Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Slip as Wall Street Awaits Key Earnings Reports

The U.S. stock market began the week with a slight pullback as Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures slipped, reflecting a cautious mood across Wall Street. Investors are preparing for a crucial round of earnings reports that could shape the direction of the market for the rest of the month. With expectations high and valuations already stretched, the next phase of trading will be defined by how strongly top companies perform against analyst forecasts.