Stocks Cautiously Watch Shutdown Vote, Fed Speeches

Stock futures remained steady overnight as investors shifted focus to stable sectors, awaiting a congressional vote to end the government shutdown. The Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq futures showed minimal movement. The Senate passed a spending bill, moving to the House for a Wednesday vote. Stocks surged on Monday due to the shutdown deal, but Tuesday saw a mixed session. The Dow hit a new record, while the Nasdaq slipped. Several Fed officials are set to speak on Wednesday, with investors eager for clues on a potential interest rate cut next month.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.