More work needed yet on elusive Greek bailout deal
ATHENS (Reuters) - European leaders expressed optimism on Friday that Greece would secure a new rescue package worth 130 billion euros ($171 billion) though policymakers admitted urgent work was still needed to get its debt-cutting program back on track. Full Article
U.S., EU welcome Iran nuclear letter, suggest talks
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States and European Union expressed cautious optimism on Friday over prospects that Iran may be willing to engage major powers in new talks, but underscored any resumed negotiations must be sustained and focus on the nuclear issue. Full Article
January inflation up, rate pressure muted
OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada's annual inflation rate rose more than expected in January, boosted by higher energy and transportation prices, but the increase is unlikely to spur the Bank of Canada to raise interest rates this year. Full Article
Canada upbeat on Greek resolution next week
OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada's finance minister sounded upbeat that Europe will resolve the Greek debt crisis next week following a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti on Friday. Full Article
