Stock futures slip as big tech earnings, economic data loom

Stock futures slipped Monday as investors braced for a packed week of Big Tech earnings and crucial economic reports.

• S&P 500 (ES=F): Down 0.2%
• Dow (YM=F): Down 0.2%
• Nasdaq (NQ=F): Down 0.3%

Wall Street is coming off a strong week, with the S&P 500 posting its best streak since January. Optimism grew as President Trump hinted at progress in trade talks with China.

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What to watch this week

• Big tech earnings: Apple (AAPL), Amazon (AMZN), Meta (META), and Microsoft (MSFT) report this week.
• Economic data: The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge (PCE) and April jobs data will be key.
• Trade war updates: Investors are watching for signs of easing tensions.

Other market movers

• Gold (GC=F): Fell further as trade war fears eased.
• Toyota Industries (TYIDF): Shares surged 23% after a potential buyout by Toyota Motor.
• Oil (BZ=F): Rose slightly after a volatile week, but concerns over demand linger.

Stay tuned for more updates as markets react to earnings and economic signals.