Stock MarketsAP - EUROPE: Stocks turned higher after Agence France-Presse reported that China has agreed to invest in Europe's financial rescue fund, which will be used to support struggling countries and banks in the European Union.
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TSX ends higher on earnings, Europe hopes (Reuters)
Reuters - Canadian stocks staged a late rally to close higher on Wednesday, shrugging off early losses, helped by encouraging third-quarter earnings and news from Europe about plans to tackle the region's debt crisis.
Iraq war vet injured during Oakland protests (AP)
AP - Among demonstrators injured during a clash between Oakland police and protesters is a 24-year-old Marine veteran who served two tours in Iraq.
Earnings Preview: Merck reports on third quarter (AP)
AP - Merck & Co. Inc., which reports its third-quarter results before the stock markets open Friday, will discuss launch plans for some newly approved drugs — two of which are likely blockbusters — along with a joint venture sale and some executive changes.
Stocks end higher on reports of help for Europe (AP)
AP - Stock indexes finished higher Wednesday following reports that China will come to the aid of Europe by investing in a financial rescue fund.
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