US stock index futures were slightly higher on Wednesday as bond yields eased ​and some megacap and growth stocks ticked up heading into a crucial inflation report that could help shape ‌market expectations about the Federal Reserve's rate path.

US stock index futures were slightly higher on Wednesday as bond yields eased and some megacap and growth stocks ticked up heading into a crucial inflation report that could help shape market expectations about the Federal Reserve's rate path.

US stock index futures were slightly higher on Wednesday as bond yields eased and some megacap and growth stocks ticked up heading into a crucial inflation report that could help shape market expectations about the Federal Reserve's rate path.

US stock index futures were slightly higher on Wednesday as bond yields eased and some megacap and growth stocks ticked up heading into a crucial inflation report that could help shape market expectations about the Federal Reserve's rate path.

As the Pentagon prepares to downgrade or eliminate senior billets by January 1, 2027, Trump officials are discussing Russian energy and economic cooperation while Moscow's war on Ukraine continues.

Oil prices surged after Donald Trump made a bold claim about Iran that shifted the market’s direction. The president denied reports of offering sanctions relief, while Qatar pushed for diplomatic breakthroughs amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

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Oil price today: Brent crude futures rose $1.14, or 1.11%, to $103.73 a barrel by 0131 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 34 cents, or 0.38%, ​to $89.72. Brent is headed for a monthly gain of around 14%, its biggest climb since July, while WTI is on track for a 4% rise after having breached $106 for the first time since May.