Clinton edges ahead in the polls after victory in first presidential debate

Markets reacted overnight to the 1st of 3 presidential debates that was widely recognised as a victory for secretary Clinton who appears to have edged her lead over the republican nominee. The debate covered economics, trade, race and national security with Mrs Clinton succeeding in confronting some of Mr Trumps more elusive policies. Overnight trading after the debate saw the Mexican peso rally along with the Canadian dollar as markets saw the risks associated with Donald Trump getting into the White house abated slightly, S&P futures indicate the US market will open up in today’s trading.