Global markets update: US stocks advance on upbeat earnings

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Shares of General Electric rallied 6.3% after it reported stronger profit for the latest quarter. 3M rose 5.3% after the maker of Scotch-Brite and Post-It raised its forecast for profits for the full year..

US crude oil benchmark for September delivery rose 89 cents to $79.63 a barrel on Tuesday..

Brent crude for September delivery rose 90 cents to $83.64 a barrel..

Natural gas for August delivery rose 4 cents to $2.73 per 1,000 cubic feet.. Bullion..

Silver for September delivery rose 24 cents to $24.82 an ounce.. . Catch all the Business News, Market News, Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on Live Mint..

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