Dow futures for today saw early gains

Dow futures for today saw early gains, propelled by consumer discretionary stocks. Analysts point to robust holiday season forecasts as a driver for increased investor appetite. After the Senate rejected competing government funding bills from both Republicans and Democrats on Wednesday, the next opportunity to hold a vote will be on Friday. The chamber will be out on Thursday in observance of Yom Kippur. "The products are called the cross training series because we're trying to help our members … understand that the right regimen for everyone, right routine for everyone is a mix of cardio and strength, and also investing in practices like yoga and meditation," CEO Peter Stern told CNBC in an interview. "And so the products were designed, regardless of which one you buy, to facilitate that type of multi-disciplinary approach to wellness."  Read more here . Dow futures for today are trading slightly higher, up 45 points, signaling cautious optimism ahead of U.S. economic data releases. Market participants are watching closely for clues on inflation trends, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s stance in upcoming meetings.