Stock futures were lower Wednesday as investors awaited a critical reading on inflation that will be closely watched by Federal Reserve officials as they consider cutting interest rates for the first time in four years.

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U.S. stocks were mixed after the close on Tuesday, as gains in the Telecoms, Technology and Consumer Services sectors led shares higher while losses in the Oil & Gas, Financials and Basic Materials sectors led shares lower.