🔔 Before the Bell:  U.S. stock futures edged higher ahead of Monday’s open, supported by hopes of easing U.S.–China trade tensions after both sides signaled willingness to resume talks. 

Apple gained attention as iPhone 17 sales outpaced last year’s model by 14% in the U.S. and China, while Kering announced a €4 billion deal to sell its beauty business to L’Oréal. 

In macro data, China’s Q3 GDP grew 4.8% year-on-year—slightly above forecasts but the slowest pace in a year. Gold steadied near recent highs as investors balanced trade optimism with broader market uncertainty.