S&P futures are down (0.02%), pointing to a flat open. Asian markets mostly finished Tuesday trading on a higher note, while European markets are struggling to sustain opening gains. Asia top stories highlight the continuation of yesterday's momentum, with positive sentiment supported by Wall Street's performance. Brokers remain cautious about China's outlook despite gains in Hong Kong and Shanghai markets. European top stories focus on the weak economic backdrop and political tensions. ECB President Lagarde calls for bold EU policies, while geopolitical tensions rise with Russia's updated nuclear doctrine. The BoE's cautious outlook may delay rate cuts until February.
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