While U.S. sites already rustle costume ideas "Steve Jobs" to celebrate Halloween at the end of the month, fans use the black sweater to make a new homage to their icon. Over a thousand people were thus included in the "Black Turtleneck Friday."Organized on Facebook, the event encouraged to wear during the day Friday, 14 October 1 black turtleneck sweater in the style of Steve Jobs.

St Croix sweaters out of stock

A registered acclaimed by Steve Jobs did not hesitate to use the windfall: St Croix Collections site TMZ said that sales of his black turtleneck sweaters have "increased by almost 100%" the day after death the co-founder of Apple. According to the leader of Knitcraft, parent company of St. Croix, quoted by the Washington Post, Steve Jobs bought two dozen of these sweaters every year. Today, a victim of its success, the article, which is worth 175 dollars, even out of stock depending on the brand, which states that it accepts commands. The site of St Croix has pushed its home page for the occasion: a tribute to the co-founder of Apple, the brand announced that it pays 20 dollars to the fight against cancer for each sweater purchased.And states that it is even considering erecting a memorial to the former head of the Apple brand.

Steve Jobs was, however, another favorite brand, remained more discreet: Issey Miyake. This is indeed the creator of Japan that the CEO was asked to create a uniform for employees of Apple. In an official biography to be published at the end of the month, Steve Jobs tells that the idea came to him by visiting the Sony factory in Japan. Seduced by this unique garment that bound them employees of the firm, made to the American one hundred black shirts at Issey Miyake. But conflicts with the unanimous rejection of his entourage when he arrives in the United States. Do not worry, Steve Jobs will then adopt for himself the uniform, simple but effective way to make a characteristic gait.Just reward: it is now the single items are presented on the front stalls.

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But as of August 24 the menu was plentiful, there are steps to the draft budget law in 2012. The most symbolic is the contribution on high incomes.

Another highlight, this time for more households, the text provides for a new plane to 10% on tax loopholes, applicable to income taxes payable in 2013 on the income of 2012. Niches related to employment, such as for an employee at home, will be spared. In fact, the devices are planed the twenty-two last year.Among them, the more niches are used overseas and the tax credit for energy-saving work in the slot.

Real estate very touched

The decline was accentuated in London after the announcement of a very slight increase in retail sales in Britain. The Office for National Statistics said that they had increased by 0.2% in July compared to June, while analysts surveyed anticipating an increase of 0.3% from one month to another.This indicator provides further evidence that consumers carve their spending, a development that does not bode well for growth.

In addition, Morgan Stanley lowered its growth forecasts for the global economy for the years 2011 and 2012, the revision is stronger for developed countries.In a note published Thursday, the U.S. investment bank now expects growth in global gross domestic product (GDP) of 3.9% in 2011, against 4.2% previously and 3.8% in 2012, instead 4.5%.

The New York Fed monitors banks in Europe

It is the banking sector is most severely attacked since the Wall Street Journal announced that the New York Fed would step up its investigation of the U.S. subsidiaries of major European banks, fearing that the debt crisis in Europe will be transmitted to the U.S. economy through them.

In addition, Morgan Stanley lowered its growth forecasts for the global economy for the years 2011 and 2012, the revision is stronger for developed countries.In a note published Thursday, the U.S. investment bank now expects growth in global gross domestic product (GDP) of 3.9% in 2011, against 4.2% previously and 3.8% in 2012, instead 4.5%.

In Paris, Societe Generale (-5.62% to 23.25 euros) is the second largest drop in the CAC. The bank is followed by Credit Agricole (-4.30% to 6.42 euros), BNP Paribas (-3.54% to 35.39 euros), AXA (-3.48% to 10.96 euros) and Natixis (-1.17% to 3.04 euros). The Federal Reserve Bank of New York is stepping up its investigation of the U.S. subsidiaries of major European banks, fearing that the debt crisis in Europe will be transmitted to the U.S. economy through them, reported Thursday the Wall Street Journal

Busy schedule

Already this morning, investors had no indication to follow from Wall Street that sent signals unconvincing with a fence without direction yesterday.Asian markets themselves, showing up mostly in dark red on Thursday. "There was nothing really concrete to put in their mouths for reassurance," says Yves Marc, sales of shares in Global Equities.

