US stock futures are essentially flat this morning, with E mini S&P 500 contracts hovering just below unchanged as investors weigh calmer inflation against stubbornly high borrowing costs. The 10 year US Treasury yield sits near 4.16 percent, a level that keeps mortgage and business loan rates relatively expensive even as Wall Street now expects the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates twice in 2026. At the same time, a negative reading on the Chicago Fed National Activity Index signals the economy is slowing. The dilemma is whether softer growth arrives before lower rates do, a scenario that would pressure economically sensitive sectors like small caps and industrials while keeping the spotlight on bond like assets such as utilities and real estate.
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AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) surged 14.03 percent as traders piled into speculative space communications names.
Rocket Lab (RKLB) jumped 9.97 percent after another successful Electron launch and bullish analyst commentary.
First Solar (FSLR) gained 6.60 percent as investors rotated into solar leaders ahead of potential policy support.
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Seagate Technology Holdings (STX) slipped 4.56 percent, giving back gains after recent NASDAQ 100 index inclusion optimism.
Dollar Tree (DLTR) declined 4.18 percent amid ongoing pressure on discount retailers and shifting consumer spending patterns.
Dominion Energy (D) fell 3.72 percent as offshore energy and regulatory headlines weighed on the utility sector.
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With no major US data or earnings scheduled, macro signals from global bond markets and central banks will steer sentiment.
Global Yields: Moves in US and European 10 year yields on Tuesday will reset assumptions on 2026 rate cut timing.
Federal Reserve Path: Evolving commentary around just two projected 2026 cuts will shape equity risk appetite through year end.
European Growth Pulse: Germany, France and Italy bond markets on Wednesday highlight how long higher rates may pressure global demand.
Asia Central Banks: Japan and Australia policy signals on Thursday may shift sector leadership between cyclicals and defensives.
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