By CNBC–

U.S. stock index futures slipped into the red ahead of Thursday’s open, as investors kept abreast of trade discussions between the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Around 5:05 a.m. ET, Dow futures fell 85 points, indicating a downbeat open of -75.57 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures pointing to a negative start to the day for their respective sessions. Markets in Asia and Europe also posted solid losses Thursday.

On Monday, the U.S. secured a trade deal with Mexico, which would replace the current NAFTA agreement between both countries and Canada.

The new deal has yet to include Canada; however, Ottawa has since rejoined talks. But with Friday’s deadline fast approaching, investors will be keeping a close eye on the talks.

In data, jobless claims, personal income and outlays, and core personal consumption expenditure (PCE) figures are all due to be released at 8:30 a.m. ET.

In corporate news, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Campbell Soup, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Abercrombie & Fitch, Lululemon Athletica, Ulta Beauty, Ambarella and American Outdoor Brands are all expected to publish their latest earnings reports.

No speeches by the U.S. Federal Reserve are due Thursday.