Nigeria, Dec. 18 -- This report is from today's TNC's Daily Open, our international markets update. TNC Daily Open keeps investors informed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are.

What To Note Today

Automakers, unite

Following a report on Tuesday that the Japanese automaker is thinking of merging with Honda Motor, Nissan Motor's stock surged 23.7% on Wednesday.

Additionally, both businesses intend to eventually include Mitsubishi Motors, of which Nissan owns 24% and is thus the largest shareholder, under the holding company. Nissan has been having trouble lately; its operating profit fell 85% in the second quarter.

Dow falls for the ninth day

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.61% on Tuesday, continuing it...