The FTSE currently indicates a stronger open, as rumours that todays US GDP numbers might be stronger then expected has traders ready to press the buy button. Analysts are expecting for a reading of -4.7% however some traders are now only pricing in a -4% loss. Just a warning, that should the number come out as expected, look for the markets around the world to take a dive.

Crude oil is trading around the 49 dollars per barrel mark on concern that fuel demand will drop as the swine-flu outbreak causes delays in the recovery from the global recession. The U.S. Energy Department’s supply report will be out later today, which may show another buildup, which can cause oil prices to test the 45 dollar per barrel mark.

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