Stock Market Update: Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Futures Rise Slightly as Investors Anticipate Key PCE Data

Market Overview: U.S. stock futures are up slightly after a decline on Thursday, with major economic data expected to influence market sentiment, including the Personal Consumption Expenditures index.

Sector Performance: Most S&P 500 sectors were down on Thursday, with health care and consumer discretionary leading losses, while Intel Corp. was a standout gainer, rising 8.87% due to investment talks.

Economic Data Insights: Analysts note that the S&P 500's significant rally since 2019 is supported by earnings growth, and upcoming economic data releases on personal income and spending are anticipated to impact market direction.

Global Market Trends: Asian markets are mostly down, while European markets show gains; crude oil and gold prices have seen slight increases, reflecting mixed global economic signals.