U.S. Stock Futures Mixed Amid Earnings Reports

U.S. stock futures exhibited a mixed outlook ahead of the market's opening, reflecting investor caution following last week's sharp declines, notably the worst weekly performance since September. Futures for the Dow Jones were down 0.2%, while both S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures indicated slight gains. The focus is on upcoming earnings reports, particularly from Nvidia, whose shares fell 3% in premarket trading due to concerns over overheating issues with its new chips. Tesla's stock rose significantly by 6% after reports of President-elect Trump's plans for a federal framework on self-driving vehicles, suggesting potential regulatory easing. Economic indicators, including expectations around Federal Reserve rate cuts and inflation data, are influencing market sentiment. Investors are also closely monitoring the performance of major retailers, as the holiday shopping season approaches, amid a backdrop of rising treasury yields and mixed global market conditions.