U.S. equity futures nudged lower in early Tuesday trading as investors hit pause on one of the strongest rallies of the year heading into a key inflation reading prior to the opening bell. Stocks ended firmly higher on Monday,

The U.S. and China on Monday announced a 90-day pause on most tariffs blocking trade between the world's two largest economies. Analysts say the agreement gives Wall Street plenty to celebrate, but that tariff-related risks remain.