Stock futures point higher before the open: pre-market brief for October 26, 2026
Ahead of the Monday open on October 26, 2026, U.S. index futures pointed higher following a broadly negative session on Friday, October 23. The S&P 500 slipped -0.52% on Friday with declining stocks heavily outnumbering gainers across the index. In pre-market action, S&P 500 futures climbed +0.41% while the VIX fell -2.06% to 19.05.
| Ticker | Company | Price ($) | Change | Week to date | Dollar volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCI | Crown Castle | 85.97 | +9.06% | +4.51% | $1.5B |
| CRWD | CrowdStrike | 257.57 | +8.25% | +13.27% | $3.4B |
| PANW | Palo Alto Networks | 380.55 | +7.22% | +11.27% | $2.5B |
| SLB | Schlumberger | 53.06 | +7.08% | +7.19% | $1.0B |
| HAL | Halliburton | 34.92 | +5.21% | +4.24% | $444M |
| APA | APA | 51.90 | +4.98% | +5.60% | $367M |
| VYLR | Vylor | 74.59 | +4.88% | +3.34% | $235M |
| DDOG | Datadog | 269.65 | +4.62% | +9.12% | $604M |
| DVN | Devon Energy | 51.39 | +4.49% | +1.30% | $682M |
| TRGP | Targa Resources | 302.37 | +4.43% | +2.53% | $340M |
| Ticker | Company | Price ($) | Change | Week to date | Dollar volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Bloom Energy | 193.30 | -11.24% | -12.66% | $6.9B |
| FIX | Comfort Systems USA | 1,160.86 | -9.26% | -19.33% | $1.6B |
| GL | Globe Life | 154.79 | -8.09% | -8.28% | $256M |
| T | AT&T | 20.93 | -7.96% | -10.71% | $2.1B |
| TMUS | T-Mobile US | 146.54 | -7.71% | -7.89% | $1.3B |
| CBRE | CBRE | 123.30 | -6.05% | -7.35% | $563M |
| DECK | Deckers Brands | 81.09 | -4.91% | -5.39% | $754M |
| MGM | MGM Resorts | 28.06 | -4.88% | -1.89% | $160M |
| LULU | Lululemon Athletica | 99.01 | -4.85% | +1.97% | $336M |
| DG | Dollar General | 132.69 | -4.62% | -1.24% | $256M |
| Market | Last | Change | Week to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,623.68 | -0.52% | -0.47% |
| Nasdaq | 25,955.34 | -0.21% | -0.71% |
| Dow Jones | 52,215.16 | -1.23% | +0.41% |
| Russell 2000 | 2,775.90 | -0.29% | +2.00% |
| S&P 500 futures | 7,691.00 | +0.41% | - |
| Nasdaq 100 futures | 29,308.50 | +0.66% | - |
| Dow futures | 52,604.00 | +0.40% | - |
| VIX | 19.05 | -2.06% | - |
| 10-year yield (%) | 4.99 | +0.71% | - |
| US Dollar Index | 101.88 | +0.06% | - |
| Gold ($/oz) | 4,030.20 | +0.56% | - |
| WTI crude ($) | 101.04 | -2.16% | - |
| Bitcoin ($) | 80,369.62 | +0.43% | - |
How did major indices close on Friday and where are futures trading?
All major U.S. benchmarks finished lower on Friday, October 23, but index futures are rebounding ahead of the October 26 opening bell.
The S&P 500 dropped -0.52% to finish Friday at 7,623.68, bringing its weekly performance to -0.47%. The Dow Jones dropped -1.23% to 52,215.16, though it preserved a +0.41% weekly gain, while the Nasdaq slipped -0.21% to 25,955.34. The Russell 2000 dipped -0.29% to 2,775.90, closing out the previous week up +0.20%.
Market breadth on Friday was negative, recording 124 advancing constituents, 361 decliners, and 18 unvaried issues across the S&P 500. Heading into Monday, index futures are positive: S&P 500 futures gained +0.41% to 7,691.00, Nasdaq 100 futures added +0.66% to 29,308.50, and Dow futures rose +0.40% to 52,604.00.
Which stocks led the top gainers and losers in the previous session?
Crown Castle and CrowdStrike topped the Friday gainers, while Bloom Energy and Comfort Systems USA experienced the steepest declines.
Crown Castle led all S&P 500 advancers on Friday, surging +9.06% to 85.97 on $1.5B in dollar volume. CrowdStrike followed, advancing +8.25% to 257.57 on $3.4B in turnover, while Palo Alto Networks gained +7.22% to 380.55. Schlumberger and Halliburton also showed strength, gaining +7.08% to 53.06 and +5.21% to 34.92, respectively.
On the downside, Bloom Energy fell -11.24% to 193.30 with dollar volume reaching $6.9B. Comfort Systems USA declined -9.26% to 1,160.86, and Globe Life fell -8.09% to 154.79. Significant drops were also recorded by telecom providers AT&T (-7.96% to 20.93) and T-Mobile US (-7.71% to 146.54). Company-specific drivers for these moves are not in our data; readers can consult company SEC filings and press releases.
What are commodities and macro indicators signaling before the open?
Pre-market indicators show mixed commodity action, lower volatility, and slight movement in foreign exchange and bond yields.
The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) edged down -2.06% to 19.05 early Monday. In commodities, Gold gained +0.56% to trade at $4,030.20 per ounce, while WTI crude oil declined -2.16% to $101.04 per barrel. Bitcoin advanced +0.43% to $80,369.62.
The US Dollar Index stood little changed at 101.876 (+0.06%). The 10-year Treasury yield last settled at 4.988% on Friday, rising +0.71%. The market has not opened yet, and morning asset moves may shift once cash equity trading gets underway.
Frequently asked questions
Has the U.S. stock market opened for trading today?
No, the market has not opened yet. Today is Monday, October 26, 2026, and all metrics reflect Friday's close and Monday's pre-market futures.
Which S&P 500 stock had the highest dollar volume on Friday?
Bloom Energy recorded the highest dollar volume among major movers, trading $6.9B as its share price dropped -11.24%.
Why did Crown Castle and Bloom Energy make sharp moves?
The underlying reasons for these specific stock movements are not provided in our data. Readers can check each company's press releases and SEC filings for corporate announcements.
Bottom line
U.S. stock futures indicate a positive start on Monday following broad declines across major indexes on Friday. Market participants will watch whether early strength holds after the cash open. Remember that past performance does not guarantee future results. Live tables are updated during the session on our stock market page.