State of Market: Open 11/11/25
Risk appetite improves at the open as shutdown end hopes meet firmer commodities and steady long-end yields
Equities point higher led by tech and health care; gold and silver rally, oil firms; Treasuries bid ahead of heavy auctions; euro edges up while crypto softens
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Markets are setting up for a constructive start to Tuesday’s session, with U.S. equity ETFs pointing higher in premarket trading, commodities broadly firmer, and Treasury ETFs modestly bid. The backdrop mixes improving sentiment around a potential end to the U.S. government shutdown with an active macro slate in the bond market and a still-vigorous debate over the durability of the artificial intelligence trade.
At 9:10 a.m. ET, proxies for the major U.S. equity indices were trading above their prior closes in extended hours. SPY is indicating an open roughly 1.3% above its prior close, QQQ about 1.8% higher, DIA about 0.9% higher, and IWM about 0.7% higher based on last extended-hours prints versus their previous closes. Sector indications are constructive as well: XLK (Technology) is up about 1.9% premarket, XLV (Health Care) up about 1.0%, and XLF (Financials) modestly higher; XLE (Energy) is little changed.
Macro context: yields, inflation, and expectations
The Treasury curve snapshot (as of 11/7) shows the 10-year at 4.11% and the 30-year at 4.70%, with the 2-year and 5-year at 3.55% and 3.67%, respectively. That configuration reflects a curve that is less inverted than earlier this year—short maturities below the long end—consistent with recent equity leadership from longer-duration exposures and the supportive bid in long-duration bond ETFs this morning. On the inflation side, the latest CPI index levels (September) stand at 324.368 on the headline and 330.542 on core. While that provides a level reference rather than a rate of change, market-based inflation expectations remain contained: five-year breakevens at 2.36%, ten-year at 2.31%, and the 5y5y forward at 2.25%. A one-year model estimate sits at about 2.74%, suggesting near-term inflation is still perceived as somewhat firmer than the medium-term anchor but not accelerating.
The policy and data calendar remain in flux due to the shutdown, but reports suggest an end could be near. MarketWatch highlights that a reopening could unleash a raft of delayed economic releases, with the September employment report likely first in the queue. In the meantime, the bond market will set an important tone: a MarketWatch piece notes roughly $125 billion in Treasury auctions ahead, which can influence term premiums and risk sentiment even in the absence of fresh macro data.
Equities and sectors: tech leads, health care in focus, financials firm
Equity risk appetite is broadening at the open. SPY’s last extended-hours trade at 679.86 is about 1.3% above its previous close (670.97). QQQ trades near 620.43, roughly 1.8% above its prior close (609.74), indicating Big Tech strength despite mixed headlines around AI infrastructure names. DIA and IWM are both pointing higher—about 0.9% and 0.7%, respectively—supporting a risk-on tone beyond the megacap cohort.
Within sectors, Technology (XLK) shows premarket leadership, with last extended-hours levels roughly 1.9% above its previous close. The AI narrative remains dominant across the newsflow but not monolithic in tone. MarketWatch reports that CoreWeave posted a revenue and earnings beat with large cloud deals, arguing the AI trade is "far from over." Counterpoints include commentary that Big Tech could see pressure tied to CoreWeave stock weakness, and that SoftBank has fully exited its Nvidia stake to pursue other AI bets—both potential sources of volatility for sentiment in the AI supply chain. Another MarketWatch piece underscores that analysts still see robust end demand for Nvidia despite recent concerns about an AI bubble. Taken together, the premarket tape suggests investors are leaning into AI exposure this morning, but the headlines reinforce that leadership could remain rotational and headline-sensitive.
Health Care (XLV) also points higher—about 1.0% above its prior close—supported by company-specific developments. MarketWatch reports that Pfizer won its bid for the obesity-drug maker Metsera after topping a rival bid from Novo Nordisk, signaling intensifying investment and competition in the weight-loss and cardiometabolic therapeutic space. CNBC also spotlights Amgen discussing new cholesterol drug-trial results—another reminder that large-cap pharma catalysts remain a key driver for the group.
Financials (XLF) are up modestly premarket (about 0.4%). The payments ecosystem remains in focus following MarketWatch’s coverage of a proposed settlement between Visa and Mastercard and merchants that could offer stores more latitude to steer away from rewards-heavy cards—implications for network pricing power and consumer behavior bear watching. Broader bank and diversified financial sentiment will also take cues from the Treasury auction slate and curve shape, given impacts on net interest margins and securities portfolios.
