Momentum May Be Sustained On Policy Responses, Benign Jobs Data The major U.S. index futures are pointing to a higher opening on Thursday, although sentiment is expected to be guarded ahead of Friday's non-farm payrolls report. A Labor Department report released short while ago showed that jobless claims rose by less than expected, offering some relief. Earlier in the global trading day, Asian stocks closed higher across the board, while the European averages are also seeing some strength. (Oct 6, 2011) Full Article |