10 things you need to know before the opening bell

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

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Here's what you need to know before markets open.

1. Global stocks rise on further COVID-19 vaccine positivity and strong China factory data. Investors are awaiting results from Moderna, AstraZeneca, and Janssen. See how markets are reacting.

2. China's factory production grew by more than expected. Factory activity in October shows the world's second-biggest economy is gradually recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.





3. Seth Klarman revealed a $400 million bet on Bill Ackman's SPAC. The billionaire has been touted as "the next Warren Buffett" because he also follows a value-investing approach.

4. Saudi Aramco plans to raise billions by issuing international bonds. The world's largest oil company said it would issue