Energy (XLE) is approximately flat in extended hours, a notable divergence from a firmer crude tape indicated by USO. This could reflect crosswinds between commodity prices, integrated and services company exposures, and broader macro risk appetite. As always, a sustained follow-through in oil would tend to re-rate the group, but for now the premarket signal is neutral.
Bonds: duration bid ahead of supply
Treasuries look marginally stronger into the open. TLT’s last extended-hours trade of 89.94 is roughly 0.4% above its previous close, while IEF is a touch higher (~0.07%). SHY is essentially unchanged. The move aligns with the existing curve snapshot that shows longer-term yields meaningfully above front-end rates, and suggests some demand for duration ahead of the week’s issuance. The auction schedule highlighted by MarketWatch—about $125 billion across maturities—will be an important test of investor appetite and can influence both absolute yields and term premium. With medium- and long-term inflation expectations anchored near 2.3%, as per market and model estimates, any material shifts in auction tails or bid-to-cover ratios could be read through to equity valuations and FX.
Commodities: gold, silver, and oil firmer; broad basket gains
Precious metals are strong in early trading. GLD’s last extended-hours print at 380.74 is about 3.4% above its prior close, and SLV’s 46.45 is roughly 5.8% higher. The bid for metals fits with the modest decline in Treasury yields implied by the uptick in duration ETFs and with ongoing macro uncertainty tied to the shutdown and pending data releases. Whether this reflects a flight to safety, an inflation hedge, or simply momentum is unclear from today’s inputs, but the magnitude of the move is notable.
Energy commodities are also firmer. USO’s last extended-hours trade at 72.43 is about 1.6% above its previous close, while UNG is up about 1.3%. The diversified commodities basket DBC is approximately 1.3% higher. A firmer commodities complex can be a double-edged sword for equities—supporting energy producers’ earnings while potentially pressuring margins elsewhere—so follow-through during regular hours will be important for sector dispersion today.
FX and crypto: euro edges up, crypto slips
In FX, EURUSD marks around 1.1600, modestly above its stated open, indicating a slightly softer U.S. dollar tone into the session. With medium-term inflation expectations anchored and Treasuries bid, a mild softening in the dollar is directionally consistent and can be supportive for U.S. multinationals’ earnings translations and for commodities priced in dollars.
Crypto is weaker. BTCUSD marks near 104,327, down about 1.3% from its stated open; ETHUSD near 3,530 is about 1.2% lower. MarketWatch notes that bitcoin had been flirting with bear-market territory last week and that buy-the-dip behavior may be less reflexive than earlier in the year. Separately, MarketWatch reports that Jim Chanos declared victory in his bet against MicroStrategy (MSTR), citing questions about the company’s business model and a stalling bitcoin price—another source of pressure for crypto-adjacent equities. For broader risk assets, softer crypto does not preclude gains in equities but can signal a cooling in speculative activity at the margin.
Notable company and thematic developments from the newsflow
- Government shutdown end hopes: Multiple outlets point to progress that fueled Monday’s rally and supportive overseas tone today. A reopening would likely release delayed economic data in a compressed window, beginning with the September employment report, which could introduce near-term volatility as markets recalibrate.
- AI and data centers: Coverage underscores both optimism and caution. CoreWeave’s beat (MarketWatch) argues demand remains strong. Conversely, commentary about potential pressure tied to CoreWeave and SoftBank’s exit from Nvidia stock highlights how financing needs and investor positioning can amplify swings. A broader MarketWatch piece details that Big Tech may need roughly $1.5 trillion to finance the AI buildout across Wall Street structures—underscoring capital intensity as a key investment theme.
- Health care catalysts: Pfizer’s successful pursuit of Metsera (MarketWatch) and discussion of cholesterol drug results at Amgen (CNBC) keep the category in focus. Given XLV’s premarket strength, investors may be leaning into defensiveness plus innovation-led growth.
- Consumer and EVs: MarketWatch reports Tesla continues to lose ground in China, contributing to concerns about another annual sales decline—an overhang for EV sentiment. Beyond Meat’s widening losses and shrinking distribution serve as a reminder that consumer discretionary and staples dynamics remain highly selective.
- Payments: The proposed Visa/Mastercard settlement (MarketWatch) could eventually influence the economics of rewards programs and merchant steering, with second-order effects on consumer behavior. The near-term market impact is uncertain but worth monitoring.
- Airlines and travel: Despite widespread cancellations amid the shutdown, MarketWatch notes airline stocks managed a surprisingly good week—illustrating the interplay between capacity cuts and pricing. Separately, CNBC highlights worsening disruptions and temporary incentives for crews to keep schedules moving.
