Communications-services fell as doubts about the outcome of Middle East negotiations weighed on risky assets.

Universal Music Group rejected Bill Ackman-led Pershing Square Capital's bid to buy the world's largest music company for about $65 billion Friday, after Universal's largest shareholder, Vincent Bollore's investment firm, voiced opposition.

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