Globex futures trading is reflecting a ‘wait-and-see’

Globex futures trading is reflecting a ‘wait-and-see’ approach from fund managers as they monitor upcoming GDP revisions. S&P 500 E-minis oscillating between 5,205–5,215 signal indecision before macro catalysts hit. CME Group's trading venue is a key marketplace for U.S. institutional investors to trade crypto derivatives. It's the world's leading exchange for BTC and ETH futures by open interest, with $16.8 billion and $9.8 billion in notional value of contracts, respectively, CoinGlass data shows. On Monday, May 26th, 2025, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq (and other equity exchanges) markets will be closed for Memorial Day. However, CME Globex futures will have extended trading hours from Sunday, May 25th, at 6:00 PM (ET), and again from 6:00 PM (ET) on Monday, May 26th: This includes the E-mini S&P 500 futures (ES) and Nasdaq futures contract (NQ) (and others). Full details can be found at the CME website. Interest rates and more will also open for Sunday evening trade. Market sentiment is cautious due to stronger-than-expected U.S. job data, which may pressure Fed policy expectations. Traders are closely monitoring resistance at 5,