Global stocks rise as Chinese support measures cheer investors
China’s rate cuts and its announcement of tax and fee reductions have taken the edge off coronavirus fears
17 February 2020 - 14:04
London — Global shares rose on Monday as the promise of further policy stimulus to counteract the economic hit from a coronavirus outbreak calmed nervous investors.
Trading is expected to be light, with US stocks and bond markets shut for a public holiday...
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