Los Angeles Times | Asia Stocks Boosted by US Economic Data, Oil Steadying ABC News Asian stock markets mostly rose Thursday, boosted by positive economic news from the U.S. and stabilization in oil prices after sharp falls. KEEPING SCORE: It was the second day of gains for stock markets this week after a torrid start to the year ... Stocks close higher as oil steadies US stocks rise, breaking a string of losses, as oil steadies |