Germany's economy ministry has triggered an investigation into whether engineering group Bosch violated an export ban on goods that can be used for both civilian and military purposes, magazine Der Spiegel reported on Friday.

Global bond funds saw money outflows for the tenth consecutive week in the week to March 16, as higher U.S. inflation levels evoked expectations that the Federal Reserve would need to act more aggressively to stem surging prices.

The euro zone's trade balance was in deficit for the third consecutive month in January as surging energy prices led to a sharp increase in the value of imports, even before the Russian invasion of Ukraine prompted further price spikes.

LONDON (Reuters) -The International Energy Agency (IEA) on Friday urged consumers to travel less, share transport and drive more slowly, part of a 10-point plan to cut oil use as Russia's invasion of Ukraine deepens concerns about supply.

Chinese authorities will address the concerns of international investors when finalising new rules for offshore listings, two sources quoted a senior regulatory official as telling a lobby group for foreign financial firms.

The euro zone's trade balance was in deficit for the third consecutive month in January as surging energy prices led to a sharp increase in the value of imports, even before the Russian invasion of Ukraine prompted further price spikes.