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Oil prices fall for third day as risk sentiment lifts

Oil prices have dropped significantly for a third consecutive day, supporting global bond markets and helping the New Zealand dollar recover.

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Oil prices have fallen significantly for a third consecutive day, providing support to global bond markets. US treasury yields have fallen further in modest moves. The New Zealand dollar has recovered amid the improved risk sentiment, though semiconductor stocks continue to weigh on global equities.

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Positive risk sentiment helps NZD recover

Oil prices down significantly for a third consecutive day. Lower oil prices support global bond markets. US treasury yields show further modest fall. Semiconductor stocks continue to weigh on global equities

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