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US jobs data in focus, markets optimistic

It's hoped the stats will give weight to a looser rates policy from the Fed.

European stocks posted modest gains as traders awaited US jobs numbers due later Friday that will test optimism over whether the Federal Reserve’s tightening cycle is nearing an end. 

The Stoxx 600 added about 0.2% to its strongest week since March. Automakers fared best, with BMW AG risin

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