By Alexandra Gibbs, CNBC–
U.S. stock index futures edged into the black ahead of Friday’s open.
Around 4:40 a.m. ET, Dow futures rose 39 points, indicating a positive open of 39.01 points. Futures on the S&P 500 were slightly higher, indicating an upbeat open of 4.12 points, while Nasdaq futures popped, signaling an open of 24.31 points up. Markets in Asia and Europe showed a mostly positive picture.
Economic data due Friday includes retail sales and import and export price indexes at 8:30 a.m. ET, followed by industrial production figures at 9:15 a.m. ET and consumer sentiment and business inventories data at 10 a.m. ET.
The future of trade relations between the U.S. and China continues to occupy investors. Earlier this week, sources told CNBC that Washington was seeking to restart trade discussions with Beijing. However, President Donald Trump said Thursday that there is no pressure to strike a trade deal with China, adding an air of caution to markets.
In earnings, Dave & Buster’s is set to publish its latest corporate results before the bell.
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