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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.
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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.
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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.
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US futures are pointing to a higher open today, extending Friday's gains. European equity markets have opened in the positive territory, following solid sessions in Asian markets. Softer than expected US nonfarm payrolls and ISM services results boosted sentiment. Fed repricing also brought forward, with first rate cut expected in September instead of November. Some support also comes from US earnings. China back in spotlight as Xi meets Macron and Caixin services PMI remained buoyant.
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US futures are indicating a higher open today. European equity markets have opened mostly in the positive territory, following higher levels in Asian markets. Big tech earnings are bright spot in market. Corporate fundamentals remain supportive though reactions to headline surprises skewed to cautious side. Broader support to market sentiment put down to latest Fed guidance offering reassurance that rate hike is unlikely.
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US equity futures are indicating a higher open as of 04:45 ET. This follows higher markets in Asia, while European equity markets are also higher. Equity markets are benefiting from no further escalation in Middle Eastern tensions. Some thoughts are the recent sell-off is more technical than fundamental. There is also ongoing focus on the Fed outlook, with a reduction in rate cut expectations remaining a talking point.
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