Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures rise before Fed decision
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- Dow Jones futures gained 0.5%, marking a second consecutive winning day.
- S&P 500 futures rose 0.5% as the market steadied after the Iran war shock.
- Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.7%, showing tech resilience.
- Oil prices retreated over 1% (WTI) and 0.2% (Brent) after a recent surge.
- European shares extended gains as oil fell, according to the Economic Times.
- Fed expected to keep rates unchanged at 3.5‑3.75% and release its Summary of Economic Projections.
- Micron, General Mills, and Macy’s are slated to report earnings later today.
Why it matters: Futures signal investor confidence despite geopolitical tension and the Fed’s looming policy cue.
