KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 8): The FBM KLCI may take the cue from the US presidential election today as investors anticipate the poll outcome. The outcome of the US presidential election, which involves Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton and Republican nominee Donald Trump, will be closely watched as US policies have an impact on world political and economic dynamics. Yesterday, the KLCI rose 2.35 points to close at 1,650.59 points. Reuters reported that oil prices settled more than 1% higher on Monday, supported by news that Clinton will not face charges over her emails. US oil settled at US$44.89 per barrel, up 82 cents or 1.9%.

Source: The Edge Markets November 07, 2016 23:36 UTC