[MARKET UPDATE] US equity futures open firmer (ES +11 points, NQ +25 points); T-Note futures +2+ ticks; WTI futures +USD 0.30/bbl; Spot XAU +USD 7/oz

US equity futures are rallying this morning, indicating a positive start for the market, supported by movements in treasuries and commodities.

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[MARKET UPDATE] US equity futures open firmer (ES +11 points, NQ +25 points); T-Note futures +2+ ticks; WTI futures +USD 0.30/bbl; Spot XAU +USD 7/oz

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