Stock futures rose Monday as investors assessed whether Friday's sharp selloff marked a turning point or a buying opportunity. The recovery came amid easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which pushed oil prices lower. Crude futures slipped on signs that a broader regional escalation may be avoided for now, relieving some pressure on energy costs and inflation expectations.
Major indexes pointed to a higher open, with S&P 500 futures up 0.5% and Nasdaq-100 futures gaining 0.7%. Traders are also watching corporate earnings and upcoming economic data for direction. The market's ability to stabilize after Friday's drop will test whether the recent pullback was a healthy correction or the start of a deeper decline.
Source: Wall Street Journal Markets · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing