🔔 Before the Bell: U.S. stock futures are steady, with major index futures down around 0.2%, as markets monitor Bitcoin’s recent volatility, firmer Treasury yields, and expectations for an 85% chance of a Fed rate cut next week.

Bitcoin is stabilizing near $86,480 after Monday’s sharp drop below $84,000, though it remains down more than $18,000 in November. Gold is slightly lower at $4,214 per ounce as higher U.S. yields weigh on demand, while oil prices are relatively stable, with Brent at $63.04 and WTI at $59.27, supported by recent gains despite mixed geopolitical signals.

Investors are also looking to Marvell Technology’s earnings later today, with analysts expecting $0.74 EPS and noting potential strategic expansion through a reported $5B+ acquisition in the AI chip space. 3-min today's market recap >>