The trend could change with the publication of several indicators of weight across the Atlantic. The ball starts in the U.S. earlier this afternoon at 14:30, with weekly jobless claims. Meanwhile, the Labor Department will release the index of consumer prices.To be published 16 hours the index of leading indicators, sales of existing homes and the index of the Philadelphia Fed.

Renault Murail, manager at Barclays Stock Exchange, the market is "worried because we table this afternoon on poor figures in the U.S. that would go in the sense of breathlessness even more evident economic recovery."

The France keep its AAA by S & P

On Thursday, Standard & Poor's is said to be "confident" in the ability of France to maintain its optimum rating "AAA". "The note of France is AAA stable, it is the case since 1975," said the president of the rating agency for the French-speaking Europe Carole Sirou, interviewed on RTL."We are confident on that note," she said, just days after his agency has deprived the U.S. of the maximum score, which makes it possible to refinance with it on the market.

As for currencies, the euro is falling against the greenback in morning trading. It is worth 1.4399 dollars. Investors always react to signals of an economic slowdown in Europe and the proposals deemed disappointing the Franco-German duo on the governance of the euro area.

Investors in the oil market claim to be concerned. In morning trading, a barrel of "light sweet crude" for September delivery lost 33 cents to 87.25 dollars while that of Brent North Sea crude for September delivery yielded 30 cents to 110.30 dollars.

Values ​​to follow

Lafarge: -3.80% to 27.89 euros

The cement may react to the publication of the results of its Swiss rival Holcim.The latter saw its sales fall by 11% to 5.48 billion francs in the second quarter of 2011. Net income group share was down 13% to 347 million. The group remains very cautious in its outlook and believes that there is no sign of recovery in the United States.

Carrefour: -3.10% to 19.36 euros

Carrefour's CEO, Lars Olofsson, said the French retailer was not negotiating the sale of its Brazilian subsidiary to Wal-Mart. "It's not what I have in mind," he said during a tour of forty-eight hours in Sao Paulo, according to Les Echos.

As for recommendations, Goldman Sachs is no longer for purchase at Vallourec (-5.88% to 60.14 euros) UBSpasse to "neutral" against the "purchase" of Veolia (-5.28% 10, 84 euros), Nomura cut its price target on EDF (-4.06% to 20.67 euros) to 33 euros against 47.50 euros.

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In recent months, the three largest rating agencies (S & P, Moody's and Fitch) have confirmed the stability of the note of France. This means that the risk of default of the French state remains very low despite low growth and public finances deteriorated.Fitch, France is "supported by its diversified and healthy economy, its social institutions, civil and effective policies and financial flexibility that reflect its status as a major benchmark sovereign issuer in the euro area."

Political risk to come

Still, for Nicolas Forest, responsible rates at Dexia Asset Management, "France is the country most vulnerable AAA."If you look indeed in the details of the note issued by S & P on Friday the United States, the agency points out that France is the country with the projections of debt the highest in 2015, compared to other countries with the "AAA" like Canada, Germany and the UK cash advance.

In addition to economics, the lesson to be drawn U.S.: S & P said its decision primarily by the lack of political consensus across the Atlantic, while Republicans and Democrats have learned the hair until the last minute on the issue of management public finances to come, before delivering a minimum agreement. To ensure the continuation of "AAA" countries must be disciplined buddgétaire but also of political unity. However, it is not unlike that France is approaching a presidential election in May 2012.And, as the deadline approaches, the flexibility of the country will be closer in rigor.

The club of countries rated AAA by all three rating agencies (S & P, Fitch Ratings and Moody's) are, in addition to France, Germany, Netherlands, Finland, Austria and Luxembourg in the euro area, Norway, Sweden, Denmark , Switzerland and the United Kingdom in the rest of Europe, Canada and Singapore around the world.

