# Financial Market Preview - Thursday 20-Aug

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Podcast: [FactSet U.S. Daily Market Preview](https://stenobird.com/podcast/factset-u-s-daily-market-preview-128793)
Published: 2026-08-20T09:10:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.factset.com/podcasts
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## Resource

US equity futures are modestly lower, while Asian equities are mostly higher, and European equities are slightly softer. The Treasury rally remains a key market focus after the US Treasury announced an increase in long-dated debt buybacks, although questions remain over whether the move can sustainably contain longer-term yields. July FOMC minutes were somewhat dovish on the inflation outlook but did little to change rate expectations. Middle East developments remain an influence through energy markets, while the US has announced an intensified economic pressure campaign against Iran without providing specific details. Companies Mentioned: Banco Santander, Webster Financial Corp, JD, CECONOMY

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