Benchmark stock indexes across Asia were mixed on Wednesday morning, while the US dollar was higher against other major currencies. The result of the election is expected to have a major impact on the global economy,

Global investors were on edge as Americans headed to the polls on Tuesday, drawing to a close a dramatic U.S. election cycle that has moved bonds, stocks and other assets in recent months and could further sway markets as results become clearer.

Investors around the world are closely watching the US election for clues on who will become the next president of the world's biggest economy. Benchmark stock indexes across Asia