Nasdaq futures slip after strongest quarter since 2020 as investors weigh economic reports and Fed commentary

U.S. stock futures are edging lower on July 1, 2026, following a second quarter that saw major U.S. indexes achieve their strongest quarterly performances since 2020. Investors are currently assessing a busy day of economic reports and upcoming Federal Reserve commentary. Gold and silver futures also saw declines, with gold falling 0.88% to $4,003 an ounce and silver down 2.43% to $58.47 an ounce.