Investing.com - Here are the top five things you need to know today in financial markets:
1. Euro struggles near 7-month lows
The euro struggled near seven-month lows ahead to this week's European Central Bank meeting.
2. Global shares mixed
Global stock markets were mixed as investors geared up for a busy week of economic events.
3. U.S. holiday sales rise 3.7%
U.S. holiday shopping is on track for a 3.7% rise this year after strong turnout during the Thanksgiving and Black Friday weekend and thanks to strong online sales.
4. IMF to make yuan a reserve currency
The International Monetary Fund is expected to grant China's yuan reserve currency status at an executive board meeting Monday.
5. Paris climate conference kicks off
Leaders from nearly 150 countries gathered in Paris this weekend to discuss a possible new global agreement on climate change.