US stock futures rose slightly on Friday (July 18) after the S&P 500 closed at a record high in the previous session, with major indexes on pace to end the week in positive territory. Futures tied to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 each ticked up 0.

Stocks were taken on a wild ride Wednesday as a White House official indicated to CNBC that Trump was moving closer to firing Powell from his post as Fed Chair.

Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures are rising in premarket trading as the stock market reacts to strong economic and jobs data.

Gasoline futures were down at midday, falling by more than 3cts from morning highs. The August RBOB contract was down by 1.1cts to $2.1594/gal at midday and the September contract was off by 0.99ct to $2.1192/gal.

The moves come after Wall Street saw a winning session, with the S&P 500 posting fresh intraday and closing records.

Dow futures mixed as Wall Street eyes bank earnings, inflation data, and tariff risks in a cautious trading session.

U.S. stock futures were little changed Monday night following a winning session for the major averages, as investors await big bank earnings and a key inflation reading. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell by 47 points, or 0.1%. S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq 100 futures dipped 0.08% and 0.05%, respectively.

U.S. stock futures were mostly higher Tuesday after Nvidia set it's likely to resume sales of key chips to China, with a key inflation report and bank earnings on the way. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell 71 points,

U.S. stock futures swung between gains and losses on Wednesday after ending on a mixed note on Tuesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were mixed.

U.S. stocks appear poised for a positive opening on Friday, as strong earnings from major companies throughout the week have fueled investor confidence, even as the Trump administration continues to stand firm on its tariff stance.