Stock Market: Will S&P 500 Open Up or Down Today?

U.S. stock futures are pointing to a slightly lower open early Wednesday as investors navigate escalating U.S.-Iran military exchanges, surging oil prices, and an influx of economic reports alongside major corporate earnings.

The Polymarket (CRYPTO: POL) crowd is leaning slightly bullish for the Sept. 2 trading session. The “S&P 500 (SPX) Up or Down on September 2?” contract currently reflects a 53% chance of a higher open.

Traders are confronting a resurgence of Middle East violence alongside crucial incoming economic indicators and corporate earnings:

Slightly Lower Index Futures: Equity futures are pointing to a modestly negative open. At the last check, S&P 500 futures fell 0.07% to 7,637.50, and Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 0.19% to 29,069.50. Dow Jones futures remained flat at 52,828.00, while Russell 2000 futures slipped 0.14%.