US Stock Futures Climb as Markets Reopen

US stock futures advanced on Tuesday as investors returned from the extended holiday weekend, looking ahead to key economic reports and Federal Reserve signals regarding monetary policy.

• Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all showed positive movement as traders positioned themselves for the week ahead.
• Last week, US stock indices posted solid gains, with the Dow up 0.55%, the S&P 500 rising 1.47%, and the Nasdaq surging 2.58% amid easing concerns over aggressive trade tariffs.

Investors Await FOMC Minutes and Economic Data

A major focus for investors this week is the release of the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes, which could provide further clarity on the Federal Reserve’s stance on interest rates and inflation management.

• Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that he supports holding off on rate cuts unless inflation follows a downward trajectory similar to 2024.
• Markets are also looking forward to the US Manufacturing and Services PMI reports for February, which will offer insights into the health of key sectors of the economy.
• Analysts believe that any surprises in inflation or economic growth data could impact the Fed’s monetary policy path for 2025.

Corporate Earnings in Focus

Apart from macroeconomic updates, investors are also eyeing corporate earnings results from some of the biggest US companies, including:

• Arista Networks
• Occidental Petroleum
• Analog Devices
• Walmart
• Constellation Energy

Earnings reports from these firms will help determine the strength of the US corporate sector, with particular attention on retail trends, energy markets, and technology performance.

Stock Market Recap and Outlook

Last week’s market performance was largely driven by easing trade tensions and optimism over economic resilience.

• The S&P 500 and Nasdaq saw strong gains, led by technology and growth stocks.
• The Dow posted a more modest increase, supported by blue-chip stocks in industrial and financial sectors.

Moving forward, investors will closely monitor:

1. Upcoming inflation and jobs data for clues on the Fed’s next move.
2. Corporate earnings to assess profitability and demand trends.
3. Global trade developments, as geopolitical risks continue to influence market sentiment.

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