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Asia stocks climb, Kospi up 4%; what it means for Kern oil and Valley exports
Asian shares rose Thursday as oil prices gained. The move could raise diesel costs for Valley growers and truckers while shaping export demand through the Port of Stockton.
Stronger Asian markets can support demand for Valley exports like almonds and dairy. Four percent is a big swing for a major index. Stocks across Asia rose Thursday, with South Korea’s Kospi leading the pack, and oil prices also ticking higher. For Central Valley readers, this matters because diesel and export demand both live downstream of these...
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