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Your daily horoscope: February 2, 2026

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY You can sense that changes are coming and that means you will be ready for them. While everyone else is running around in a panic this year you will be the picture of calm, making you well placed to take advantage of what occurs. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Something you once believed without question won’t look so cut and dried today and you may have to consider the possibility that you got it seriously wrong. But so what? You are human like everyone else – and it’s really no big deal. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): If someone refuses to give you what you want today you will, of course, be angry about it. But further down the line you may look back and recognize they made that decision for your own good. For now though, let them know you are not amused. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): Make an effort to stand outside yourself and see what effect your choices and your actions have on other people. You probably don’t realize that what you do, and even what you sa...

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Market Watch: U.S. Stock Futures Hold Steady Amid Trade Talks

U.S. stock index futures remained subdued on Friday following a strong rally in the previous session. Investors are closely monitoring upcoming trade discussions between U.S. and Chinese representatives in Switzerland, which could shape market sentiment heading into next week.

The recent rally was fueled by a new trade agreement between the United States and Britain, sparking optimism that similar deals could ease global trade tensions. However, analysts caution that the limited scope of the agreement raises questions about its broader impact.

Meanwhile, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged heightened risks of inflation and unemployment, leaving markets in a wait-and-watch mode. At 5:36 a.m. ET, Dow E-minis were down 48 points (0.12%), while S&P 500 E-minis and Nasdaq 100 E-minis showed slight gains.

Investors will also be keeping an eye on corporate earnings, with notable movements in stocks such as Trade Desk, Pinterest, and Expedia in premarket trading. The outcome of the U.S.-China talks could set the tone for next week's market direction.


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