Wall Street Faces Mixed Signals Ahead of Key Economic Reports
Premarket trading on Wall Street reflects a cautious stance as stock futures for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq indicate a lower opening following a week of impressive gains. Investors are weighing the impact of recent retail sales reports, which showed weaker-than-expected data, and are bracing for upcoming economic indicators, including the Producer Price Index (PPI) and key corporate earnings. Additionally, the ongoing effects of tariff policies and a mixed week of profit reports add to the uncertainty in the market. While some Asian stocks show positive movement, U.S. stocks appear to be pausing for breath as they hover near record highs, with certain sectors like Moderna and Airbnb in focus.
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