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Asian markets lower as global rally loses steam

Jun. 17, 2009
Most Asian stock markets extended their losses Wednesday as the global rally continued to lose steam amid concerns about the pace of any economic recovery. More signs of economic weakness in the U.S. inspired caution among investors, and softer prices for...
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