Stronger PMI data from Europe has sparked a 65-point rise in Dow futures pre market, indicating potential spillover benefits for U.S. industrial exporters. Market focus remains on currency fluctuations impacting revenue. U.S. stock futures tumbled on Wednesday following Tuesday's advances. Futures of major benchmark indices were lower. While oil is tumbling, havens are breaking records. Gold (GC=F) trades at $3,876/oz, up +0.21% overnight and +48% year-to-date. Analysts at State Street assign a 75% probability of a breakout above $4,000 in Q4 , a level that could come sooner given the shutdown and weaker dollar backdrop. Dow futures pre market shows a lift of 70 points on renewed buying interest in financials, following stronger profit margins reported by major banks. Analysts see potential for a short-term rally if macro data doesn’t disappoint.