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1. Get ready for the Fed

The Federal Reserve is in the spotlight again. It will announce its interest rate decision at 2 p.m. ET, followed by a news conference with Fed Chair Janet Yellen at 2.30 pm.

2. Stock market movers -- Adobe, Coty

Shares inAdobe(ADBE)are dipping premarket based on concerns about the company's profitability in the coming months.

3. Earnings:

FedEx(FDX)is reporting ahead of the open.

Oracle(ORCL,Tech30)andPier 1 Imports(PIR)are reporting after the close.

4. International markets overview:

European marketsare relatively steady in early trading.Asian marketsmostly closed in positive territory.

Oil prices are rising again, up by about 1% to trade around $60.70 per barrel.

In currency markets, the British pound and Swiss franc are moving higher.

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1. Second day of selling

U.S. stock futures are moving lower and all European stocks are deep in negative territory as worries about Greece's future continue to escalate.

Greece has until Thursday to accept a new deal with creditors that will give it access to 7.2 billion euros to pay its debts and bills. But Greece doesn't like some of the strings attached, and many worry an agreement will not be reached.

If Greece is unable to access the money and consequently defaults on its debts, it could become the first country to stumble out of the eurozone.

2. Action in Asia

Chinese stocks closed the day with deep losses.

Both the Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen indexes fell by about 3.5%. However, this follows massive rallies in both markets. The Shenzhen index, in particular, is still up by 110% since the start of 2015.

3. Earnings

Adobe (ADBE) will post its latest earnings after the market closes. The multinational software company, which has developed popular digital products such as Photoshop, has seen an 18% increase in its share price over the past year.

4. Economics

The U.S. Census Bureau will release new residential construction data for the month of May at 8:30 a.m. ET.

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1. Griping about Greece

The negative tone can be attributed directly to Greece, after the latest round of talks between the small nation and its creditors collapsed on Sunday.

The main market index in Greece is down by about 5%, led by a major drop in banking shares, including a 12% plunge in shares in Piraeus Bank (BPIRF). Greek 10-year bond yields are rising to nearly 12.4%.

Many other key indexes in Europe are also down by more than 1%.

Greece urgently needs more money to pay its bills, but hasn't been able to reach an agreement as the two sides wrangle over the terms of a deal.

The failure of Sunday's talks piles pressure on Greece to get a deal when European finance ministers meet on Thursday in Brussels. The risk of default is rising fast, and that could cause the country to stumble out of the eurozone.

2. Saudi stocks

Saudi Arabia's stock market officially opens up to foreign investors Monday.

However, ordinary investors won't be able to buy shares.

At present, the rules only allow institutional investors such as banks, brokerages and fund managers to invest, and they have to have at least $5 billion in assets.

Shares in the local benchmark TASI index are declining by about 1% Monday, alongside other global stock markets.

3. Stock market movers -- Integrys Energy, Micron Technology

Shares of Integrys Energy (IEH) were up 2.9% in extended trading. This comes after the last of several state and federal regulatory agencies approved a deal that would see Wisconsin Energy (WEC) acquire Integrys for $9.1 billion.

4. Weekly market recap

Last week was an uninspiring time for stocks.

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1. Rate cut in South Korea

South Korea's central bank has unexpectedly cut interest rates based on concerns that a recent outbreak of Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) will hit growth, spending and economic sentiment.

So far, 10 people have died after contracting MERS. There are over 120 confirmed cases.

More than 2,400 schools have been closed, and thousands of people have canceled trips to the country. Restaurants, transport companies, local exhibitions and cosmetic firms have taken a hit.

2. Earnings and economics

Leapfrog (LF) and Restoration Hardware (RH) are reporting after the close.

On the economic side, the U.S. Census Bureau will release its retail sales report for the month of May at 8:30 a.m. ET. Economists will be looking for an uptick in sales after flat numbers in April.

Also at 8:30 a.m., the Department of Labor will release the latest weekly jobless claims data.

3. International markets overview

European markets are continuing to rise in early trading, maintaining the positive momentum from Wednesday.

Global government bond prices continue to fall, pushing yields up. The U.S. government's 10-year bonds are currently yielding 2.49%, up sharply from earlier in the year when they were yielding 1.65%.

