Major U.S. equity indices are trading higher: the S&P 500 has edged up around +0.26% and the Nasdaq Composite is up roughly +0.61%. 
• According to BlackRock Investment Institute, the U.S. market backdrop is improving on hopes of a more supportive monetary policy, with stocks hitting fresh highs. 
• However, Morningstar cautions that equities are trading at elevated valuations amid a backdrop of slowing global growth and concentrated gains in sectors like artificial intelligence.
Short-term bias: Bullish — the market trend is positive, momentum remains, and the macro backdrop is improving.
• Watch for cues:
• Any surprise inflation or hawkish Fed commentary → could trigger a pullback.
• Signs of softer economic growth or weaker corporate earnings → may give another push higher.
• Risk management: With valuations elevated and gains concentrated, maintain discipline. Tight stop-losses, monitor sector dispersion, and avoid over-leverage.
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