U.S. stock futures advanced on speculation central banks will support growth even as the American economy shows signs of strength.
Global markets:
Nikkei 17,167.1 +281.77 +1.67%
Hang Seng 23,835.53 +154.27 +0.65%
Shanghai Composite 3,294.35 -79.60 -2.36%
FTSE 6,526.35 +106.52 +1.66%
CAC 4,204.88 +92.15 +2.24%
DAX 9,677.11 +158.93 +1.67%
Crude oil $48.88 (+0.45%)
Gold $1210.00 (+0.04%)