S&P Futures are again displaying indications of a strong opening this morning. MMM is about to spin off its healthcare business in an IPO next month. MRK is trading at a 52 week high on a key FDA approval. On the Eanings front, shares of nCinco (NCNO) are higher by 12% on positive earnings, (it was the stock of the day yesterday on NewsWare's Trade Talk podcast). European markets are higher and Oil prices are lower this morning ahead of pending stockpile reports.