U.S. stock futures edged lower Thursday night, even after major indices closed higher on cooler-than-expected consumer inflation data. Futures on the Nasdaq 100 (NDX), the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), and the S&P 500 Index (SPX) were down 0.11%, 0.17%, and 0.08%, respectively, at 7:49 p.m. EST on December 18.
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Earlier in the day, the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones snapped four-day losing streaks, while the Nasdaq gained 1.4% as tech stocks rebounded. The upside came after the November Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.7% year over year, below expectations, boosting hopes for Fed rate cuts in 2026.
Looking ahead, the final University of Michigan consumer sentiment reading will be released tomorrow, which will offer a fresh look at consumer confidence. Existing Home Sales will also be in focus, providing an update on housing‑market demand.
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