US futures are indicating a lower open as of 04:05 ET. European equity markets have opened mostly in the negative territory, following weaker levels in Asian markets. Underlying sentiment remains supported by recent easing in financial conditions amid expectations that central bank policy has peaked. This has resulted in meaningful downshift in bond yields, though curves have become more inverted, playing into the debate over whether policymakers can navigate a soft landing.

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