US Stock Market Today: S&P 500 Futures Dip As Traders Eye Key Inflation Data

The Morning Bull – US Market Morning Update Monday, Jun, 22 2026

US stock futures are mixed in early Sunday trading, with the main S&P 500 contract slightly softer while a separate S&P 500 future listed in Brazil edges up, reflecting uncertainty ahead of a packed US data week. Investors are watching US PCE inflation, durable goods orders, business surveys and consumer sentiment, all of which act like scorecards for the cost of living, factory demand and household confidence. At the same time, Iran US peace talks are influencing oil prices, which feed directly into fuel costs and energy stocks. The key question now is whether these reports will point toward relief for rate sensitive areas such as housing and real estate or keep the focus on energy and exporters that can handle a higher cost backdrop.

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Top Movers

• Bloom Energy (BE) surged 15.41% after FERC’s faster data center power approvals were viewed as a positive.
• Entegris (ENTG) climbed 13.62%.
• Sandisk (SNDK) advanced 11.54% as coverage highlighted SanDisk’s profile within the flash memory market.

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Top Losers

• Accenture (ACN) fell 17.97% after multiple downgrades and price target cuts following a mixed Q3 earnings update.
• Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) declined 10.49% after a downgrade cited sector AI concerns and limited scope for a re-rating.
• Kroger (KR) slipped 8.43% as analysts highlighted weaker margins and more back-half-weighted 2026 guidance.

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On The Radar

Earnings from Micron, FedEx and Carnival, alongside key inflation data, will steer the US conversation on demand and pricing.

• Micron Technology (MU) reports Q3 results on Wednesday, spotlighting memory demand trends and capital spending discipline.
• FedEx (FDX) posts Q4 numbers on Tuesday, giving a read on shipping volumes and cost control in global trade.
• Carnival (CCL) shares Q2 results on Tuesday, highlighting cruise booking trends, pricing power and fuel expense sensitivity.
• Paychex (PAYX) issues Q4 results pre market Wednesday, focusing attention on payroll volumes and small business hiring intent.
• US PCE inflation later this week will help frame rate expectations alongside mortgage trends and consumer sentiment data.

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