After moving sharply lower over the two previous sessions, stocks may regain ground in early trading on Friday. The major index futures are currently pointing to a higher open for the markets, with the S&P 500 futures up by 0.4 percent.
Bargain hunting may contribute to initial strength on Wall Street, as traders pick up stocks at reduced levels following recent weakness.
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