U.S. stock-index futures rose amid increased deal activity and optimism central banks will support global growth.
Global markets:
Nikkei 19,411.4 +125.77 +0.65%
Hang Seng 24,855.12 +368.92 +1.51%
Shanghai Composite 3,787.69 +96.60 +2.62%
FTSE 6,870.23 +15.21 +0.22%
CAC 5,078.24 +44.18 +0.88%
DAX 12,036.6 +168.27 +1.42%
Crude oil $48.48 (-0.78%)
Gold $1184.20 (-1.30%)