Communications services companies were flat amid deal speculation.
"Star Wars" visionary George Lucas endorsed Disney and Chief Executive Bob Iger in their proxy fight against activist investor Nelson Peltz.
Chinese smartphone and electronics maker Xiaomi, a growing rival to Apple and Samsung for global dominance, posted stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings.
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