US stocks have closed barely lower, with buyers finding little fresh inspiration after last week's five-year highs to offset a fall in energy shares.At the closing bell on Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 21.73 points (0.16 per cent) at 13,971.24.
12/02/2013 - 06:54
US stocks slip in directionless trade
12/02/2013 - 06:54
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