Global stocks take a breather

Reuters Morning Bid · Mar 5, 2026 · 8m

Global stocks steadied on Wednesday despite crude jumping to its highest since June. Plus, Europe watches for an energy shock. And China sets its lowest GDP target since 1991, signaling deeper economic strain.

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