Stocks edged up on Tuesday as world markets braced for the outcome of one of the most contentious U.S. presidential elections in history, with trade largely driven by cautious expectations of a win for Democrat Hillary Clinton.
The sharp swings of recent days across all asset classes gave way to a more subdued tone, with investors reluctant to make too many big bets as Americans prepared to vote.
The dollar and bond yields slipped, while gold inched up.
