<div id="readability-page-1"><div id="contentdata"> <div>  <h2>US stock futures rise as Wall Street braces for tech-heavy earnings week and key macro data</h2> </div>  <p>US stock futures edged higher on Monday, as markets tried to recover from last week’s tariff-driven slide and geared up for a heavy slate of earnings, economic data, and commentary from Federal Reserve officials.</p><p>Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 212 points, or 0.5%, while S&amp;P 500 futures gained 0.6% and Nasdaq 100 futures added 0.8%. The rebound follows a bruising Friday session, where all three major indices slumped after a weak July jobs report and renewed tariff concerns triggered by President Donald Trump’s updated “reciprocal” duties on dozens of trading partners.</p><p><strong>Earnings week: Tech, consumer and pharma in focus</strong></p><p>Investors now turn to a crucial week of corporate earnings, with big-name tech firms, drugmakers, and consumer giants set to report.</p><p>AI-focused Palantir Technologies kicks off the action on Monday, trading near record highs amid continued optimism around artificial intelligence spending. Chipmaker AMD is scheduled to report on Tuesday, with investor attention on its MI350 chips, seen as a potential competitor to Nvidia’s dominance. Uber Technologies, another closely watched name, will report Wednesday, with analysts expecting solid numbers on strong mobility demand.</p><p>On the consumer side, McDonald’s and Disney are in focus, both reporting Wednesday. McDonald’s has flagged weaker traffic from middle-income households, while Disney heads into results after raising its full-year profit outlook last quarter, boosted by streaming subscriber growth.</p><p>Pharma earnings are also on the radar, with Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Amgen, and Novo Nordisk set to report. Novo’s results will be watched for updates on Ozempic and Wegovy sales after the Danish drugmaker cut guidance, while Eli Lilly's Thursday report follows earlier margin pressure due to high R&amp;D costs.</p><p>Beyond earnings, markets will watch a slew of macroeconomic releases this week. Tuesday’s US trade deficit data comes as investors assess the early impact of Trump’s tariff revisions on global trade dynamics. Factory orders, due Monday, may also indicate whether new duties are translating into any uptick in domestic manufacturing.</p><p>Other key releases include productivity numbers, consumer credit, and weekly jobless claims — all of which could further shape rate expectations.</p><p>The Fed last week held its benchmark rate steady for a fifth straight meeting, but two dissenting voices supported a cut. This week, investors will parse commentary from several central bank officials — including San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly (Wednesday), Atlanta Fed’s Raphael Bostic (Thursday), and St. Louis Fed’s Alberto Musalem (Friday) — for clues on whether a September rate cut remains on the table.</p><p><strong>August’s seasonal drag</strong></p><p>Adding to the cautious tone is August’s track record. Historically, it’s the worst month for the Dow and among the most volatile for the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq, per the Stock Trader’s Almanac.</p><p>With trade policy, central bank signals, and sector-specific earnings all converging this week, market volatility is expected to stay elevated — even as futures start the week on firmer footing.</p><p><em>Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by experts on Moneycontrol.com are their own and not those of the website or its management. Moneycontrol.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.​​​</em></p></div></div>

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<p>US stock futures rose as Wall Street prepares for a tech-heavy earnings week and key macroeconomic data. Futures for the Dow Jones increased by 0.5%, S&P 500 by 0.6%, and Nasdaq 100 by 0.8%. Major companies like Palantir, AMD, Uber, McDonald's, and Disney are set to report earnings. Investors are also focused on macroeconomic releases, including trade deficit data and productivity numbers, which may influence Federal Reserve rate expectations. August is historically a volatile month for stocks, adding to market caution.</p>

- US stock futures rose as markets prepared for a significant week of tech earnings and macroeconomic data.  
- Key companies reporting include Palantir, AMD, Uber, McDonald's, and Disney, with attention on their performance amid economic concerns.  
- Investors will also monitor trade deficit data and Federal Reserve commentary, as August historically brings increased market volatility.  