U.S. stock futures are mixed this morning, pausing after a strong rally on Monday. Markets are awaiting key economic data later in the week for further direction.
Stocks to Watch: * Chevron Corporation: Climbed in pre-market trading, driven by political developments in Venezuela and potential new access to oil reserves. * NVIDIA Corporation: Rose after its CEO announced new AI chips at CES 2026, reinforcing its market leadership position. * Tesla, Inc.: Slumped following the announcement of weaker-than-expected vehicle deliveries and concerns about slowing electric vehicle sales.
Looking Ahead: All eyes will be on the key December jobs report due this Friday, which will be closely watched for clues on future Federal Reserve policy.