Stock Futures Flat as Dow Jones Drops 30 Points Ahead of June

Published on 6/1/2026

Stock Futures Flat as Dow Jones Drops 30 Points Ahead of June

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Stock futures were little changed as trading began in June, with Dow futures down 30 points. The NASDAQ Composite rose over 8% in May, while S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average gained approximately 5% and nearly 3%, respectively. The indices closed at record highs after a 60-day ceasefire memorandum between the U.S. and Iran was reached. Oil prices increased, with West Texas Intermediate crude rising 1.8% to $88.83 per barrel. Market participants are awaiting the nonfarm payrolls report for insights into labor market health and Federal Reserve policy direction.