After hours of stuttering negotiations between Democrats and Republicans, the U.S. Senate is said to be close to a deal over raising the debt limit.
After a weak opening on Tuesday, Wall Street opened slightly up on Wednesday, an indication that the markets are optimistic about a last-minute deal and that the U.S. government will resume normal service.
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