European index futures gain in early trade

LONDON, Oct 9 (Reuters) – European stock index futures drifted higher in early trade on Thursday after opening slightly lower, indicating a positive start for stocks. At 0608 GMT, futures for the

Coordinated rate cuts nudge up Asia stocks

Asian stocks clung to small gains while the yen slipped on Thursday after central banks from China to Europe and the United States cut interest rates to support the global economy, though