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Markets Right Now: US stocks open slightly higher

Jan 4, 2017 | 7:45 AM

NEW YORK — The latest on developments in financial markets (All times local):

9:35 a.m.

U.S. stocks are opening higher, putting them on track for a second straight day of gains, as investors continue to buy companies that stand to benefit if the economy keeps growing and consumers continue to spend.

Consumer-focused companies are rising Wednesday morning, and retailer Gap is climbing 4 per cent.