Stocks are likely to move to the upside in early trading on Wednesday, regaining ground after moving significantly lower over the past few sessions. The major index futures are currently pointing to a modestly higher open for the markets, with the S&P 500 futures up by 0.2 percent.
Bargain hunting may contribute to initial strength on Wall Street, as some traders look to pick up stocks at relatively reduced levels following the recent weakness.
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April 24, 2026 15:15 ET Economics news flow was relatively light this week even as the conflict in the Middle East continued, raising concerns for policymakers. In the U.S., spending data, initial jobless claims and pending home sales were the highlights. Business confidence in the biggest euro area economy was in focus in Europe. Inflation data from Japan gained attention in Asia.