The Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved a record close, bolstered by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's hints at potential interest rate cuts. Investors are optimistic as market indicators point toward growth, with significant gains across major indices.
Stock futures are flat as investors anticipate new developments in U.S.-China trade talks. With minor gains in major indices, the focus is on potential agreements to avoid hefty tariffs.
Markets open cautiously as S&P 500 and Nasdaq show a subdued start amidst concerns over trade controls and awaited earnings reports. Dow Jones rises slightly while Nasdaq drops.
