Global stock markets gained on Thursday (Oct. 8) along with the positive economic data. United States (US) stocks extended gains as stimulus talks continue. Equities did take a breath after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said there would not be a standalone deal for airlines without a larger aid package. On the data front, the latest US weekly unemployment claims showed an additional 840 thousand Americans filed for jobless benefits for the first time, higher than the 820 thousand expected by consensus.To subscribe please click here