Stock market update: Futures for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq dip as concerns about AI rise and investors await Fed meeting minutes

US Stock Futures Remain Steady as Investors Await Key Economic Updates

On Tuesday evening, US stock futures showed little movement after a quiet session on Wall Street. Market participants are now focused on upcoming data that could provide fresh insights into inflation trends and the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy direction.

Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 hovered just below unchanged levels, while Nasdaq 100 futures slipped by 0.1%.

During the regular trading session, major indices managed to notch slight advances. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite edged up by approximately 0.1%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained nearly 32 points, representing a rise of just under 0.1%.

Technology stocks, especially within the software sector, continued to face downward pressure. Investors are still evaluating how artificial intelligence might reshape business strategies and intensify competition. For example, business analytics and bitcoin investor MicroStrategy dropped 3%, while cybersecurity company CrowdStrike declined by 3.6%.

Looking ahead, market watchers are anticipating the release of the Federal Reserve’s January meeting minutes on Wednesday, which could offer further clues about policymakers’ views. The most significant economic report of the week arrives Friday, when the personal consumption expenditures price index will be published.

On the earnings front, results from DoorDash, eBay, and Analog Devices are scheduled for release on Wednesday.