Dow futures live stream shows the index edging 45 points

Dow futures live stream shows the index edging 45 points higher pre-market, reflecting investor optimism ahead of key CPI data. Traders are watching Treasury yields closely, as a dip below 4.35% on the 10-year could spur stronger equity buying. Market sentiment remains cautiously bullish. American Express has an expected revenue and earnings growth rate of 9.5% and 10.5%, respectively, for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 0.8% over the last seven days. AXP has a current dividend yield of 1.31%. Bank of America analyst Ken Hoexter downgraded UPS ( UPS ) shares to an Underperform rating from Neutral and FedEx ( FDX ) stock to Neutral from Buy. Dow futures live stream indicates a modest uptick in contracts, driven by easing concerns over Federal Reserve rate hikes. FedWatch tools currently show a 68% probability of a pause this month, which keeps blue-chip sentiment firm in early trading.