The S&P 500's $8 trillion rally is facing a significant test as the challenging earnings season begins amid economic uncertainty and Federal Reserve scrutiny. Wall Street futures have edged lower in Sunday night trade as investors brace for a busy week. The stock market faces a challenge as the rally is threatened by upcoming earnings reports. The market is also adjusting its expectations for the Federal Reserve's rate path ahead of upcoming inflation data and Q3 earnings reports. Key tickers of interest include $SPX, $SPY, $VIX, $NDX, $DJIA, $PFE, $NVDA, $AMZN, $AAPL, $JPM, $WFC, and $BLK.