LIVE BLOG02 Jul 2026 | 05:48:36 PM ISTDow Jones Today Live Updates: Wall Street futures trade mixed as investors await payrolls data.SynopsisDow Jones Today | US Stock Market Live: Wall Street futures were mixed as investors awaited June payrolls data, with rate hike expectations and stalled US-Iran talks weighing on sentiment. Chip stocks declined while Bending Spoons slipped after its Nasdaq debut, reflecting cautious positioning early in Q3.Dow Jones Today | Nasdaq | S&P 500 Live Updates: US stock futures traded mixed ahead of the June nonfarm payrolls report, with investors assessing Fed rate hike expectations and geopolitical uncertainty from stalled US-Iran talks. While recent data indicates a stable labor market, policymakers remain focused on inflation control. Chip stocks dragged Nasdaq futures lower, while Bending Spoons fell after a strong debut. Markets are expected to rely more on upcoming CPI data for clearer economic signals. Show more Show less1 New UpdateDow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: Tech weakness and stock-specific movesTechnology stocks were a drag on futures, with chipmakers such as SanDisk and Arm Holdings declining in premarket trade. The Philadelphia Semiconductor index also pulled back sharply after a strong previous quarter, indicating some profit-taking in the sector. Meanwhile, Bending Spoons slipped following its Nasdaq debut, reversing part of its initial surge. These stock-specific moves highlight a broader trend of rotation and consolidation, as investors reassess valuations after strong gains in select sectors.Dow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: Geopolitical risks add to cautionGeopolitical uncertainty continues to act as an overhang on markets, with the latest round of US-Iran talks ending without meaningful progress toward a resolution. The lack of a breakthrough has kept risk sentiment subdued, particularly given the potential implications for oil prices and global stability. Despite this, analysts note that investor optimism has not fully faded, with markets still supported by expectations of resilient growth and manageable inflation trends in the near term.Dow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: Labour market resilience in focusRecent economic indicators suggest the US labor market remains stable, giving the Federal Reserve room to maintain restrictive policy without triggering a sharp slowdown in employment. Economists expect June payrolls to rise by around 110,000 jobs, down from May but still consistent with steady hiring trends. However, some analysts warn that temporary factors such as FIFA World Cup-related hiring could distort the data, leading investors to treat the report with caution when assessing underlying economic strength.Dow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: Fed stance and policy uncertainty weighFederal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh reiterated commitment to the 2% inflation target, signaling that policy will remain tight despite easing price pressures. His comments dampened hopes for a dovish pivot, reinforcing expectations of at least one more rate hike this year. Meanwhile, political pressure continues, with President Donald Trump advocating lower borrowing costs and criticizing past rate decisions. This divergence between market expectations and policy messaging has contributed to volatility and cautious investor sentiment.Dow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: Futures mixed ahead of key jobs dataWall Street futures traded on a mixed note as investors held back ahead of the June nonfarm payrolls report, a key indicator for monetary policy direction. Dow futures edged higher, while S&P 500 remained flat and Nasdaq futures declined, reflecting weakness in technology stocks. The cautious tone comes after a choppy prior session, with markets struggling for direction at the start of the third quarter. Investors are avoiding aggressive positioning until clearer signals emerge from labor market data, which could influence expectations around interest rates.