New York, 19 September 2025 (Malaysia time) — U.S. stock index futures traded quietly on Friday, as markets digested a week of rallying benchmarks and prepared for a possible soft landing in monetary policy. All three major indexes — the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq — are poised to finish the week in positive territory following the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of 2025 and renewed enthusiasm around growth in artificial-intelligence-linked sectors.
FedEx shares drew attention after the delivery giant reported better-than-expected quarterly results, fueled by efficiency gains in domestic operations. Its strong performance helped bolster sentiment in pre-market trading. Meanwhile, the broader market mood remained cautious — futures held mostly flat, with investor focus on upcoming economic data, corporate earnings, and global developments.
Despite some resistance from macro-uncertainty, investors appear to be embracing a more constructive tone. Optimism over future rate cuts—possibly in October and December—is helping support risk assets. AI-driven companies, especially those with exposure to Nvidia and Intel partnerships, are viewed as potential beneficiaries.
