U.S. equity futures remained relatively unchanged Sunday evening (Monday AEDT) as investors turned their focus to upcoming jobs data set for release later in the week.
By 10:20 am AEDT (11:20 pm GMT) Dow Jones Industrial Average futures and S&P 500 futures held steady, while Nasdaq 100 futures increased by 0.1%.
Major benchmark averages closed higher on Friday, capping a volatile week as the Dow added 339.9 points, or 0.8%, to 42,732.1, the S&P 500 rose 1.3%, to 5,942.5, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.8%, to 19,621.7. Despite the gains, all three indices posted weekly losses.
The trading week ahead will be shortened as the New York Stock Exchange closes on Thursday to honour the late former President Jimmy Carter.
Economic data releases will play a pivotal role in shaping market sentiment this week, with December's nonfarm payrolls report, alongside the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) and the ADP Employment Survey expected to provide insight into labour market conditions and the Fed's next moves.
Among earnings, quarterly reports are expected from Constellation Brands, Walgreens Boots Alliance, and Delta Air Lines.