US stocks finished lower after a choppy session while Asian markets were mixed today. European markets are mixed today after the European Commission cut their 2014 growth forecast for the Eurozone.

Oil continues to drop and is currently trading at a 3 year low. The drop came after Saudi Arabia cut its prices for exports to the US by $0.45/barrel. The decision came after exports from the country dropped to a 4 year low. The market seems to be over supplied and demand is on the downside and the stronger Dollar is also impacting prices.

Gold is ranging around a 4 year low. The metals safe haven appeal has subsided as data from the US has shown an improving outlook and boosted speculation that the Fed could raise interest rates sooner. As the Dollar reaches new highs and data continues to be positive the outlook for Gold looks bleak. However, in the short term physical demand could increase as the price is so low.

 

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Here are 4 tips for today's trading. This will help you decide where you should invest and what to look for:


1) It's All About Alibaba

Alibaba (BABA, Tech30) is set to release its first earnings report since its mega IPO. Investors are eagerly anticipating the results. Alibaba is now worth more than Wal-Mart.


2) More Earnings

Plenty of other companies will also be releasing quarterly results. Other big names reporting before the opening bell include Burger King (BKW), Office Depot (ODP), Estee Lauder (EL) and CVS Health (CVS).

21st Century Fox (FOX) will report after the close.


3) Elections and Economics

Midterm elections have arrived in the US. The results will determine what President Obama can get done in his final two years in office. It will also tee up the 2016 presidential contest.

Investors are awaiting the latest autumn economic forecast from the European Commission. The Eurozone continues to struggle with terribly low inflation and high unemployment.


4) Market Moves

US stock futures were edging higher ahead of the open and European markets were pushing up in early trading.

 

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What is it? Governor Kuroda isdue to speak at the Kisaragi-kai Meeting, in Tokyo.

As head of the central bank, which controls short term interest rates, he has important influence over the nation's currency value. Traders scrutinize his speeches as they are often used to drop subtle clues regarding future monetary policy and interest rate shifts.

When? November 4th at 9:30pm Eastern Time.

 

 

Trading Tip: If the announcement will hint towards higher interest rates, you can expect the JPY to rise.

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What is it? It checks the percentage of total work force that is unemployed and actively seeking employment during the previous quarter.

Although it's generally viewed as a lagging indicator, the number of unemployed people is an important signal of overall economic health because consumer spending is highly correlated with labor-market conditions.

When? November 4th at 4:45pm Eastern Time.

 

Trading Tip: If the number is lower than the forecast, you can expect the NZD to rise.

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What is it? In checks the change in the number of employed people.

Job creation is an important leading indicator of consumer spending, which accounts for a majority of overall economic activity.

When? November 4th at 4:45pm Eastern Time.

 

Trading Tip: If the number is higher than the forecast, you can expect the NZD to rise.

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What is it? It checks the difference in value between imported and exported goods during the reported month.

Export demand and currency demand are directly linked because foreigners must buy the domestic currency to pay for the nation's exports. Export demand also impacts production and prices at domestic manufacturers.

When? November 4th at 8:30am Eastern Time.

 

Trading Tip: If the number is higher than the forecast, you can expect the USD to rise.

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What is it? It checks the difference in value between imported and exported goods during the reported month.

Export demand and currency demand are directly linked because foreigners must buy the domestic currency to pay for the nation's exports. Export demand also impacts production and prices at domestic manufacturers.

When? November 4th at 8:30am Eastern Time.

 

Trading Tip: If the number is higher than the forecast, you can expect the CAD to rise.

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