Global shares have shown mixed results after the US Treasury announced an expansion of debt buybacks. The move is expected to ease pressure on share prices by pushing bond prices higher and bringing down yields. In response, US futures edged lower, while European shares opened lower on Thursday.
The Kospi, South Korea's benchmark, jumped nearly 6% after a significant decline the previous day. 7% respectively. 2%.
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