Wall Street prepared for major earnings and economic data ahead of a blockbuster week that could shake markets.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures ticked higher on Tuesday as investors assessed earnings reports from some of the top U.S. companies, while Dow futures lost some steam following a gloomy outlook from heavyweight UnitedHealth.

The moves come after the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite hit new all-time and closing highs during Monday’s trading session.

WASHINGTON -- US consumer confidence improves modestly in July, but Americans remain uneasy about their economic futures.

Futures tied to Canada's main stock index rose on Tuesday, tracking gains in gold and energy prices, while investors assessed corporate earnings and awaited trade deals with the U.S. ahead of the August 1 tariff deadline.

Investors will not be able to look away over the coming week as every single day could produce significant market-moving news.

President Donald Trump’s latest trade deal with the European Union is drawing sharp criticism from several leading economists, who argue that it will disproportionately harm American consumers and businesses.

With U.S. stock markets set to open in two hours, Chart Industries Inc. (GTLS) was up 16.7% in pre-market trading, and Celestica Inc. (CLS) was up 11.9%.