Stock markets in Europe are set to open higher following the end of the longest U.S. government shutdown. Wall Street closed mixed, with the Dow up 0.68% and the Nasdaq down 0.26%. European markets closed positively on Wednesday, with Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40 both gaining. European stock futures indicate a positive sentiment, while American stock futures are trading mildly positive. Asian markets are mixed, with China’s Shanghai Composite reaching 10-year highs. The Dollar Index is trading slightly above the flatline. Gold prices have edged down slightly, while both crude oil benchmarks are below the flatline. Major releases and earnings updates are expected from the region.

Read more at Nasdaq: European Markets Seen Gaining On Thursday