Futures Climb as Strong Jobs Data Refocuses Wall Street on Fed Policy
U.S. stock futures edged higher after a surprisingly strong jobs report reignited debate over the Federal Reserve’s next moves on interest rates. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posted early gains, signaling renewed confidence following a volatile stretch in the markets. The robust labor data underscored the economy’s resilience, but it also complicated expectations for near‑term rate cuts. A hotter‑than‑expected job market can give the Fed reason to keep borrowing costs elevated longer than investors had hoped. As a result, traders are now watching upcoming inflation readings and corporate earnings for clearer direction. Tech shares continued to draw attention, with some companies facing pressure from margin concerns even as enthusiasm around artificial intelligence remains strong. Market participants are preparing for additional economic data later in the week that could further shape the outlook for monetary policy and equity performa...
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