5 things to know before the market opens Friday

This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Happy Friday. Congratulations to the NFL’s first-round draft picks. CNBC’s Alex Sherman spoke to No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza ahead of his big night. Stock futures are mixed this morning after a negative day for all three major indexes. Here are five…

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Economist Mark Zandi sees the Fed surprising with three rate cuts in first half of 2026

Labor market weakness, uncertainty about inflation and political pressure will push the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates aggressively in the early part of 2026, according to Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics. Though markets and Fed officials themselves see only modest easing in the year ahead, Zandi expects the central bank to enact…

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₹5.5 lakh red saree and a corset twist: Disha Patani just rewrote desi glam rules

Disha Patani made a striking appearance in a fiery red Tarun Tahiliani saree, blending tradition with modern runway drama. The outfit featured a fitted corset top and a flowing pallu, creating a bold yet recognizably Indian look. Minimal styling and statement jewellery complemented the Kanjivaram-inspired concept sari, making it a memorable fashion moment. Bollywood red…

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