Market Overview - Futures are trading modestly higher after a risk-off day, with the NASDAQ leading the sell-off, closing over 2% lower due to a significant drop in Palantir despite better-than-expected results [2] - The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average managed to recover some losses, closing at 6771 and 47,085 respectively, while the NASDAQ closed at 23,348 [2] - Concerns about AI valuation and warnings from top Wall Street bankers about an overbought market contributed to the selling pressure [2][5] Treasury Bonds - Yields across the Treasury curve fell as investors sought the safety of U.S. government debt, with the 10-year bond closing at 4.0% and the 30-year bond at 4.67% [3] - Shrinking job openings to the lowest level since 2021 may support expectations for a December rate cut, as Fed Governors suggest current rates are too restrictive [3] Oil and Gas - Brent Crude and West Texas Intermediate prices declined due to the equity market sell-off and speculation that Russian sanctions may not be as severe as anticipated [4] - Natural Gas prices increased by 1.15% to $4.31, with expectations that the energy trade for 2025 and 2026 may focus on Natural Gas due to rising power demands from AI cloud computing [4] Technology Sector - The technology, AI, and Data Center sectors experienced significant selling pressure, leading to concerns among "Buy the Dip" investors [5] - The focus is shifting towards economic data as the third-quarter earnings season concludes, with investors questioning the potential for a December rate cut [5]

Market Overview - Futures are trading mixed with NASDAQ leading higher after a rally on Friday due to strong earnings and a successful meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping [1] - Investors are focused on economic data for insights into the Federal Reserve's potential December rate cut, with expectations for a cut decreasing from 90% to 67% [1] Treasury Bonds - Treasury yields are modestly lower, with the 10-year Treasury yield closing at 4.08%, pausing its recent rally [2] - Concerns about future inflation expressed by Fed officials have created uncertainty regarding a December rate cut [2] Oil and Gas - Benchmark crude oil prices ended slightly higher, with WTI at $60.98 and Brent Crude at $64.77 [3] - Gasoline prices reached a one-month high, and natural gas futures hit a six-month peak, influenced by U.S. crude inventory decreases and geopolitical tensions [3] Gold - Gold prices traded lower due to profit-taking, a stronger dollar, and reduced hopes for a December rate cut [4] - Analysts suggest gold could consolidate around $4,000 per ounce, with recommendations for a 5%-10% allocation in equity accounts [4] Cryptocurrency - The cryptocurrency market saw a recovery with Bitcoin trading above $110,000 and Ethereum at $3,880, following a sharp sell-off earlier in the week [5] - US-China trade tensions and hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve had previously impacted the market [5]

us recession, Jerome Powell, december rate cut, us dollar index, us unemployment. Photo by BeInCrypto Fed Chair Jerome Powell's statement that a December interest rate cut is "far" from certain has stirred financial markets. The US Dollar Index (DXY) surged to its highest level since August. Meanwhile, major cryptocurrencies suffered declines despite the Fed's latest rate reduction. This reaction, described by analysts as a "hawkish cut," suggests the Fed aims to temper expectations for further monetary e ...

Core Insights - The Federal Reserve meeting concluded with both expected outcomes and unexpected elements, particularly regarding the December rate cut [1] Group 1: Rate Cut Expectations - The Federal Reserve's stance on a potential December rate cut has shifted, with indications that it may not be as certain as previously thought [1] - Economists suggest that the likelihood of skipping a rate cut in December has increased, potentially delaying further accommodative measures into the new year [1] - Despite some expectations, a December rate cut still appears likely, as Fed leaders are cautious about the implications of a slowdown or recession [1]