During European trading hours on Tuesday, Dow Jones futures slipped by 0.11% to around 54,000, while S&P 500 futures held steady near 7,770. In contrast, Nasdaq 100 futures edged up by 0.12%, trading close to 29,770, according to FX Street.
The mixed performance in US futures comes amid ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, coupled with investor concerns over potential interest rate hikes. These factors have contributed to cautious market sentiment ahead of key economic data releases.
For Japanese investors, these developments underscore the importance of monitoring global geopolitical risks and US monetary policy, which can influence FX rates and equity markets in Tokyo.