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Oil prices rise on supply cut hopes, easing of coronavirus lockdowns
Brent crude futures were up nearly 1.7%, or 59 cents to $36.12
Japan shares hit 10-week peak, S&P 500 tests 3,000
Japan's Nikkei led the way with a rise of 2% to its highest since early March
Gold steady as stronger equities offset political tensions
Spot gold was flat at $1,729.83 per ounce
Dollar dips as virus recovery optimism holds
Against a basket of currencies the dollar was roughly where it ended last week, holding at 99.692
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