Pre-Market Pulse 18th February – Stock futures higher overnight while US markets take a break
ASX Slips as Property and Energy Stocks Weigh on Market
The S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.5% (42.7 points) to 8,494.40 on Tuesday, driven by declines in property and energy stocks. The Australian dollar eased to US63.44¢ after reaching a two-month high on Monday.