Futures on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 rose on Friday, while the Dow declined ahead of the PCE inflation data, which could shed light on the Fed's rate-cut path. Investors were also preparing for the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. During extended trading, Nike shares fell 12% after lowering its full-year forecast, leading to declines in other retail stocks. In regular trading on Thursday, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite indexes rose 0.09% and 0.3%, respectively, extending their growth for the third day. The Dow also rose 0.09%, marking its second winning day. Six out of 11 S&P sectors rose, led by real estate, consumer goods, and communication services. These movements came amid falling bond yields after fresh data indicated continued economic slowdown, boosting bets on a rate cut. Initial jobless claims fell for the second week, but continuing claims rose to their highest level since 2021, indicating a cooling labor market. Nonetheless, GDP growth was revised slightly upwards to 1.4% from 1.3%.