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The original loan was for a period of 5 years. Incidentally, the state has pocketed substantial interest. Indeed, the loans have reported "a total 715 million euros of interest on an average of 21 months, announced yesterday the Department of Economics.

Bercy also recalls that the loan of 19.75 billion to several banks granted himself has been fully repaid on March 23 with 2.4 billion in interest to the key.

LE FIGARO – How do you do?

Liliane Bettencourt – Not bad at all. I am fit and some days a little less than others, like everyone else. Obviously, as I get to the hospital, where I spend a few days after a small fall, I confess I'm in better shape the next few days. But I'll get back soon. And I can not wait to go home, my dogs and I miss my home. What I also regret is that this small waterfall prevents me from going to the General Assembly of L'Oreal. I hesitated a lot.Can you imagine that this will be one of my very few defections from the listing of the group? But after all considerations, I will stay here or at home. I'm not a girl who can toddle on crutches. But I will follow this closely.

You have to attend the couture collections and participate in demonstrations. Do you still go out and see friends?

Yes and with great interest. Like restaurants, museums, travel, see friends. I like to "move". I went from allegro piano: the pattern must be a little more piano because when I do too much, I soon enough.

The past months have been marked by a very difficult conflict within your family, especially with your daughter before you reconcile. What are your present relationship?

We have very different characters but it is not without interest, and we often see. We found.I welcome this.

You could also find your grandchildren.

I had never lost. They are both beautiful and good boys become adults that I see with great pleasure.

The JDD announced Sunday that your daughter had received 300 million euros in capital reduction. This is the result of your dealings?

Tethys management concerns only our family and Françoise is my daughter. But I can tell you that no loan has been made by Tethys under the management of Tethys or pay money to Françoise.

The Bordeaux court decided a few weeks ago to drop the charges for "abuse of weakness" François-Marie Banier cons. How did you react?

It was a great joy for me, release, although I am never myself felt very trapped. He had to struggle to make peace.I'm happy to live in peace.

Have you established a new organization for managing your assets? Who is responsible?

Pascal Wilhelm. He's a very, very serious, organized and meticulous, in whom I have great confidence. This is my lawyer and my protector in the legal sense of the word. He informs me because I like to be informed and this allows us to exchange our views.

You were criticized some confusion in your accounts, especially for certain assets located abroad. Has it been put in order?

Yes.

Have you formalized your situation with the tax authorities?

Pascal Wilhelm is in regular contact with tax authorities and regulations that must be addressed pay day loans.

Have you recovered Island Arros?

We drive to recover. Unfortunately, I am not gone for a year.The island of Arros access is difficult and I must be in perfect health to return. Therefore, we will reflect on the future of Arros and it will not make me turn the eye if I have to separate.

In a few days and will be the general meeting of L'Oreal, which will be proposed at the renewal of your mandate as director. What will your role in the future, in society?

I wish to continue my tenure as director because I am the daughter of the founder of L'Oreal, that I am the spirit and the first shareholder. I want to mark the independence of L'Oreal, which is why I attach so much importance to my role as administrator.

On this occasion, Jean-Paul Agon became CEO of L'Oreal. What do you think and what do you expect of him?

All because I know him. He knows the house for a long time and we know and love its uniqueness.It is able to take people and is a man of strength and determination. This was a trait of my father.

How do you see the future of L'Oreal? How do you respond to rumors about a possible acquisition by Nestle, which is on your side the other major shareholder of the group?

This is a company with which I am very attached forever. It's like a child that is raised, there is always something to say. Research and innovation are essential for L'Oreal and I hope it continues to grow and invest, especially in France. L'Oreal must keep a strong structure. I am always opposed to part of L'Oreal. I do not think Nestle has positions contrary to the interests and independence of L'Oreal.I have spoken with the president of Nestle, Peter Brabeck, who I've known a long time and I appreciate very much.

