Futures for S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 are up this morning, signaling a higher open for Wall Street after last week’s volatility. Bond yields are lower, supporting stock index futures. Investor focus this week is on Nvidia’s earnings report, Fed meeting minutes, and U.S. jobs data. In Friday’s trading session, major equity averages ended mixed, with semiconductor stocks falling. DoorDash was a top gainer. Fed officials express caution on further rate cuts. The White House removed duties on imported groceries. Nvidia’s earnings report is highly anticipated.

Italy’s CPI data shows a decrease in inflation. Asian stock markets closed in the red amidst tensions between China and Japan. China’s Shanghai Composite Index fell, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 closed slightly lower. Japan’s GDP contracted in Q3. Pre-market U.S. stock movers include Alphabet climbing over 4%. Today’s U.S. earnings spotlight includes Huazhu, Aramark Holdings, and more. Market participants await economic data updates and Fed meeting minutes this week. Euro Stoxx 50 Index is down as investors await Nvidia’s earnings and U.S. economic data.

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