https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/wall-st-futures-steady-as-rate-hike-fears-ease-earnings-buoy-stocksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/wall-st-futures-steady-as-rate-hike-fears-ease-earnings-buoy-stockshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/wall-st-futures-steady-as-rate-hike-fears-ease-earnings-buoy-stocks#u44589Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:30:40 +0000US stock futures are little changed as investors await retail earnings and ponder the Fed's next move. The S&P 500 has posted a three-week win streak. Rate hike fears have eased, buoying stocks. Futures for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq are steady or slightly up.Why it mattersThe steady futures reflect a cautious market ahead of key retail earnings and the release of Fed minutes. Easing rate hike fears have supported the recent stock market rally. The market is watching for signs of economic growth and inflation.What is confirmedStock futures are little changed.The S&P 500 has