Early indications suggest that Wall Street may once again start on a quiet note, as the index futures point to a slightly higher opening on Friday. Global cues are not very enthusing. Asian stocks closed on a downbeat note, while the European markets are seeing volatility. The commodity rout is continuing, with gold trading sharply lower yet again, but the dollar is mostly higher. With the earnings released after the markets close on Thursday being largely positive, the markets may strive to overcome the weak tech earnings hangover, although lackluster Chinese manufacturing activity data and softer than expected eurozone private sector activity data may curb risk appetite.