Stock index futures slip ahead of PCE report

Stock index futures slipped modestly ahead of the open as investors awaited a batch of macroeconomic reports, notably personal income and outlays data. S&P 500 futures were down about 0.08% and Dow futures edged lower roughly 0.09%, signaling a cautious market tone rather than a decisive move. The S&P 500 (SPX) was shown near 7,515.55, down about 0.06% in the snapshot. Overall, the piece is a brief market update: minor pre-market weakness reflects investor caution ahead of key economic releases rather than a clear bullish or bearish shift.