U.S. Stock Futures Flat After S&P 500 Hits Record High Amid Government Shutdown
U.S. stock futures held steady Wednesday evening following the S&P 500's latest all-time high, shrugging off concerns about the ongoing government shutdown. Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones, and S&P 500 futures dipped marginally, signaling cautious Optimism among investors.
Equities rallied during regular trading as markets priced in expectations of a short-lived funding stoppage. The S&P 500 gained 0.3% to close at unprecedented levels, while the Nasdaq Composite outperformed with a 0.4% advance. All eyes now turn to Thursday's jobless claims and factory orders data for further direction.