Stock Futures Steady as Shortened Trading Week Looms

U.S. stock futures rose on Sunday night as Wall Street began a shortened trading week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures increased by 0.5%, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures each gained 0.4%. This follows a strong week for the markets, with the Dow reaching a record close. President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary, which may be seen positively by investors. The week will also focus on economic data, including the PCE price index and Fed meeting minutes, alongside corporate earnings from major retailers and tech companies.