Outlook: what to watch next
- Treasury auctions and term premium: With about $125 billion in issuance highlighted this week, auction performance (tails, bid-to-cover, indirect participation) can sway the 10-year and 30-year points, influencing equity valuations, the dollar, and gold.
- Shutdown path and data flood: Progress toward reopening would likely compress a backlog of key data releases. MarketWatch points to the September employment report as potentially first out. Expect the labor prints and delayed inflation data to drive cross-asset volatility.
- Sector breadth and AI leadership: Watch whether Technology’s premarket leadership (XLK) persists through the day, and whether participation widens into cyclicals (XLF, XLE) and small caps (IWM). The AI tape remains headline-sensitive around financing, supplier guidance, and infrastructure demand updates.
- Commodities follow-through: Precious metals’ outsized premarket gains and firmer oil and nat gas merit attention. Sustained strength could support energy equities and commodity-linked currencies while challenging rate-cut hopes if interpreted as reflationary.
- Crypto tone: BTC and ETH softness, alongside negative single-name headlines (MSTR), could continue to dampen speculative risk appetite at the margin.
Risks
- Policy timing risk: Any setback in efforts to end the shutdown could reintroduce downside volatility across travel, consumer, and government-exposed sectors and delay critical data.
- Supply indigestion: A weak read-through from Treasury auctions could cheapen the long end, pressure duration-sensitive equities, and firm the dollar.
- AI capital intensity: Financing needs and shifting ownership (e.g., SoftBank’s exit from Nvidia stock) may compound volatility, particularly if project timelines or ROI assumptions are challenged.
- Commodity shock: A rapid upswing in oil or broad commodities could tighten financial conditions via inflation expectations, complicating the rates outlook.
- Data whiplash: A compressed release of delayed macro data could produce outsized market reactions, especially if results diverge from consensus narratives formed during the data blackout.
Bottom line
Into the open, the balance of evidence points to a constructive risk tone—equities firmer led by Tech and Health Care, duration modestly bid, and commodities broadly up—with the euro slightly stronger and crypto modestly weaker. The day’s trajectory will likely hinge on Treasury auction dynamics, incremental shutdown headlines, and whether early sector leadership can broaden. With inflation expectations anchored and the curve less inverted than earlier this year, the setup favors selective risk-taking—tempered by the recognition that a coming data deluge and heavy supply could challenge today’s calm.
Markets are setting up for a constructive start to Tuesday’s session, with U.S. equity ETFs pointing higher in premarket trading, commodities broadly firmer, and Treasury ETFs modestly bid. The backdrop mixes improving sentiment around a potential end to the U.S. government shutdown with an active macro slate in the bond market and a still-vigorous debate over the durability of the artificial intelligence trade.
At 9:10 a.m. ET, proxies for the major U.S. equity indices were trading above their prior closes in extended hours. SPY is indicating an open roughly 1.3% above its prior close, QQQ about 1.8% higher, DIA about 0.9% higher, and IWM about 0.7% higher based on last extended-hours prints versus their previous closes. Sector indications are constructive as well: XLK (Technology) is up about 1.9% premarket, XLV (Health Care) up about 1.0%, and XLF (Financials) modestly higher; XLE (Energy) is little changed.
Macro context: yields, inflation, and expectations
The Treasury curve snapshot (as of 11/7) shows the 10-year at 4.11% and the 30-year at 4.70%, with the 2-year and 5-year at 3.55% and 3.67%, respectively. That configuration reflects a curve that is less inverted than earlier this year—short maturities below the long end—consistent with recent equity leadership from longer-duration exposures and the supportive bid in long-duration bond ETFs this morning. On the inflation side, the latest CPI index levels (September) stand at 324.368 on the headline and 330.542 on core. While that provides a level reference rather than a rate of change, market-based inflation expectations remain contained: five-year breakevens at 2.36%, ten-year at 2.31%, and the 5y5y forward at 2.25%. A one-year model estimate sits at about 2.74%, suggesting near-term inflation is still perceived as somewhat firmer than the medium-term anchor but not accelerating.
The policy and data calendar remain in flux due to the shutdown, but reports suggest an end could be near. MarketWatch highlights that a reopening could unleash a raft of delayed economic releases, with the September employment report likely first in the queue. In the meantime, the bond market will set an important tone: a MarketWatch piece notes roughly $125 billion in Treasury auctions ahead, which can influence term premiums and risk sentiment even in the absence of fresh macro data.
