The FTSE 100 has closed at a seven-month high after US data showing more US people are in work boosted global markets, while Greece announces it is to auction €625m of Treasury bills next week.


Greece on Sunday insisted on extending critical talks on a debt rescue into Monday, as the government's coalition backers denounced pressure from public creditors to pass harsher austerity measures.


Crisis talks on a debt deal for Greece among the three leaders of parties supporting the coalition government were suspended and will continue Monday.


Glencore International Plc debt investors are betting that an $88 billion merger with miner Xstrata Plc would lead to lower borrowing costs.


Dear Debt Adviser: I have two credit cards each at 13.99 percent, totaling $9,100 of debt. I also own my truck outright. It is valued at $11,000. I make $400 in total payments to my credit cards per month. My idea is to sell my truck, pay off the credit cards and buy a used vehicle for around $15,000. This would be lower than what I currently pay to my credit cards. I understand this will ...


A consumer expert answers readers' questions about debts


Much of US debt is held by private sector, but about 40% is held by public entities. Here's who owns the most.


How debt problems in the European Union affect you as the Greek government continues crisis talks on backing another EU rescue plan.


Leaders of Greece's ruling coalition were steeling themselves for fresh talks Monday after objections to another round of spending cuts stalled progress on clinching a critical debt rescue package.


Global Debt Registry is pleased to announce Executive Chairman Mark Parsells will expand his role within the organization by assuming dual responsibilities as Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.