Stock Market News: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Futures Climb Ahead of Key Inflation Report

U.S. stock market futures moved higher as investors positioned themselves ahead of a crucial U.S. inflation report that could shape market direction in the near term. Futures linked to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq showed clear gains during early trading hours, reflecting cautious optimism across global financial markets. Traders are closely watching inflation trends because they directly influence interest rate expectations, corporate earnings outlooks, and overall investor sentiment.