U.S. stock futures are trading slightly lower in a quiet holiday session as investors await the Federal Reserve's latest meeting minutes for clues on the 2026 interest rate trajectory.
Stocks to Watch:
- Meta Platforms, Inc.: Announced the acquisition of AI startup Manus, reinforcing its commitment to advanced artificial intelligence development.
- The Boeing Company: Secured a Pentagon contract to supply F-15 fighter jets to Israel.
- Micron Technology, Inc.: Continues to trade near all-time highs, driven by strong demand for its AI memory chips.
- DigitalBridge Group, Inc.: Surged nearly 10% following reports of advanced acquisition talks with SoftBank Group.
- NVIDIA Corporation: Closed lower on December 29 amid profit-taking, despite a recent licensing deal with AI chip startup Groq.
Looking ahead, all eyes will be on the FOMC minutes, scheduled for release at 2 p.m. ET today, which will be critical in shaping market sentiment for the new year.