From Barchart: 2025-06-09 08:23:00

U.S. stock index futures dipped on Sunday evening ahead of crucial trade talks and U.S. inflation data. Global trade concerns and civil unrest in Los Angeles weighed on investor confidence, with the National Guard deployed to control protests against President Trump’s immigration policies.

S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones futures were slightly lower in early trade, following Friday’s close at 6,000.36, the S&P 500’s highest level since February.

Focus shifts to U.S.-China trade talks in London as officials attempt to break an impasse over tariffs, chip export controls, and rare earth supply restrictions. Negotiations have stalled on sensitive tech and trade issues despite high-level discussions between President Trump and President Xi.

Investors await Wednesday’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, expecting a modest uptick in inflation for May driven by higher electricity costs and trade tariffs. Key economic data will shape expectations around the Federal Reserve’s interest rate path following Friday’s strong payrolls report.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) will hold its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on Monday, providing insights into strategic shifts amid sluggish stock performance. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) rebounded sharply Friday, boosting broader tech sentiment after a turbulent week for CEO Elon Musk.



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