U.S. stock futures pointed lower, signaling potential continuation of the prior session's declines. Investors are bracing for a busy week filled with corporate earnings reports and key economic data releases. Sentiment is also impacted by the ongoing drop in gold and silver prices, and the latest slide in Bitcoin, all contributing to a risk-off mood across markets.

Gold prices extended their drop, trading well below the $5,000 mark after a sharp decline. Analysts attribute the metals' downturn to a stronger dollar and profit-taking after recent gains. Cryptocurrencies also felt the pressure, with Bitcoin falling below $80,000. This decline is partly linked to cautious investor sentiment ahead of potential monetary policy shifts.

Oracle announced plans to raise between $45 billion and $50 billion in 2026 through debt and equity to bolster its AI and cloud infrastructure. The company's substantial equity issuance is a notable move in the AI sector. Furthermore, Disney is under the spotlight as the entertainment giant prepares to release earnings, with potential leadership changes also drawing attention.

What happens next? Investors will closely watch corporate earnings and economic data for insights into the U.S. economy's health. The market's reaction to potential changes at the Federal Reserve and the ongoing evolution of the AI sector will also be crucial. The focus remains on how these factors will impact the broader market.