Asian markets finished trading on a positive note on Wednesday, tracking Wall Street's overnight gains. A positive surprise on U.K. inflation also supported sentiment.
The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a roughly flat open on Wednesday, with stocks likely to show a lack of direction following the extended rally seen in the previous session.
The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a mixed open on Friday, with the major averages likely to move in opposite directions after moving to the upside on Thursday.