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World markets respond to US credit downgrade

Today is the first day that most stock exchanges have been open since ratings agency Standard & Poor's announced its US credit downgrade from a AAA rating to AA+. Here’s how world markets have responded so far:

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Stocks fall in Europe, Asia over worries about Italy

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World markets respond to US credit downgrade

Today is the first day that most stock exchanges have been open since ratings agency Standard & Poor's announced its US credit downgrade from a AAA rating to AA+. Here’s how world markets have responded so far:
Why India could feel the global financial aftershocks this time

India's huge domestic demand helped it weather the financial crisis of 2008. But since then, Indian companies have invested internationally, increasing India's vulnerability to economic downturns.
Debt worries loom, but stocks move up

Debt problems in US, Europe don't stop investors from buying up stocks. But analysts warn debt woes remain markets' primary concern.
Stock markets take a battering

Stock markets in Asia, Europe fall sharply after US stock markets plunge and Greek debt worries rise. Futures point to rebound in the US.
Stock prices up globally, but on low volume

Stock prices mostly rise on world markets. Germany, France, and several Asian markets see stock prices go up. But markets in US, Britain closed due to holidays.
Stocks plummet in Japan, but up in Europe

Concerns about rebuilding costs and radiation push Japan's Nikkei down 1.7 percent. But stocks in Europe edge up and US futures point to stronger open.
Nikkei surges, other stock markets quiet

Japan's stock market index surges 4.4 percent as outlook for Japanese nuclear plant improves. Other stock markets in Asia, Europe little changed
Stock prices rise globally as Japan threat fades

Stock prices are up in Asia and Europe. Futures point to a rise in US stock prices at the open.
Stock market news: Oil prices fuel gloom

Stock market news is downbeat as traders, investors worldwide worry about rising oil prices, slowing growth.