Equities and sectors: tech leads, health care in focus, financials firm
Equity risk appetite is broadening at the open. SPY’s last extended-hours trade at 679.86 is about 1.3% above its previous close (670.97). QQQ trades near 620.43, roughly 1.8% above its prior close (609.74), indicating Big Tech strength despite mixed headlines around AI infrastructure names. DIA and IWM are both pointing higher—about 0.9% and 0.7%, respectively—supporting a risk-on tone beyond the megacap cohort.
Within sectors, Technology (XLK) shows premarket leadership, with last extended-hours levels roughly 1.9% above its previous close. The AI narrative remains dominant across the newsflow but not monolithic in tone. MarketWatch reports that CoreWeave posted a revenue and earnings beat with large cloud deals, arguing the AI trade is "far from over." Counterpoints include commentary that Big Tech could see pressure tied to CoreWeave stock weakness, and that SoftBank has fully exited its Nvidia stake to pursue other AI bets—both potential sources of volatility for sentiment in the AI supply chain. Another MarketWatch piece underscores that analysts still see robust end demand for Nvidia despite recent concerns about an AI bubble. Taken together, the premarket tape suggests investors are leaning into AI exposure this morning, but the headlines reinforce that leadership could remain rotational and headline-sensitive.
Health Care (XLV) also points higher—about 1.0% above its prior close—supported by company-specific developments. MarketWatch reports that Pfizer won its bid for the obesity-drug maker Metsera after topping a rival bid from Novo Nordisk, signaling intensifying investment and competition in the weight-loss and cardiometabolic therapeutic space. CNBC also spotlights Amgen discussing new cholesterol drug-trial results—another reminder that large-cap pharma catalysts remain a key driver for the group.
Financials (XLF) are up modestly premarket (about 0.4%). The payments ecosystem remains in focus following MarketWatch’s coverage of a proposed settlement between Visa and Mastercard and merchants that could offer stores more latitude to steer away from rewards-heavy cards—implications for network pricing power and consumer behavior bear watching. Broader bank and diversified financial sentiment will also take cues from the Treasury auction slate and curve shape, given impacts on net interest margins and securities portfolios.
Energy (XLE) is approximately flat in extended hours, a notable divergence from a firmer crude tape indicated by USO. This could reflect crosswinds between commodity prices, integrated and services company exposures, and broader macro risk appetite. As always, a sustained follow-through in oil would tend to re-rate the group, but for now the premarket signal is neutral.
Bonds: duration bid ahead of supply
Treasuries look marginally stronger into the open. TLT’s last extended-hours trade of 89.94 is roughly 0.4% above its previous close, while IEF is a touch higher (~0.07%). SHY is essentially unchanged. The move aligns with the existing curve snapshot that shows longer-term yields meaningfully above front-end rates, and suggests some demand for duration ahead of the week’s issuance. The auction schedule highlighted by MarketWatch—about $125 billion across maturities—will be an important test of investor appetite and can influence both absolute yields and term premium. With medium- and long-term inflation expectations anchored near 2.3%, as per market and model estimates, any material shifts in auction tails or bid-to-cover ratios could be read through to equity valuations and FX.
Commodities: gold, silver, and oil firmer; broad basket gains
Precious metals are strong in early trading. GLD’s last extended-hours print at 380.74 is about 3.4% above its prior close, and SLV’s 46.45 is roughly 5.8% higher. The bid for metals fits with the modest decline in Treasury yields implied by the uptick in duration ETFs and with ongoing macro uncertainty tied to the shutdown and pending data releases. Whether this reflects a flight to safety, an inflation hedge, or simply momentum is unclear from today’s inputs, but the magnitude of the move is notable.
Energy commodities are also firmer. USO’s last extended-hours trade at 72.43 is about 1.6% above its previous close, while UNG is up about 1.3%. The diversified commodities basket DBC is approximately 1.3% higher. A firmer commodities complex can be a double-edged sword for equities—supporting energy producers’ earnings while potentially pressuring margins elsewhere—so follow-through during regular hours will be important for sector dispersion today.
FX and crypto: euro edges up, crypto slips
In FX, EURUSD marks around 1.1600, modestly above its stated open, indicating a slightly softer U.S. dollar tone into the session. With medium-term inflation expectations anchored and Treasuries bid, a mild softening in the dollar is directionally consistent and can be supportive for U.S. multinationals’ earnings translations and for commodities priced in dollars.
