London, Dec 18, 2024 (AFP) - Stocks and dollar edge higher before Fed rate decision

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2024-12-18

Stock markets mostly edged higher while the dollar rose against main rivals Wednesday ahead of an expected decision by the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. Shares in Nissan soared more than 20 percent on reports that the Japanese car titan is in merger talks with rival Honda. "Stock markets have found their footing after a mixed morning, but all eyes are on the Fed meeting tonight and the accompanying statement," said Chris Beauchamp, c......

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