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Futures slip on treasury secretary's comments; eyes on upcoming Fed meet

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U.S. stock index futures took a hit on Monday as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent 's comments added to unease about an economic slowdown.

Focus was on tariff-related signals from the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting.

The Fed 's rate decision is slated for Wednesday , with market expectations that the central bank will maintain current interest rates.

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