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Stocks, US futures edge higher as cyclicals lead

Bloomberg European stocks edged higher with US futures on Wednesday as cyclical shares outperformed and the rally in the technology sector appeared to lose steam. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index swung between losses and gains as automakers, energy firms and banks led the gauge. The exception was mining stocks, which hit a three-week low amid declining iron ore prices. Just …

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Central banks face jumpy bond market with 10 days of decisions

Bloomberg Central banks helped save the world economy from depression as the pandemic struck. Now they are dealing with the hard part: managing the recovery amid a difference of opinion with investors. Optimism that Covid-19 vaccines and continued government stimulus offer an escape from the worst health crisis in a century has sent bond yields soaring and pushed bets on …

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Barclays plans to slash 60 jobs at investment bank

Bloomberg Barclays Plc is planning job cuts at its corporate and investment bank as part of its cost-saving measures, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The reductions will affect around 60 jobs, including some senior roles in the US and other countries, said one of the people, who asked not to be named discussing private information. A spokeswoman …

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