Asian stocks: Tonight, the Nikkei fell 63.11 points (0.81%) to 7,682.14. The Australian S&P/Asx was closed tonight for business.
Crude oil is struggling to break above the 50-day moving average, after a late rally on Friday. Crude oil for February delivery lost $0.10 to $45.50.
Gold is testing the $890 resistance area. Bullion for immediate delivery slipped $2.70 to $895.00.