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Markets: US data sends FTSE 100 higher
London's leading share index extended its earlier gains on Friday, as better-than-expected jobs data from the States boosted investors both sides of the Pond. More...
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U.S. payrolls data offer ray of hope for recovery
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. employment fell for a third straight month in August, but the drop was far less than expected and private hiring surprised on the upside, easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to prop up economic growth. More...
