US inflation data and ECB rate decision are key focus for markets this week

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US inflation data and ECB rate decision are key focus for markets this week

⚡ Markets: Higher-than-expected US inflation would increase odds of a Fed rate hike, strengthening the USD and pressuring equities. An ECB hike is largely priced in, but forward guidance will be critical for the EUR.US TreasuriesDXYSPXEURUSD

Global markets are anticipating key US inflation data and a likely interest rate hike from the European Central Bank (ECB) this week. These events are expected to be major drivers of volatility in bond, equity, and foreign exchange markets.

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Financial pressFinancial Times — Will US inflation data persuade the Fed to raise rates this month?

Financial pressBloomberg — ECB Doubles Down as G7’s Hawk With Another Rate Hike Due This Week

West MSMABC News AU — Live: Wall Street slips as bond yields rise, ASX treading water

Google WestGoogle News (Australia) — Markets live updates: Wall Street slips as bond yields rise, ASX treading water, Baltha creditors to meet - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Financial pressBloomberg — Bond Traders Brace for More Swings at Both Ends of US Yield Curve

Financial pressWall Street Journal — Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: U.S. Inflation Data in Focus; ECB Expected to Raise Rates

RegionalTimes of India — Bullion markets this week: US inflation, crude and Middle East tensions to set the tone

Financial pressThe Economist — Inflation is back around the world—as is the fight against it

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