Morning Market Preview — January 7, 2026
U.S. equity futures are modestly higher as markets build on recent record closes. Sentiment remains constructive, supported by stable yields, improving breadth, and continued leadership from large-cap growth.
Market Setup
U.S. equity futures are modestly higher this morning as markets build on recent record closes. Sentiment remains constructive, with investors leaning risk-on following strong breadth and continued leadership from large-cap growth. Early positioning suggests confidence remains intact, though markets are entering the session more selective after recent gains.
Macro & Rates
Treasury yields are relatively stable after recent consolidation, helping support equity valuations. Markets continue to price a gradual, data-dependent policy path, with upcoming economic releases expected to shape near-term expectations around growth and inflation.
What to Watch Today
• Continued follow-through in large-cap technology and AI-linked names
• Small-cap participation after recent outperformance
• Any movement in yields that could impact high-multiple stocks
• Investor reaction to incoming macro data later this week
Market Tone
Momentum remains favorable heading into the session, with breadth improving and volatility contained. While near-term consolidation would be healthy after recent advances, the underlying trend continues to favor equities.
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