European stock indices declined at the start. UK's FTSE 100 index was down 0.57% to 6,295.82 points. Germany's DAX 30 fell 0.63% to 9,503.38 points, while France's CAC 40 decreased 0.40% to 4,076.97.

Lower energy and mining stocks weighed on markets.

Investors are awaiting the Fed' interest rate decision today. They expects new signs for further monetary policy.

The Greek parliament will elect a Greek president today. The Greek presidency candidate is Stavros Dimas. There are three possible votes in parliament. If the candidate isn't elected in three possible votes, the parliament will be dissolved.