U.S. stock futures are mixed in pre-market trading as geopolitical tensions weigh on investor sentiment. With no major economic data scheduled for today, market focus is shifting toward the end of the week.

Stocks to Watch * Albertsons Companies, Inc.: Reported pre-market earnings, beating profit expectations but missing on revenue. * Constellation Brands, Inc.: Set to report earnings after today's market close. * NVIDIA Corporation: In the spotlight following a brightened forecast for its AI data center chip revenue.

Looking ahead, all eyes will be on Friday's jobs report for potential clues regarding the Federal Reserve's future interest rate decisions.