Global stocks fall as US voters head to mid-term polls

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Global stock markets faltered Tuesday as US voters headed to the polls for mid-term elections, with London's FTSE 100 closing down 1.1% amid uncertainty over the outcome. Investors were wary as Democrats sought to seize control of Congress and impose checks on President Trump's second term, with all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats contested. US job openings rose to 7.523 million in September, exceeding forecasts, while Trump confirmed a US strike on Iran. Oil prices remained volatile following the Iran strike, with Brent trading at $103.24 a barrel. Hiscox rose 3.0% on strong premiums, while miners fell on weak metals prices, and IWG gained 8.6% on upgraded guidance.


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