Summary: Here's everything you need to know before Friday's opening bell: General Mills said it will buy natural pet food company Blue Buffalo for $8 billion. Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Co. issued stronger-than-expected earnings for its fiscal first quarter and a strong outlook. Toyota dominated Consumer Reports' 2018 rankings. China seized control of Waldorf Astoria owner Anbang in major corporate crackdown. U.S. stock futures pointed toward a higher open. Subscribe to TheStreet on Youtube and enjoy these Editor Picks!