U.S. Equity Index futures are trading lower this morning as the market prepares for a busy week of economic data and corporate results. Gold and silver prices are surging while the dollar weakens, providing a tailwind for copper. This video breaks down the expectations for the fourth-quarter S&P 500 earnings season, which is projected to show robust EPS and revenue growth. We also preview the upcoming CPI release from the BLS, the first set of data unaffected by recent government disruptions. Finally, we look ahead to key Federal Reserve commentary from Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic and significant Treasury auctions scheduled for the U.S. session.