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US stock futures remained steady as markets awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and earnings from major AI-focused technology companies amid Middle East tensions.
Bunge topped second-quarter profit estimates and raised full-year guidance, benefiting from strong soybean and softseed processing margins amid rising commodity prices.
Apple’s decision to maintain iPhone prices while raising costs elsewhere positions the company for its strongest June-quarter sales growth in five years, though investors question how long the strategy can hold.
U.S. corporate profit growth estimates for the second quarter surged to 39%, while markets awaited major tech earnings and a Federal Reserve policy decision amid mixed signals from global developments.
Volkswagen reported weaker-than-expected second-quarter profits and abandoned its growth forecast for 2026 as the company prepares to cut up to 100,000 jobs and potentially close German factories.
Soybean futures declined 32-35 cents Monday morning amid wetter weather forecasts and lower crude oil prices, following Friday’s gains led by August and November contracts.
