Investing.com - Global stocks pressured Thursday as U.S. probes alleged Russian meddling in presidential election.
Asia lower after sharp falls overnight on Wall St. {178|Nikkei 225}} off 1.35%. Yen slips against the dollar.
Japan's Q1 GDP up surprise 2.2% but deflationary pressures persist in the economy.
Europe lower. DAX off 0.33%. FTSE 100 down 0.50% ahead of U.K. retail sales.
Sterling, euro ease slightly against the dollar.
U.S. stock index futures edge higher as Wall St slumps overnight.
Dollar index steadies at mid-97 mark after slump on U.S. political risk. June rate hike odds fall to 60%.
Oil edges lower as focus turns to possible extension of output cut deal.
Gold steady at higher levels. U.S. Treasury yields higher.