US stock index futures slightly lower as record-breaking rally takes a breather

Glonghui, April 23｜As peace talks in the Middle East remain at a standstill, Brent crude oil stays above $100 per barrel, and the record rally in the US stock market has come to a temporary halt. As of 8:24 New York time, S&P 500 index futures fell by 0.2%. This pullback suggests that after a cumulative 9% rise in April, US stocks may pause for a breather. Nasdaq 100 index futures dropped 0.2%, while Dow futures fell 0.3%. Previously, strong corporate earnings and a record streak of gains in chip stocks drove a significant rebound in US stocks.