Stock futures rise slightly as investors look to earnings to keep lifting market to records: Live updates
What drove stock futures to rise slightly overnight?
Stock futures rose slightly overnight as investors prepared for a week of key corporate earnings reports, which could potentially extend the market's rally to new records this year4. More than 40 S&P 500 companies are set to report second-quarter earnings this week. Additionally, traders were monitoring developments around the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, although its impact on markets is expected to be minimal.
How much did Dow Jones futures rise overnight?
Dow Jones futures rose by 60 points, or 0.2%, in overnight trading on Sunday, as investors prepared for a significant week of corporate earnings reports. This comes after the blue-chip Dow recently reached a new all-time high above 40,000, with year-to-date gains at 6.1%.
What percentage gain did the S&P 500 futures post?
S&P 500 futures added 0.1% in overnight trading Sunday, as investors prepared for a week of key corporate earnings reports. The market's rally could extend to new records this year, with the S&P 500 having already jumped 18% in 2024. Over 40 S&P 500 companies are set to report second-quarter earnings this week.