US Futures Flat, Await Powell’s Comments

U.S. stock index futures traded flat ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech and upcoming inflation data releases, with investors adopting a wait-and-watch stance. Market participants are closely tracking Powell’s remarks for signals on the timing and scale of future rate cuts, while broader sentiment remains steady amid mixed corporate earnings and moderating inflation trends. Analysts expect limited volatility until clearer monetary policy guidance emerges later this week.