Emerging market bond issuance hits record high in 2014 http://t.co/gQ35cTCPDt #Markets (via @IBNMoney_com #India) Source: ibnmoney.com

LONDON: The first net outflow of foreign money in 18 months hit emerging markets in December as oil prices fell, risk aversion grew and investors anticipated a Federal Reserve rate hike, the Institute of International Finance said. Source: http://www.thestar.com.my

The dollar’s surge — it hit a seven-year high against the yen and a two-year high against the euro in December — has been highly welcomed by developed nations as a spur for their exports. Source: http://www.moneynews.com

A boom in dollar debt in emerging markets risks capsizing a host of companies around the globe as the greenback surges. Which countries are home to the biggest borrowers? Mostly China and Brazil. Source: blogs.wsj.com

Companies that issued bonds in U.S. dollars instead of the local currency face higher costs on debt payments. Some financially strapped firms might default on their bonds, analysts warn. Source: http://www.wsj.com

Just about a year from now, retail merchants who currently accept only magnetic stripe payment cards will have to start accepting chip-based smart cards as well. Source: http://www.csoonline.com

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Four average folks share their strategies for using their credit cards. Source: http://www.businessinsider.com

Chick-fil-A is looking into the possibility of a breach of credit cards used at some of its locations, according to an online site that broke the story about Home Depot’s hack. Source: http://www.khou.com

Don’t let your vacation be ruined by credit card fraud. Avoid credit card fraud while traveling with these tips. Source: http://www.travelscamming.com