Dow futures dip as investors digest sanctions shock: 5 things to know before Wall Street opens

Group 1 - Dow futures experienced a slight decline as investors reacted to mixed corporate earnings and macroeconomic challenges [1] - IBM's earnings negatively impacted the market sentiment early in the trading session [1] - Oil prices surged following the introduction of new restrictions on Russian exports by the US and EU [1] Group 2 - Heightened trade tensions between the US and China contributed to the overall market uncertainty [1] - New energy-related sanctions on Russia added to the macroeconomic headwinds faced by investors [1]