Morning Market Preview — December 12, 2025

Morning Market Preview — December 12, 2025
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U.S. Markets

U.S. equity futures are mixed this morning as investors digest recent gains and position ahead of upcoming economic data. Markets continue to show resilience, though momentum has become more selective following a strong run in large-cap equities.

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Macro & Economic Backdrop

  • Investors remain focused on inflation trends and interest rate expectations
  • The bond market is relatively stable, suggesting easing concern around near-term rate pressure
  • Market sentiment remains constructive, but traders are increasingly data-dependent

Technology

  • Mega-cap technology continues to lead, supported by sustained AI-related spending
  • Semiconductor and AI-infrastructure names remain areas of capital concentration
  • Software stocks are mixed as investors weigh growth durability versus valuation

Biotech & Life Sciences

  • Biotech stocks are showing early signs of stabilization after recent volatility
  • Interest is returning to companies with late-stage clinical assets, clear regulatory catalysts, and strong balance sheets
  • Large-cap pharma continues to act as a defensive allocation, while small-cap biotech remains selective

Commodities & Crypto

  • Oil prices are modestly higher amid geopolitical and supply considerations
  • Gold is steady as investors hedge macro uncertainty
  • Bitcoin is consolidating recent gains, with long-term institutional interest intact

What to Watch Today

  • Economic data releases and Fed commentary
  • Continued sector rotation between technology and healthcare
  • Biotech-specific news including trial updates, FDA decisions, and M&A speculation