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Stocks log best week in months despite Nvidia turmoil

Indonesian stocks posted their best week since June on foreign buying, while European stocks headed for their biggest weekly gain since July.

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Stocks logged a strong week in parts of Asia and Europe, even as turmoil around Nvidia drew attention. The gains came as investors looked past that volatility.

In Indonesia, stocks posted their best week since June, helped by buying from foreign investors. European stocks were on track for their biggest weekly advance since July.

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