[MARKET UPDATE] US equity futures open lower (ES -18 points, NQ -84 points); T-Note futures U/C; WTI futures +USD 2.90/bbl; Spot XAU +USD 4/oz

US equity futures are indicating a weaker open, with declines in the S&P and NASDAQ futures.

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[MARKET UPDATE] US equity futures open lower (ES -18 points, NQ -84 points); T-Note futures U/C; WTI futures +USD 2.90/bbl; Spot XAU +USD 4/oz

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This bearish sentiment may reflect concerns in the market, potentially driven by broader macroeconomic factors or specific developments in Asia. Meanwhile, both T-Note futures are unchanged while crude oil and gold are showing gains, suggesting a flight to safety among investors amid equity weakness.

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