Stock-index futures increased following a US-EU trade agreement, imposing 15% tariffs on most EU exports, which averted a potential trade war. S&P 500 contracts and European stocks rose, while the euro strengthened. Investors are anticipating a busy week with key data releases, including Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan meetings, and earnings reports from major companies.
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