Global stocks rise as US eases some limits on banks

BEIJING (AP) — Global stock markets are up after U.S. regulators removed some limits on the ability of banks to make investments. European and Asian markets traded higher Friday, as did Wall Street futures. Chinese markets were closed for a holiday. Investors appear encouraged by the U.S. decision to expand the ability of banks to pursue a wider variety of investments to help shore up slim profits amid low interest rates. Traders are looking for opportunities to bet on companies that will