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Markets· August 17, 2026 at 09:57 a.m.

Stock Futures Climb in Light Trading Conditions

Stock Futures Climb in Light Trading Conditions

Key takeaways

  • Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 futures all showed gains
  • Investors are waiting for economic data and corporate earnings

Stock futures have risen on Tuesday, August 17th, amidst light trading conditions. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures increased by 0.2%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures both advanced by a similar margin. The modest gains come as investors await key economic data releases and corporate earnings reports.

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