Thursday 6 October 2011

Reuters - Stocks rise on hopes for bank support steps

(Reuters) - World stocks rose for a second day Thursday while government bonds fell as expectations grew policymakers would take steps to support European banks, under threat from the impact of a possible Greek default.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Wednesday Berlin was ready to recapitalize its banks if needed, adding to pledges by European finance ministers to safeguard banks in the face of mounting concerns about a Greek default.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/10/06/us-markets-global-idUSTRE77L0AE20111006

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