The recent lower-than-expected release of Chinese import and export data had a negative impact on the country’s economy, as both results dwindled, raising concerns about the Chinese economy. The Asian session was not fruitful for the Japanese stocks as well, starting with stocks such as Panasonic Corp., which dropped during the last session. In addition, the Asian session was also negative for the Japanese Nikkei which despite it being close to a record level of 20,000, dropped by 0.01%.

The dollar is still supported by the expectations of an earlier-than-expected increase of the interest rates, shaking off the latest drop caused by the Nonfarm Payrolls negative release at the beginning of the current month. The dollar also gained ground against multiple currencies, such as the euro and the yen. Indices such as the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq are at record levels, yet they are still prone to dropping should the effect of the recent expectations for the interest rate reach the stock market.

After the closure of the markets during Easter at the beginning of last week, the euro, in addition to the British pound, were both lower against the U.S. dollar this week. In addition, multiple releases were negative from the Eurozone, including the Services PMI which dropped to 54.2, the German Trade Balance which dropped to 19.7 billion, and the Retail Sales data which were released as expected. The bearish sentiment that was seen last week remains unchanged and still lingers during this week, as the European currencies remain weaker against the dollar.

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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. Stock market movers -- Qualcomm, Volkswagen

Shares in Qualcomm (QCOM, Tech30) are rising by about 2.5% premarket as investors get excited about the idea that the company could break itself up. The Wall Street Journal reports that activist investor Jana Partners has been pushing for a strategic overhaul to boost the company's share price. Shares in the semiconductor company have slumped by about 7% since the start of the year.

In Germany, shares in Volkswagen (VLKAY) are dipping by about 1.5% after weekend reports of a power struggle between the company's chairman and CEO.

2. Market overview

U.S. stock futures are inching lower, European markets are mixed in early trading, while most Asian markets ended the day with gains.

Stock markets in China and Hong Kong posted impressive rallies, with the Hang Seng index surging by nearly 3%.

3. Keep an eye on oil

Crude futures are pushing higher Monday, up by about 1.5% to trade around $52 per barrel.

Oil prices have been volatile over the past week as traders consider how much excess supply could come onto the market if world powers drop their sanctions on Iran.

4. Economics

The Treasury Department will release its monthly budget update at 2 p.m. ET.

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What is it? It checks the level of a diffusion index based on surveyed businesses, excluding the farming industry.

It's a leading indicator of economic health - businesses react quickly to market conditions, and changes in their sentiment can be an early signal of future economic activity such as spending, hiring, and investment.

When? April 13^th at 9:30pm Eastern Time.

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

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What is it? It checks the Level of a diffusion index based on surveyed manufacturers, builders, wholesalers, retailers, and service providers.

It's a leading indicator of economic health - businesses react quickly to market conditions, and changes in their sentiment can be an early signal of future economic activity such as spending, hiring, and investment.

When? April 13^th at 6:00pm Eastern Time.

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

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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. Potential market movers -- Starbucks, Zynga, Alcoa

There are a handful of companies that look set to shake things up when the markets open.

Starbucks (SBUX) shares are perky and caffeinated, up about 3% after the company completed a two-for-one stock split overnight. Starbucks common stock will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis this morning.

Shares in Zynga (ZNGA) could drop sharply after the company announced its founder Mark Pincus has returned to his role of CEO, taking the reins from Don Mattrick. Shares are down 10% in extended trading.

Alcoa (AA) shares are also down about 3% after the company released its latest quarterly results.

"Earnings beat analysts' expectations but sales, on the other hand, were slightly worse," explained Erica Blomgren, chief strategist at Swedish bank SEB.

2. Holy Hang Seng

Traders in Hong Kong are watching in awe after the main stock market index -- the Hang Seng -- shot up by 6.6% over the past two days.

Analysts say investors are turning to Hong Kong after a dramatic 22% surge this year by the Shanghai Composite has made that market too expensive.

3. Volatile oil

Crude futures keep bouncing around, with oil now up about 2% to trade at $51.50 per barrel.

"Crude prices remain in focus today following yesterday's plunge," said Tom Beevers, CEO at StockViews. "With weekly inventories at the highest level since records began in 1982, traders are monitoring the situation closely and will be expecting more volatility to come."

4. Stock market overview

U.S. stock futures are dipping lower, European markets are all edging up in early trading, while Asian markets were mixed.

Investors in Europe are feeling confident that Greece has scraped enough money together to make a big debt repayment Thursday, allowing it to avoid default.

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What is it? It checks the change in the price of goods and services purchased by consumers.

Consumer prices account for a majority of overall inflation. Inflation is important to currency valuation because rising prices lead the central bank to respond by raising interest rates.

When? April 9^th at 9:30pm Eastern Time.

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

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