Most Asian markets ended with gains, except for the Mumbai Sensex, which is declining by over 1%.

The U.S. dollar is strengthening against most major currencies.

4. Wednesday market recap

U.S. stocks were helped higher Wednesday by rumors of a deal to resolve Greece's debt crisis.

The Dow Jones industrial average and Nasdaq both jumped by 1.3%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.2%.

As it stands, the Dow would need to rise by another 1.5% to match its all-time closing high. The S&P 500 would need a further 1% push and the Nasdaq would need to rise by another 0.5%

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1. Bonds down, yields up

Prices for all major 10-year government bonds resumed their slide Wednesday, pushing yields up. U.S. Treasuries are now yielding nearly 2.5%, and German yields have hit 1% for the first time since September.

The turmoil is a clear signal that investors are bracing for higher interest rates -- whether the Federal Reserve is ready for its first rate hike in a decade or not.

2. Earnings

Women's clothing franchise Francesca's (FRAN) will report before the open.

Krispy Kreme (KKD), Men's Warehouse (MW) and Box (BOX), an online file sharing and cloud storage company, will report after the close.

Box made a sparkling debut in January when its stock climbed 66% on its first day of trading, but its share prices have since fallen by about 30%.

3. International markets overview

European markets are mostly moving up in early trading, while Asian markets ended with mixed results.

The U.S. dollar was weaker against all major currencies.

4. Tuesday market recap

Wall Street performance was unimpressive Tuesday. The Dow Jones industrial average and S&P 500 were flat while the Nasdaq dipped by 0.2%.

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1. Unhappiness at HSBC

Global bank HSBC (HSBC) is shedding 50,000 jobs in the coming years as it slashes costs and sells businesses in Turkey and Brazil.

The changes are part of a major restructuring plan that is designed to save the bank $5 billion annually by 2017.

Shares in the bank were slightly weaker in early trading, in line with the rest of the London stock market.

2. Market movers -- eBay, GM

eBay (EBAY, Tech30) shares rallied by 3% in extended trading after falling nearly 4% on Monday. The stock price fell after the company released its revenue projections, which see gains for 2015 but stagnant or shrinking revenues going forward. The company is working to spin off its PayPal division later this year.

Shares in General Motors (GM) are up about 1.5% premarket after the Wall Street Journal reported its European competitor Fiat Chrysler (FCAM) is trying to prod the company into considering a merger.

3. Earnings 

Clothing brands Quiksilver (ZQK) and Lululemon (LULU) are reporting ahead of the open.

Mattress Firm (MFRM) will report after the close.

4. International markets overview

European markets are mostly dipping in early trading, while the majority of Asian markets closed with losses.

Investors were feeling downbeat about Chinese inflation data that came in weaker than expected.

In the currency market, the British pound was weakening while the euro is rising.

Crude oil futures are up by about 1% to trade at $58.80 per barrel.

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1. Good Apple

Investors and tech geeks alike are eagerly awaiting Apple (AAPL, Tech30)'s annual Worldwide Developers Conference, which kicks off Monday.

Tim Cook is expected to announce the latest iPhone and Mac features, which could cause Apple's stock to swing.

2. Germany nears correction

The benchmark DAX 30 index in Germany is nearing correction territory, down by roughly 9% since its all-time closing high on April 10. The DAX was one of the hottest stock markets in the world at the start of the year, but was quickly outpaced by indexes in China.

3. Overview of stocks and bonds

U.S. stock futures are relatively stable ahead of the open while European stock markets are mostly dipping in early trading.

Asian stock markets ended with mixed results.

Bond prices are weakening in Europe, sending yields higher. But early trading Monday showed U.S. and U.K. bonds rallying. Fixed income prices tanked last week, which sent yields way up.

The turmoil is a clear signal that investors are bracing for higher interest rates -- whether the Federal Reserve is ready for its first rate hike in a decade or not.

4. Japan's growth surprises

Japan's economy is doing better than originally expected.

Gross domestic product grew by an annualized 3.9% in the three months ended March, according to statistics from Japan's Cabinet Office. The figure has been revised sharply higher from an initial estimate of annualized 2.4% growth.

