US stocks fell to their lowest since July on worries Donald Trump could win the election.

Markets Live: Trump tremors

Shares plunge to a seven-week low, posting losses across the board amid growing concerns over the US presidential election.

Shares are set for a poor start.

Markets Live: Rough week for BHP

The dollar bounces and bond yields edge up after Chinese inflation shows signs of life, while on the ASX Telstra and the supermarket giants lead gains.

Wage growth is so low it is expected to keep the pressure on the RBA to cut rates again.

Markets Live: Gold shares smashed

A fierce sell-off in gold miners is leading the market down, amid fears central banks are closer to curbing their monetary largesse.

Investors will be scrutinising the RBA statement for any change in tone.

Markets Live: Late bounce led by Rio

Shares end the day slightly higher after trading in the red for large parts of the session, while the dollar slips slightly as the RBA keeps rates on hold.