Wall Street sifted through a rush of earnings reports and economic data, while a much-needed tariff reprieve for automakers helped lift stocks.

Stocks are looking to close out April on a high note as markets struggle through the worst 'first 100 days' of a U.S. President since Richard Nixon.

Stock futures are lower Wednesday after six straight days of gains for major indexes as investors brace for important reports on economic growth and inflation, as well as quarterly results from several major technology companies.