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US equity futures are broadly unchanged as of 05:00 ET. This follows mostly lower markets in Asia, while European equity markets are little changed. Markets are looking to PPI data today before Wednesday's CPI. Recent China equity strength continues to attract attention.
Companies mentioned: Anglo American, BHP, Uber Technologies, Delivery Hero

US futures are indicating a higher open today, extending Friday's gains. European equity markets have opened in the positive territory, following mostly lower Asian markets. Equity market sentiment broadly supported by justified optimism regarding corporate earnings, hopes of Fed easing amid signs of weakening US labor market, alongside more dovish guidance from ECB and BOE. Attention now shifting to April US CPI report with consensus looking for some moderation in core inflation.
Companies Mentioned: Apple, Arm Holdings

US futures are pointing to a higher open today. European equity markets have opened in the positive territory, following mostly higher levels in Asian markets. Renewed confidence in rate cuts has given rise to better risk sentiment in US. In UK, takeaways from yesterday's BoE decision highlight potential for June rate cut if inflation, wage growth continue to ease.
Companies Mentioned: Kinetik Holdings, Exxon Mobil

US equity futures are pointing to a lower open as of 04:45 ET. This follows mixed markets in Asia, with European equity markets also mixed. A focus in Europe today on the Bank of England policy decision. A steady hand is expected, though there is the possibility of more MPC members backing a rate cut after only one official voted against the majority in March. A lack of other major catalysts with the market in wait-and-see mode ahead of the next meaningful signals on US inflation, Fed policy and the economic growth outlook.
Companies mentioned: Paramount, Apollo, Sony, Yamaha, BeiGene

US futures are indicating a mostly flat open today. European equity markets have opened mostly in the positive territory, following lower levels in Asian markets. No change in the broader narrative. Sentiment has improved in recent sessions on a recalibration of the outlook after the Fed downplayed the potential for rate hikes. A solid earnings season remains an underpinning factor with added support from recent declines in long-end Treasury yields.
Companies Mentioned: Budweiser Brewing Co APAC, Apollo, Ares Management

US equity futures are broadly unchanged as of 05:00 ET. This follows mixed markets in Asia, while European equity markets are higher. The latest Fed-speak is consistent with last week's message from Fed Chair Powell that a rate hike is unlikely. Earnings growth is tracking well above expectations. China President Xi is in France to discuss trade and security risks.
Companies mentioned: Paramount Global, Apollo Global Management, Sony, Apple