Stocks Climb With U.S. Futures; Yen Slips: Markets Wrap
(WorldNews Business)

(Bloomberg) — Stocks in Europe began the week with gains alongside U.S. futures after equities set fresh record highs on Friday. The yen slipped as Japan searched for a new prime minister. The Euro Stoxx Index advanced on gains in energy and utility companies including Suez SA, which jumped after an approach by rival Veolia Environnement SA. Contracts on the three main American stock indexes pointed to a strong open on Wall Street. Markets in the U.K. are closed for a public holiday. Equities in Japan outperformed peers in Asia, bolstered by Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s purchase of stakes in five...