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Stocks set to extend gains as futures rise

Oil prices were also higher, adding to risk-on sentiment alongside firm stock index futures.

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WSJ Markets said US stock futures were ticking up, placing the market on course to extend recent gains.

The outlet also noted that oil was higher at the same time, pointing to broad strength across parts of the risk complex.

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