What are your plans for your foundation?

I'm still very attached to the foundation. It is an institution that I loved and still love and that is important for France, scholars, craftsmen and all of the projects we support. I invested heavily in medical research and the fight against AIDS. The foundation will have a new boss, a personality whose name will be announced soon.

A rumor says that you have plans for your collection of works of art …

You are well informed. Indeed, I am preparing a book on the collection started by my father and I also hope that my collection is visible to all, so I think about different projects.I am encouraged by the reactions of those who could see: they are all very happy. It is the purpose of art and beauty that fill you with joy.

According to Forbes, you're the second richest woman in the world. What does that inspire?

This does not inspire me at all, it gives me opportunities, requirements for myself and especially responsibilities to others. It's a bit harder than what we believe to be the guardian of such a great family legacy but that's normal and it's exciting. Thank you for coming to me.

"Fund managers sell securities linked to commodities to take a position on the industry. There is a sort of mini-rotation during the past few days. It's clean portfolio at the end of the quarter, "said Paul Mendelsohn, Investment Officer at Windham Financial Services.

The layoffs were down 18%

On the macroeconomic front, the creation of private sector employment has slowed slightly but remained strong in March with 201,000 net hires, according to the monthly survey of the consulting firm HR ADP released Wednesday. The consensus for the employment figures provided by the U.S. government Friday remained at 190,000 creations for the month of March based on data from ADP. Another positive factor for employment in the United States was the announcement by the firm Challenger, the number of planned layoffs fell 18% in March.

Furthermore, reserves of crude rose more than expected last week by 2.9 million barrels against 1.5 million expected by analysts surveyed by Dow Jones Newswires.On the New York Mercantile Exchange (Nymex), a barrel of light sweet crude for May delivery ended at 104.27 dollars, down 52 cents from the previous day. "What is worrying is that 1.7 million of those barrels have found their way to Cushing, pushing up stocks accumulated there to 41.9 million barrels, a record," said Nic Brown , Natixis.

On the currency markets, the euro recovered slightly against the dollar at the close at 1.4126 dollars (+0.04%).

General Electric swallows Converteam

As for values, the World Trade Organization (WTO) should make public on Thursday its verdict on decades of U.S. aid to the champion National Aeronautics Boeing (+0.26% to 73.81 dollars) reported by the European Union and its aircraft manufacturer Airbus.

Cephalon (28.41% to 75.44 dollars), the biopharmaceutical group of Pennsylvania, should remain featured this Wednesday on Wall Street. Tuesday the title jumped 24% after the Canadian pharmaceutical company Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, has offered $ 5.7 billion to acquire Cephalon.

General Electric (1.26% to 20.11 U.S. dollars) bought for 2.7 billion euros Converteam, a former Alstom subsidiary specializing in electrification systems.

In London, the FTSE loose 1.81% to 5670.78 points. The Dax, meanwhile, lost 2.72%.

The indices are struggling to find their way to higher while the Japanese nuclear situation has worsened. Another explosion and fire occurred in the central Fukushima Dai-ichi. "The level of radioactivity has grown considerably" and becomes dangerous to health, "said Japanese Prime Minister, Naoto Kan, television, causing a panic on Asian markets.The Tokyo Stock Exchange, meanwhile, has fallen 10.55%.

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) announced it yet injected 3 trillion yen (26 billion yen) in the money market to support the economy, plus the 5000 and 15,000 billion yen already injected respectively in the morning and Monday. But this ad is not enough to ease tensions. Especially since the predictions of the impact of the disaster on Japan's economy grow heavy. Analysts now suggest 120 billion worth of damage and consequences for the country's trading partners.

Gust Indicator

Despite these concerns, investors could keep an eye on macroeconomic statistics of the day.In France, consumer prices are starting to rebound in February, rising by 0.5% in monthly changes, and a year where they show a growth of 1.7%, Insee said.

