India, May 2 -- Stocks may move to the upside in early trading on Friday, adding to the gains posted in the previous session. The major index futures are currently pointing to a notably higher open for the markets, with the S&P 500 futures up by 0.9 percent.
Early buying interest may be generated amid indications China is open to trade talks with the U.S., with a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce saying U.S. officials have "repeatedly expressed their willingness to negotiate with China on tariffs."
The spokesperson said China is "currently evaluating" messages sent to China through relevant parties hoping to start trade talks.
However, according to a Google translation, the spokesperson said the U.S. has to be prepared to "co...