But economists are warning that a strong first quarter means that it's time to brace for slower growth ahead. Markets in Tokyo posted a muted response to the data and were essentially unchanged at the end of the trading day. The yen is slipping versus a number of major currencies.

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1. Markets overview

U.S. stock futures are declining and global bond prices are taking a dip. Currency markets are bouncing around, with the euro gaining against all major global currencies.

"[Currency] volatility remains on the high side at the moment, with the move in bond yields playing a major role," said Simon Smith, chief economist at FxPro.

All major European markets are falling in early trading, with the main French index dropping by nearly 2%. Traders are growing increasingly nervous that Greece will be unable meet debt repayments due this month. Greece and its creditors failed to reach an agreement in late night talks Wednesday.

Many Asian markets also ended in the red. The key Australian index dropped by 1.4% after the release of some disappointing economic data.

2. Potential market movers -- T-Mobile, Dish Networks

Shares in T-Mobile (TMUS) look set for a 6% surge Thursday and Dish Network (DISH) could also be on the move, based on reports that the companies are considering a merger.

A source told CNNMoney that the two companies are talking, confirming a report in The Wall Street Journal that outlined the possible merger.

Representatives for both companies declined to confirm or deny the talks.

3. Earnings

J M Smucker (SJM), Lands' End (LE) and Michaels (MIK) are reporting ahead of the open.

4. Wednesday market recap

Stock markets had a positive day Wednesday.

The Dow Jones industrial average was up 64 points, the S&P 500 added 0.2% and the Nasdaq climbed 0.5%.

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1. Calm markets

U.S. stock futures are edging up and European markets are mixed in early trading. Many investors are noting that the markets have been surprisingly calm in the last few weeks.

In fact, this spring has been one of the most tranquil periods for American stocks since the 1960s.

In Asia, most key stock markets declined, but Chinese indexes edged up.

2. Stocks to watch -- Google, Humana

Shares in Google (GOOGL, Tech30) could see higher trading volume Wednesday as the company holds its annual meeting for shareholders. Some are demanding that the company fully disclose all of its spending on lobbying. There will be a vote on the issue during the day.

Shares in insurance giant Humana (HUM) are moving up as investors expect it will increase its premiums on some Texas health plans by as much as 30%. Other insurers are proposing similar plans.

3. Economic announcements

On the economic side, the U.S. Census Bureau is releasing trade balance data at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Data on crude oil inventories will come out at 10:30 a.m. Ahead of the release, crude prices are declining by about 1% to trade aroud $60.60 per barrel.

At 2 p.m., the U.S. Federal Reserve is releasing its Beige Book. The publication offers anecdotal information on the state of the economy.

4. Greece

The crisis over Greece's enormous debts is coming to a head. Its international creditors are expected to present an agreed list of reforms to Greek officials later Wednesday, according to reports.

The European Central Bank announces its latest policy decision but is unlikely to make any change. More attention will be focused on what ECB President Mario Draghi has to say about the situation in Greece.

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1. Stock market overview

U.S. stock futures are moving higher and most European markets are firmer in early trading.

Asian markets ended with mixed results, but the Shanghai Composite stood out after shooting up by nearly 5% Monday. Investors appear to be betting even more heavily that China will take measures to stimulate its economy after another batch of weak data.

On Friday, the main U.S. stock markets closed the month of May with a loss. The Dow Jones industrial average declined by 116 points, the S&P 500 fell 0.6% and the Nasdaq closed 0.6% lower.

2. Market movers -- Altera, AstraZeneca, Roche

Shares in Altera (ALTR) are rallying by about 8% premarket as reports say Intel (INTC, Tech30) will soon announce a takeover deal for the company worth roughly $17 billion. Intel will reportedly pay $54 per share.

Shares in AstraZeneca (AZN) and Roche (RHHBF) are rising by about 2% in Europe after each company reported encouraging results from tests of new cancer treatments. Reports from the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual conference in Chicago suggest the clinical trials could reflect a major breakthrough in using the body's immune system to treat cancer.

