Stocks are expected to open flat today after a mostly higher close yesterday, with the S&P 500 futures up slightly. The U.S. government shutdown has delayed key economic reports, such as the weekly jobless claims. Lawmakers are struggling to pass a temporary funding bill, with Democrats pushing for an extension of Obamacare tax credits. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq and S&P 500 reached record highs yesterday, with the Nasdaq leading the gains. In overseas trading, Asian markets are mostly higher, while European markets are mixed. Crude oil is trading at $62.45 a barrel, and gold futures are at $4,061 an ounce. The dollar is trading at 152.74 yen and $1.1611 against the euro.

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