the US economy.

US loses 62,000 jobs during June
US firms cut jobs for a sixth month in June, stoking fears the world's largest economy is heading for a recession.

IBM profits surge despite economy
Computer giant IBM reports a 26% jump in quarterly profit despite fears of a faltering US economy.