Global Markets Start 2026 on a High Note with Rising Shares
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Global markets started 2026 positively, with record highs in Britain and South Korea driven by optimism about artificial intelligence's impact on demand for tech and mining sectors, while US stocks declined slightly after a strong 2025 performance.
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