Stock futures are little changed as traders brace for January consumer inflation report: Live updates
Published On Feb 11, 2025, 6:02 PM
On February 11, stock futures showed little change as traders awaited the report on January consumer inflation. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose slightly, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures remained close to flat. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that the Fed is not rushing to lower interest rates, and traders are concerned about potential impacts from tariffs introduced by President Trump. The upcoming inflation report is expected to provide additional market signals, with economists predicting a 0.3% increase in inflation from the previous month.
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Investors should consider the potential volatility surrounding the upcoming inflation report and policy statements from the Fed. The lack of direction in the futures indicates uncertainty in the market. Overall, the economic resilience may provide some support for equities despite tariff concerns.
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