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Stocks Edge Up as Traders Await Inflation Data
11 Aug
Summary
- US stock futures saw a slight increase Tuesday morning.
- Oil prices reversed earlier gains as trading commenced.
- Traders are keenly awaiting inflation data for Fed guidance.

US stock futures indicated a slight upward trend ahead of Tuesday's market open. S&P 500 futures rose by 0.2%, while futures for the technology-heavy Nasdaq 100 saw a 0.4% increase in early New York trading.
This movement occurred as oil prices retracted from earlier gains, suggesting a mixed sentiment among traders. The primary focus remains on upcoming key inflation data.
Market participants are actively awaiting this economic release, which is expected to provide significant guidance on the Federal Reserve's future actions regarding interest-rate policy. The data will be crucial in shaping investment strategies.