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Futures measure current index values against their perceived future performance and offer an indication of how markets may open when trading begins.

The blue-chip Dow closed at its highest point since Oct. 1, 2008 on Wednesday, as investors bounced back from a one-day selloff.

Economy: Investors will keep an eye on a report on retail sales due out at 8:30 a.m. ET. A weekly reading on initial jobless claims is also due out before U.S. markets open.

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