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FTSE 100 rises modestly on encouraging UK services PMI

FTSE 100 climbed 33.55 points, or 0.31%, to 10,790.00, supported by an improvement in UK services-sector activity, a drop in bond yields and a slightly subdued oil market.

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BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - U.K.'s equity benchmark FTSE 100 climbed higher on Thursday as slightly subdued oil market, a drop in bond yields and data showing an improvement in the nation's services sector activity aided sentiment.The FTSE 100 was up 33.55 points or 0.31% at 10,790.00 about a quarter past…