Global Stocks Follow U.S. Markets Higher

Global stocks edge up after U.S. indexes touched fresh records

Global markets edged up in low-volume trading on Friday, after U.S. stocks touched new records on signs of a strong Christmas retail season and easing trade tensions. Stock indexes across the European continent posted gentle gains after a mixed session in Asia.

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