Then come in Germany, the ZEW index of investor sentiment, and the U.S., prices for import-export of February and the index of activity in the New York Fed in March to 13 quick pay day loan.30, the index of the property market from March 15 to 19.15 hours, the Fed decision on rates.

On the currency markets, the euro appears to drop in morning trading: a euro is worth 1.3940 (-0.46%).

The mea culpa Renault

Scor: -0.30% to 18.54 euros

The reinsurer announced that in the worst scenario for Japan, the total losses of the group in non-life net protections proportional and non-proportional, would not exceed 185 million euros before taxes.The group does not cover nuclear power plant operators for damages or any liability in Japan.

Overall, companies involved in the situation in Japan are suffering just like EDF (-3.31% to EUR 28), Areva (-6.03% to 29.60 euros), LVMH (-3, 66% to 102.70 euros) and RPP (-3.12% to 102.50 euros).

Renault: -3.56% to 36.81 euros

The manufacturer on Monday presented its apologies to the three frames he had unjustly accused of spying for China as well as measures to restore the image of the group, but Carlos Ghosn has refused the resignation of his number two, Patrick Pelata .

Assystem: -5.37% to 15.50 euros

The group expects to accelerate its growth in 2011 and expects to play a role as a consolidator in Germany, France and the United Kingdom.

Alstom: -4.12% to 36.96 euros (largest decline of ACC)

At 17 hours will be hearing from Patrick Kron before the Committee on Economic Affairs of the National Assembly on the activities of the Alstom group in the field of energy.

After market, Zodiac Aerospace will publish its revenue for the second quarter and first half results. Bollore will report its annual results.

Already, "the beginning of the year is rather slightly better than expected in Europe, said Tuesday Philippe Varin, the boss of PSA Peugeot Citroen. In France, driven by orders taken at the end of last year, registrations of new cars jumped 13.7% in February. In Germany, they grew 15% over the same period.

But the European market remains uncertain.Renault expects a decline of between 0 and 2%. PSA expects a stable market or slightly positive. "The situations are vastly different, says Steve Odell, head of Ford Europe. In Germany, the recovery seems solid. But Spain, Greece, Portugal and Ireland remain problematic. " The French market could fall 8 to 10%.

Record Sales

But Europe remains crucial for builders of the Old Continent. Especially the French. It accounted for 63% of Renault sales in 2010 and 61% of those of PSA last year. Hence the battle to keep its market share which translates into a price war killer. After falling 2.2% in Europe last year, average prices buying cars could still fall by 1% this year, predicted Jean-Marc Gales, director of Peugeot and Citroen.In France, "there has been a frenzy of promotions at the end of the year to accompany the end of the scrapping," said Jerome Stoll, commercial director of Renault. At the risk of sacrificing profitability. Despite record sales, PSA and Renault have thus established that 1.5% and 1.1% operating margin for its automotive business last year.

In Europe, "the deterioration of prices could make 2011 even more difficult than 2010," Analysis Arndt Ellinghorst, an analyst at Credit Suisse. This makes us skeptical about the projected increase in profitability of manufacturers. " "We must not close our eyes, there is pressure on prices in Europe," said Philippe Varin. It is even more pernicious than the same time, "rising raw materials will cost 500 million euros this year to PSA."

Strangely, all manufacturers say they are able to maintain their prices."In Europe we have a market share to hold, as this is our bastion. But we will not do anything. We rely on an average purchase price somewhat higher this year, thanks to a transfer of demand to larger models, like the Megane and Scenic or Duster for Dacia, "said Jerome Stoll, the commercial director Renault. For its part, SAP seeks to generate higher margins on each market segment, thanks to higher-end models.

Meanwhile, PSA, which is not insensitive to the profitability of the Dacia Renault, is seriously considering launching a low cost vehicle in Europe, with a third brand that could be created with its Chinese partner Changan and whose distribution would be via the Internet. Another way to respond to the price war. Finally, salvation comes as emerging countries, starting with China.