U.S. stock markets closed the previous week with minimal changes as investors prepare for the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy meeting, which is anticipated to provide guidance on potential interest rate cuts. Stock futures have remained muted ahead of this significant meeting, with analysts suggesting a hawkish approach to any rate cuts. This week marks the final major week for monetary policy in 2024, as many investors are also expected to take vacation. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting is seen as a crucial event, with expectations that the press conference will hold more significance than the actual decision. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DIA), S&P 500 (SPY), and Nasdaq-100 (QQQ) are among the key indices being monitored as the market braces for the Fed's decisions.