**Consumer Spending and Inflation Update** Consumer spending in the United States picked up slightly last month, reflecting the ongoing strength of American shoppers despite higher costs. According to the latest government data, Americans increased their spending on goods and services, which is often a sign of confidence in the economy. However, this surge was accompanied…

**Market Overview** U.S. stock futures showed gains ahead of the release of key inflation data, specifically the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, which is closely watched by the Federal Reserve for clues on interest rate policy. Investors are also anticipating quarterly earnings reports from major tech companies including Apple and Amazon, which are likely to…