【Must-Read Before Market Open】Key Global Events and U.S. Market Bull-Bear Analysis from Last Night 1️⃣ Market Indices: S&P -1.09%, Nasdaq -2.15%, Dow Jones -0.34% 2️⃣ AI-related stocks continued to face pressure as investors worry that data center operators may face higher borrowing costs or debt refinancing challenges, casting doubt on the sustainability of their expansion plans. 3️⃣ After the U.S. eased sanctions on Russia, Brent crude rose 3.7% on Friday to nearly $110 per barrel; however, the supply outlook for Russian oil and the prospects for a ceasefire remain uncertain. 4️⃣ Around 500,000 people protested in France over the weekend against cuts to education spending, making it harder to push through austerity measures. This budget deadlock could impact French bond spreads and the euro. 5️⃣ The probability of a Fed rate hike next week has dropped below 20%, while December is still priced in at around 85%, indicating rising expectations for a pause in the near term but continued bets on a year-end hike. 6️⃣ AI investment remains concentrated in U.S. assets; during stock market volatility, U.S. Treasuries still attract safe-haven demand, while the dollar has not strengthened as usual. If volatility persists, the dollar’s support may remain weak. Stocks mentioned today: ORCL, ADBE, FICO, AXON, NKE, BAC, PANW, GOOGL, GRBK, MTH, DHI, BKNG, LULU, MKC, TSLA, AAPL, NVDA, CRWV, KO, NFLX, MU (21 total) Subscribe free to “U.S. Market Outlook Morning Brief” to receive today’s full macro overview and stock analysis. Click my profile >> Subscription link in bio