U.S. stock futures point to a higher open after China said it's considering talks with the U.S. over tariffs. “The U.S. has recently sent messages to China through relevant parties, hoping to start talks with China,

Stock index futures were higher on Friday, as China looked to be open to trade talks with the U.S., while investors awaited a labor report. S&P 500 futures (SPX) +0.4%, Nasdaq 100 futures (US100:IND) +0.

Officials in Beijing said they want Washington to “show sincerity,” as it evaluates purported overtures by the U.S. to start trade negotiations.