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S&P futures started the session flat at 5,202, but options market activity shows increased call buying, especially in megacap names. The VIX is down 2.1% in early trade, signaling reduced short-term market volatility expectations. Equity bulls are looking for confirmation from earnings beats in tech this week. Speaking at a fringe event at Labour’s annual conference on Monday, Mr Shanks said: “We will be absolutely making the case, going into the election next year, that a change of Government in Scotland can unlock the potential for nuclear in Scotland that has been ideologically opposed by the SNP. Crude oil futures were on pace for a lower week, even as they ticked higher on Friday. S&P futures are modestly up at 5,208 amid a softer dollar, which is lifting multinational earnings prospects. Corporate buyback announcements are also providing a floor to the market.