Global stock markets suffered another dismal month in March, as investors worried about the impact of a slowing economy on corporate profits. Only one market - China - managed a gain of more than 2% in dollar terms, according to figures compiled by FTSE, the index group.
China was the star performer of the month as the authorities opened up the B share market which had previously been reserved for foreigners. It’s market gained more than 20% on the month, but that ...
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