What Happened

  • Equity futures held near flat into the Sunday open.
  • Rates and FX were quiet as markets awaited the week’s data releases.
  • Oil was stable with no new supply headlines.

What It Means

  • The lack of movement underscores how data-dependent this week will be.
  • Positioning looks light, which can amplify reactions to surprises.
  • A steady oil price keeps the inflation narrative muted.

What I Think

  • I am keeping risk light until the labor and services data hit.
  • A big data surprise could quickly reverse the opening-week bid.
  • For now, the tone remains constructive.

Market Terms

  • Data-dependent - Markets waiting on incoming economic releases.
  • Positioning light - Low exposure that can magnify reactions.
  • Sunday open - The first futures trading session of the week.