U.S. stock index futures have edged higher as investors cautiously prepare for upcoming corporate earnings while navigating ongoing uncertainties surrounding President Donald Trump’s trade policies. The sentiment in the market is still fragile as the outlook for U.S. economic activity remains uncertain.

Futures and Market Sentiment

• Pre-Market Gains:

  • At 05:35 ET (09:35 GMT):

  • Dow Jones Futures rose 72 points (0.2%).

  • S&P 500 Futures gained 14 points (0.3%).

  • Nasdaq 100 Futures climbed 75 points (0.4%).

• Recent Market Rally: The overall market has recorded two consecutive days of gains following tariff exemptions that eased investor concerns.

Earnings Season Highlights

• Start of Earnings Season:

• Major financial institutions like Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) and Citigroup (NYSE:C) are set to report their quarterly results soon.

• Upcoming reports from companies like Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) and United Airlines (NASDAQ:UAL) are generating considerable anticipation.

Ongoing Tariff Uncertainties

• The Trump administration is examining imports within the pharmaceutical and semiconductor sectors to evaluate potential new tariffs.

• President Trump has indicated there might be possible automobile exemptions, further contributing to market uncertainty.

Commodities and Economic Outlook

• Oil and Gold Prices:

• Crude oil prices have remained stable while traders analyze mixed market signals:

• Brent futures are trading around $64.87 per barrel.

• West Texas Intermediate crude futures remain steady around $61.53 per barrel.

Market Activity and Tracking

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