https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/technology-stocks-lift-equities-as-treasuries-rise-markets-wrapContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/technology-stocks-lift-equities-as-treasuries-rise-markets-wraphttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/technology-stocks-lift-equities-as-treasuries-rise-markets-wrap#u44801Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:10:31 +0000U.S. stock futures are mostly higher as technology shares gain momentum. This upward trend is driven by renewed interest in artificial intelligence and a revenue jump at Anthropic. While some reports describe futures as flat, others indicate Nasdaq futures are climbing. Investors are currently awaiting the release of Federal Reserve meeting minutes and retail earnings reports to gauge future market direction. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions show signs of easing, though oil prices remain slightly elevated due to lingering instability in the Middle East.Why it mattersTech sector performance oft