US futures are pointing to a higher open. European equity markets have opened slightly lower, following broadly lower levels in Asia. Financial conditions in the US are now at their easiest in months, though markets are turning a bit defensive into the month end. The fear is this will give the Fed enough reason to resume their hawkish stance later this week and signal a higher-for-longer stance on rates.
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