3. Greece's problems rumble on

Investors are keeping an eye on Greece this week as the country approaches another debt deadline on Friday. Many doubt whether the country will have enough money to repay its debts this month.

"Early June payments are likely to be made but the chances that enough cash can be found under mattresses or behind cupboards to get through the whole month are remote," said Kit Juckes, a market strategist at Societe Generale.

Meanwhile, traders are expressing concern about the Greek prime minister's opinion article in French newspaper Le Monde, where he accused "certain institutional actors" of "submitting absurd proposals" that are hurting Greece.

The euro was slightly weaker against the dollar.

4. Economics

New data out of Europe showed the manufacturing sector continues to improve, as previously forecast.

In the U.S., the government will publish personal income and spending numbers at 8:30 a.m. ET.

New U.S. monthly manufacturing data will be released at 10 a.m.

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1. Don't sell in May

Anyone following the market mantra "Sell in May and go away" would have missed out on some decent gains this month.

The Dow Jones industrial average and S&P 500 are both up by about 1.6%, and the Nasdaq has surged by 3.2%.

But it doesn't look like the indexes will hold onto all those gains on the final trading day of the month.

U.S. stock futures are edging down ahead of the open.

2. International markets overview

European markets are all declining in early trading, with renewed nervousness about the fate of Greece setting the tone. A German newspaper quoted the head of the International Monetary Fund as saying that it was possible Greece would have to leave the eurozone.

In Germany, the benchmark Dax index is declining by about 1%.

Asian markets ended with mixed results. The mood in China has calmed down after a large pullback Thursday, following stellar gains so far this year.

Hyde Chen, an equity analyst at UBS Wealth Management, said profit taking, as well as investors holding back ahead of a rush of IPOs next week, had contributed to the volatility.

3. GDP galore

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis will release a new estimate for first quarter GDP at 8:30 a.m. ET. The original estimate showed the U.S. economy grew by just 0.2% in the first three months of the year, which was well below expectations. Many now predict the economy may have actually shrunk in the first quarter.

Friday also saw disappointing GDP readings from Switzerland and Sweden. The Swiss economy contracted by 0.2% in the first quarter after a sharp appreciation in the currency slammed exports.

Many economists are also expecting a negative reading for Brazil's GDP, which is set for release Friday.

4. Earnings and economics

Big Lots (BIG) is reporting ahead of the open.

The University of Michigan will update its monthly consumer sentiment index at 10 a.m. ET.

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1. Red across the board

U.S. stock futures are pointing lower, European markets are mostly in the red, and Chinese stocks have suffered a major drop.

Both the Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen indexes fell by over 5% Thursday, though this comes on the heels of a stunning rise. The Shenzhen has surged by as much as 100% since the start of 2015, easily making it the world's top performing stock market.

The generally negative mood in the market follows a positive Wednesday where the Dow Jones industrial average gained 121 points, the S&P 500 rose 0.9% and the Nasdaq closed with a 1.5% gain.

Benchmark U.S. indexes are trading near all-time record highs.

2. Earnings

Retailers Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) and Express (EXPR) are reporting ahead of the open.

Gamestop (GME) will report after the close.

3. Economics

The U.S. government is posting weekly jobless claims at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Government data on pending home sales from April will be released at 10 a.m.

Later in the morning, Wall Street will get the latest information on natural gas and crude oil inventories.

4. Google Conference

Google (GOOG) is kicking off its annual two-day developer conference, where it will showcase its latest techy innovations. It's expected to unveil a spruced up Android operating system.

Watch Google shares as investors react to the latest announcements.

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1. Stock market overview

U.S. stock futures are holding steady following a Tuesday pullback. Investors seem to have been concerned about an upcoming interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve.

On Tuesday, the Dow Jones industrial average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all declined by about 1%. Still, stocks are not far from their all-time highs.

In Europe, all the main indexes are pushing up in early trading. Asian markets ended with mixed results.

2. Currency focus

The International Monetary Fund has declared the Chinese yuan is "no longer undervalued," after spending years criticizing China for keeping its currency from strengthening too much against the U.S. dollar.

China's yuan, also called the renminbi, has risen about 0.5% against the U.S. dollar in the last year.

