U.S. equity futures declined on Sunday as market participants positioned themselves ahead of a closely watched inflation data release.
The S&P 500 futures dropped 0.4%, while Nasdaq-100 futures fell 0.6% in early trading.
The sell-off reflects heightened sensitivity to macroeconomic indicators that directly influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory.
The upcoming inflation report is expected to provide critical insight into price pressures, particularly in the context of ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Recent coverage has highlighted how economic consequences of the U.S.-Iran conflict are being factored into market expectations, with traders monitoring both inflation metrics and bond yields for signs of persistent risk.
European markets are also expected to open in negative territory on Wednesday, with investors closely watching UK inflation data alongside persistently high bond yields.