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Wall Street Futures Tick Higher as 2026 Trading Begins

U.S. stock futures moved higher early Friday, signaling a confident start to the first trading session of 2026. The gains follow a strong multi‑year run for equities and come as investors look ahead to a new year of economic and corporate developments. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures edged up, S&P 500 futures posted a modest rise, and Nasdaq futures led the early advance with a stronger uptick. The move reflects continued enthusiasm for technology and growth‑oriented sectors, which helped drive markets through much of the previous year. Despite bouts of volatility in late 2025, major indexes closed the year with solid performance, supported by resilient consumer spending, easing inflation pressures, and expectations of a more accommodative monetary environment. As 2026 begins, traders are watching several themes: the timing and pace of potential interest‑rate cuts, the durability of tech‑sector leadership, and whether gains will broaden across more industries. Early future...

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Houthi Rebels Continue Reckless Attacks on Commercial Ships in Red Sea Despite Increased Trade Traffic


According to a recent news article, the Houthi rebels have continued their attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, despite the increase in trade traffic.

The commander of US naval forces in the Middle East has warned that the Houthis show no signs of ending their “reckless” attacks, which have included the use of ballistic missiles and drones. The US military has responded to these attacks by sinking three Houthi boats. The attacks have led to the suspension of Maersk’s Red Sea sailings.


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