U.S. stock futures were mixed in early trading on Monday as investors looked ahead to fresh inflation figures later this week. The data is expected to help shape expectations for the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates.

Markets have been closely watching signs of whether price pressures are easing enough to give policymakers room to shift course. Any surprise in the numbers could quickly alter bets on the timing and size of future rate changes.

With traders in wait-and-see mode, major indexes were little changed before the opening bell. Attention now turns to the upcoming report, which could set the tone for equities, bonds, and the dollar in the days ahead.