Dow futures today trade near flat as the market digests

Dow futures today trade near flat as the market digests mixed signals from inflation and labor data. Some traders remain bullish on the Dow’s long-term trajectory despite short-term ambiguity. In conclusion, while past performance is no guarantee of future results, the combination of favorable October seasonality, the strength of the fourth quarter, and the powerful momentum of a five-month winning streak presents a historically bullish setup for equities as we head into the final months of the year. As the federal government enters day two of a shutdown, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned the gridlock could slow US economic growth. Dow futures today are flat, consolidating after last week’s strong rally. Many portfolio managers note this as a healthy pause, allowing the market to absorb earnings surprises and reassess valuation levels.