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Stocks are starting the month strong, with Wall Street hitting new closing highs, buoyed by optimism surrounding tech stocks and potential developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations. Oil prices have climbed amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, while Japan's stock market continues its rally, with Goldman Sachs suggesting it still has room to grow. In corporate news, Berkshire Hathaway has made a significant investment in the housing sector, and EasyJet is facing a takeover bid. Meanwhile, China’s factory activity has exceeded forecasts, indicating resilience in the manufacturing sector despite mixed signals from official data.

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China’s factory activity beats forecasts in May, private survey shows, despite softer official data

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