US stock market futures opened the week with mixed signals following a strong rally last week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 fell by 0.11% and 0.05% respectively, primarily due to rising oil prices that raised inflation concerns. In contrast, the Nasdaq managed a slight gain of 0.05%, driven by strong earnings expectations in the technology sector. Investors are currently awaiting critical economic data, including consumer price index and retail sales figures, which could influence future market movements. The ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran have also contributed to rising oil prices, which jumped nearly 3% amid fears of supply disruptions. Analysts suggest that while there is caution in the market, there is no panic, and upcoming economic reports will be key in determining the market's direction. Overall, technology stocks continue to support the Nasdaq, while airline and gold mining stocks have faced declines due to higher fuel costs and falling gold prices, respectively.