The dollar is a bit weaker Wednesday versus a range of other currencies. The euro is strengthening.

3. Smokin' stocks

Shares in Imperial Tobacco Group (ITYBY) are edging up by about 1.5% in London after the company announced it had received regulatory approval to acquire some cigarette and e-cigarette brands from Reynolds American (RAI) and Lorillard (LO).

"The announcement puts an end to over 10 months of uncertainty about whether the deal would be signed off," said Mike van Dulken, head of research at Accendo Markets in the U.K.

This comes as BrandZ publishes an annual ranking showing that the Marlboro cigarette brand remains one of the most valuable in the world, worth more even than the Facebook (FB, Tech30) brand. Marlboro cigarettes are sold by Altria (MO) in the U.S. and Philip Morris International (PM) overseas.

4. Potent politics

Investors will be watching political moves in Europe as G7 finance ministers begin a three-day meeting in Dresden, Germany.

"Greece is likely to feature prominently in the discussions, and traders will keep a close eye on headlines emerging from the sit-down for direction cues," said Ilya Spivak, a currency analyst at DailyFX.

Investors in the U.K. have also been watching "The Queen's Speech," where Queen Elizabeth II outlines the new government's legislative agenda.

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1. Taking stock

U.S. stock futures are holding steady.

On Thursday, the S&P 500 inched up by 0.2% and closed at a fresh record high. The Dow Jones industrial average ended unchanged, while the Nasdaq moved up by 0.4%.

In Europe, stock markets are muddling along in early trading, with no clear direction. The FTSE 100 is moving up a bit, but most other indexes are declining.

Investors are watching as the top central banker in Europe -- Mario Draghi -- gives a speech in Portugal about inflation and unemployment. And Fed chair Janet Yellen is due to give a speech about inflation at 1 p.m. ET.

2. Asia overview

Nearly all Asian markets ended Friday with gains.

Chinese indexes closed out the week after a stunning rise. The Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen indexes are up a whopping 8.1% and 12%, respectively.

Calm is returning to Hong Kong after a roller coaster ride. Hanergy's (HNGSF) market capitalization dropped by $19 billion in one hour on Wednesday, and trading in its shares remain suspended.. The company has yet to provide an explanation for the collapse in its value.

In Japan, the central bank said it would maintain its monetary stimulus program at the same pace and predicted the moderate economic recovery would continue.

Analysts don't expect an increase in stimulus anytime soon.

3. Earnings

Campbell Soup (CPB), Foot Locker (FL) and Deere (DE) are reporting ahead of the open.

4. Economics

The U.S. government will provide an update about monthly consumer inflation at 8:30 a.m. ET.

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1. Stock market overview

U.S. stock futures are looking soft ahead of the open.

European markets are mostly lower in early trading.

Asian markets ended with mixed results.

2. Earnings

Best Buy (BBY)and Dollar Tree (DLTR) are reporting ahead of the open.

Hewlett-Packard (HPQ, Tech30) and The Gap (GPS) will report after the close.

3. Economics

The U.S. government will post weekly jobless claims at 8:30 a.m. ET.

The National Association of Realtors will report existing home sales data at 10 a.m. ET.

4. Wednesday market recap

The Dow Jones industrial average fell 27 points on Wednesday, dipping back after hitting a record closing high earlier in the week. The S&P 500 slid 0.1% and the Nasdaq was unchanged.

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1. Potential market movers -- Yahoo, Etsy

Shares in Yahoo (YHOO, Tech30) are posting a modest 3% rebound premarket after they tanked by about 8% late Tuesday. Investors hit the sell button on concerns that the company would be hit by new tax rules when it spins off its stake in Alibaba (BABA, Tech30). But the tech giant has reportedly issued a statement saying it will not be affected by any IRS tax rule changes.

Shares in Etsy (ETSY) are down by roughly 17% premarket after the company reported a big quarterly loss. It was the company's first earnings report since its IPO.

2. Down day in the markets?

U.S. stock futures are looking soft ahead of the open, but this comes a day after the Dow Jones industrial average eked out a minor gain to close at a new record high. The S&P 500 is also trading near record levels.

