Futures: Market Gives Up Ground, But Not Much; Inflation Data Due
US stock index futures climbed on September 30, 2026, driven by stronger-than-expected fiscal fourth-quarter earnings and guidance from Micron Technology. S&P 500 futures rose 0.36% to 7,743.25 points, while Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones futures increased by 0.4% and 0.3% respectively. This positive movement follows recent volatility where higher bond yields countered tech optimism. Market participants are now focusing on inflation data, with August core PCE prices reporting a 0.2% monthly increase and a 3% year-over-year rise, both coming in below previous forecasts.
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- ✓ S&P 500 futures gained 0.36% to 7,743.25 points as of 23:49 GMT on September 30, 2026.
- ✓ Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.4% and Dow Jones futures rose 0.3% on September 30, 2026.
- ✓ August core PCE prices rose 0.2% monthly and 3% year-over-year.
What changed
US stock futures shifted upward after Micron Technology reported a fiscal fourth-quarter earnings beat.
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US Stock Futures Rise Following Micron Earnings Beat
US stock index futures climbed on September 30, 2026, driven by stronger-than-expected fiscal fourth-quarter earnings and guidance from Micron Technology. S&P 500 futures rose 0.36% to 7,743.25 points, while Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones futures increased by 0.4% and 0.3% respectively. This positive movement follows recent volatility where higher bond yields countered tech optimism. Market participants are now focusing on inflation data, with August core PCE prices reporting a 0.2% monthly increase and a 3% year-over-year rise, both coming in below previous forecasts.
Why it matters
Investors are balancing corporate growth in the tech sector against macroeconomic pressures. Rising 10-year Treasury yields and oil price volatility have created a tension between record equity levels and bond selloffs. Recent data shows the 30-year Treasury bond yield has reached its highest level since 2002.
What is confirmed
- S&P 500 futures gained 0.36% to 7,743.25 points as of 23:49 GMT on September 30, 2026.
- Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.4% and Dow Jones futures rose 0.3% on September 30, 2026.
- August core PCE prices rose 0.2% monthly and 3% year-over-year.
Still unconfirmed
- The 30-year Treasury bond yield is at its highest level since 2002.
- The S&P 500 is near record highs.
- The Nasdaq gained 1.1% by mid-day on September 30, 2026.
What to watch next
- Federal Reserve decisions on potential October rate hikes
- Further PCE inflation data releases
- Continued movement in 10-year and 30-year Treasury yields
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