U.S. stock-index futures remained lower after data showed first-time jobless claims last week rose to 235,000, up from 224,000 the previous week and above economist expectations for 225,000.

Stock futures are pointing to a slightly lower open for major indexes on Wednesday as investors respond to a slew of earnings reports from retailers and brace for a big speech later in the week by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Futures for the main stock indexes were mostly pointing down after the so-called Magnificent Seven stocks slid for a second day on Wednesday. The group of highly valued technology stocks–Amazon, Apple,

US stock futures decreased amidst concerns over disappointing retail earnings and anticipation for insights from the Federal Reserve. Target shares plummeted while Lowe's rose. Tech stocks also saw declines as investors reassess valuations ahead of crucial Fed meeting minutes.

Dow futures slipped slightly on Wednesday as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming remarks at the Jackson Hole Symposium.

Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures are rising in premarket trading as the stock market looks ahead to the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Symposium.

Stock index futures were muted on Thursday, a day after Wall Street ended mostly lower as investors continued to await Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech at Jackson Hole on Friday. S&P 500 futures (SPX) were unchanged,

Dow Jones futures fell slightly overnight, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures.The stock market rally technically was mixed Tuesday, with the Dow eking out a tiny gain. The Nasdaq skidded as high-octane growth names tumbled,