https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-rise-as-oil-prices-fall-sharply-investors-await-jobs-report-live-updatesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-rise-as-oil-prices-fall-sharply-investors-await-jobs-report-live-updateshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/stock-futures-rise-as-oil-prices-fall-sharply-investors-await-jobs-report-live-updates#u98714Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:20:28 +0000United States stock futures are climbing while oil prices drop sharply ahead of the September employment numbers. Dow futures gained 299 points as investors evaluate the potential path of the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, contrasting regional reports show Asian markets facing pressure from an oil rally and bond yields, while US stock futures show differing degrees of movement with some reports noting futures are little changed. Market participants look to the upcoming employment data for vital insights into the strength of the labor market and broader American economy.Why it mattersMajor average