U.S. equity futures surged sharply over the course of May 11 and May 12, 2025, reflecting strong investor optimism. The S&P 500 futures initially rose by approximately 1.3% to 1.4% in early trading, with gains extending to 3.2% by midday on May 12. Nasdaq futures increased by 1.5% to 4%, while the Dow Jones futures climbed about 1.3%. The Russell 2000 futures showed the most pronounced rally, advancing nearly 5% during the session. Commodities also experienced notable movements, with oil prices rising 3.8% and gold prices declining by 4%. The upward momentum in futures marked some of the highest levels seen since the previous Thursday, indicating broad-based strength across major U.S. stock indices and commodities markets.