European markets are all edging down in early trading. Asian markets ended with mixed results. Japan reported annualized growth of 2.4% in the first quarter. That was stronger than expected but analysts warned the pace of expansion would slow later this year.

3. Earnings

Target (TGT), Staples (SPLS) and American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) are reporting ahead of the open.

Salesforce.com (CRM, Tech30), Williams-Sonoma (WSM) and the owner of Victoria's Secret, L Brands (LB), will report after the close.

4. Economics

The Federal Reserve will publish the minutes from its latest policy meeting at 2 p.m. ET.

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1. Stocks surging

U.S. stock futures are rising, giving investors hope that the Dow Jones industrial average and S&P 500 could smash new records.

Both indexes hit fresh closing highs Monday. The Nasdaq also rose by 0.6%.

2. International overview

There's a lot going on in Europe right now. European stock markets are rallying in early trading, with both the CAC 40 in France and the DAX in Germany shooting up by about 2%.

European government bonds are also firming, and the euro has fallen by just over 1% versus the U.S. dollar.

Investors are reacting to comments from a senior official at the European Central Bank, who was reported to have said the ECB would step up its bond-buying in May and June before liquidity tails off over the summer. The asset buying is part of the ECB's stimulus program to kill off eurozone deflation and boost the economy.

Asian markets mostly ended with positive results. The Shanghai Composite led the pack with a gain of 3.1%.

3. Earnings

Get ready for a slew of retail earnings.

Walmart (WMT), Home Depot (HD), Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS) and TJX (TJX) are all reporting ahead of the open.

Meanwhile, Wall Street newbie Etsy (ETSY) is expected to report after the close. Shares in the company surged by nearly 90% immediately after the company went public in April, but they have since fallen back by roughly 30%.

4. Economics

The U.S. government will post monthly data on housing starts and building permits at 8:30 a.m. ET.

And across the pond, U.K. inflation data shows consumer prices fell in April by 0.1%, making this the first time the nation has experienced deflation since official records began in 1996. However, many officials expect this to be a one-off blip, not the start of a deflationary spiral.

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1. Earnings and economics

It's a big week for retail earnings and Urban Outfitters (URBN) will kick things off with its quarterly report after the close.

Earnings reports are on tap later this week from Wal-Mart (WMT), Target (TGT) and Best Buy (BBY).

On the economic front, the National Association of Home Builders release its monthly housing market index at 10 a.m. ET.

2. Oil climbs

Crude prices gained about 1% to push above $60 a barrel as investors absorbed news of fresh fighting in the Middle East. The key Iraqi city of Ramadi fell to ISIS on Sunday, while airstrikes resumed in Yemen as a ceasefire ended. Oil prices have stabilized in recent months after plunging around 50% in the last half of 2014.

3. International markets

Major European markets are edging higher in early trading. Germany's DAX is the strongest performer, up 0.9%. Asian markets had a mixed day.

4. Friday recap

The Dow Jones industrial average gained 20 points, while the S&P 500 inched up 0.1% to a fresh record close. The tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.1%.

U.S. stocks have been powering ahead despite mounting evidence that the American economy isn't all it's cracked up to be.

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18

May

Role Reversal

Once a resistance or support level is broken, its role is reversed.

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

1. Set for more records?

U.S. stock futures are inching higher ahead of the open, which could mean more stock market records by the end of the day.

The S&P 500 index finished Thursday at an all-time closing high after rising by 1.1%. The Dow Jones industrial average also gained 192 points on Thursday, while the Nasdaq jumped by 1.4%.

Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar is staging a modest comeback against a range of major global currencies, after tumbling this month following a significant rally.

2. International markets overview

European markets are rising in early trading, while Asian markets closed the week with mixed results.

The Hang Seng was a standout performer, jumping by 2% Friday. The Hong Kong index has surged by 18% since the start of the year.

3. Stock market mover -- King Digital

The maker of the popular Candy Crush game is getting crushed. Shares in King Digital Entertainment (KING) are down by roughly 10% premarket after the company said foreign currency swings could hurt its results later in the year. Investors are also concerned about whether the company's new games will be popular.

4. Economics

The University of Michigan will publish its monthly consumer sentiment index at 10 a.m. ET.

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