Private-sector payrolls rose by 91,000 in August, led by the service-producing sector and small businesses, according to the ADP employment report released Wednesday. Economists were predicting a rise of around 100,000.
Indications: U.S. futures point to more Wall Street gains
U.S. stock futures added to gains after the ADP payroll data, indicating another day of gains for Wall Street on Wednesday.
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Europe Markets: Bouygues leads Europe as Carrefour struggles
European stock markets rise, led by sharp gains for Bouygues as the construction and telecom group plans to buy back shares at a premium.
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London Markets: Wolseley, Man Group bolster rising FTSE
British stocks rise as broker recommendations help lift stocks including Wolseley and Man Group.
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Asia Markets: Asia stocks end downbeat month with gains
Asian equity markets end with gains, as hope for further measures to stimulate the U.S. economy spurs some buying.
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Metals Stocks: Gold steady after retaking $1,800
Gold futures trade little changed after reclaiming the $1,800 ounce level in the U.S. session on Tuesday.
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