Crypto is weaker. BTCUSD marks near 104,327, down about 1.3% from its stated open; ETHUSD near 3,530 is about 1.2% lower. MarketWatch notes that bitcoin had been flirting with bear-market territory last week and that buy-the-dip behavior may be less reflexive than earlier in the year. Separately, MarketWatch reports that Jim Chanos declared victory in his bet against MicroStrategy (MSTR), citing questions about the company’s business model and a stalling bitcoin price—another source of pressure for crypto-adjacent equities. For broader risk assets, softer crypto does not preclude gains in equities but can signal a cooling in speculative activity at the margin.
Notable company and thematic developments from the newsflow
- Government shutdown end hopes: Multiple outlets point to progress that fueled Monday’s rally and supportive overseas tone today. A reopening would likely release delayed economic data in a compressed window, beginning with the September employment report, which could introduce near-term volatility as markets recalibrate.
- AI and data centers: Coverage underscores both optimism and caution. CoreWeave’s beat (MarketWatch) argues demand remains strong. Conversely, commentary about potential pressure tied to CoreWeave and SoftBank’s exit from Nvidia stock highlights how financing needs and investor positioning can amplify swings. A broader MarketWatch piece details that Big Tech may need roughly $1.5 trillion to finance the AI buildout across Wall Street structures—underscoring capital intensity as a key investment theme.
- Health care catalysts: Pfizer’s successful pursuit of Metsera (MarketWatch) and discussion of cholesterol drug results at Amgen (CNBC) keep the category in focus. Given XLV’s premarket strength, investors may be leaning into defensiveness plus innovation-led growth.
- Consumer and EVs: MarketWatch reports Tesla continues to lose ground in China, contributing to concerns about another annual sales decline—an overhang for EV sentiment. Beyond Meat’s widening losses and shrinking distribution serve as a reminder that consumer discretionary and staples dynamics remain highly selective.
- Payments: The proposed Visa/Mastercard settlement (MarketWatch) could eventually influence the economics of rewards programs and merchant steering, with second-order effects on consumer behavior. The near-term market impact is uncertain but worth monitoring.
- Airlines and travel: Despite widespread cancellations amid the shutdown, MarketWatch notes airline stocks managed a surprisingly good week—illustrating the interplay between capacity cuts and pricing. Separately, CNBC highlights worsening disruptions and temporary incentives for crews to keep schedules moving.
Outlook: what to watch next
- Treasury auctions and term premium: With about $125 billion in issuance highlighted this week, auction performance (tails, bid-to-cover, indirect participation) can sway the 10-year and 30-year points, influencing equity valuations, the dollar, and gold.
- Shutdown path and data flood: Progress toward reopening would likely compress a backlog of key data releases. MarketWatch points to the September employment report as potentially first out. Expect the labor prints and delayed inflation data to drive cross-asset volatility.
- Sector breadth and AI leadership: Watch whether Technology’s premarket leadership (XLK) persists through the day, and whether participation widens into cyclicals (XLF, XLE) and small caps (IWM). The AI tape remains headline-sensitive around financing, supplier guidance, and infrastructure demand updates.
- Commodities follow-through: Precious metals’ outsized premarket gains and firmer oil and nat gas merit attention. Sustained strength could support energy equities and commodity-linked currencies while challenging rate-cut hopes if interpreted as reflationary.
- Crypto tone: BTC and ETH softness, alongside negative single-name headlines (MSTR), could continue to dampen speculative risk appetite at the margin.
Risks
- Policy timing risk: Any setback in efforts to end the shutdown could reintroduce downside volatility across travel, consumer, and government-exposed sectors and delay critical data.
- Supply indigestion: A weak read-through from Treasury auctions could cheapen the long end, pressure duration-sensitive equities, and firm the dollar.
- AI capital intensity: Financing needs and shifting ownership (e.g., SoftBank’s exit from Nvidia stock) may compound volatility, particularly if project timelines or ROI assumptions are challenged.
- Commodity shock: A rapid upswing in oil or broad commodities could tighten financial conditions via inflation expectations, complicating the rates outlook.
- Data whiplash: A compressed release of delayed macro data could produce outsized market reactions, especially if results diverge from consensus narratives formed during the data blackout.
Bottom line
Into the open, the balance of evidence points to a constructive risk tone—equities firmer led by Tech and Health Care, duration modestly bid, and commodities broadly up—with the euro slightly stronger and crypto modestly weaker. The day’s trajectory will likely hinge on Treasury auction dynamics, incremental shutdown headlines, and whether early sector leadership can broaden. With inflation expectations anchored and the curve less inverted than earlier this year, the setup favors selective risk-taking—tempered by the recognition that a coming data deluge and heavy supply could challenge today’s calm.