The Week Ahead: US CPI and Retail Sales, China Inflation, and Trump-Xi Talks

The upcoming week features key economic indicators, including the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) and retail sales data, alongside inflation figures from China and anticipated talks between former President Trump and Chinese President Xi. The release of the US CPI and retail sales will influence expectations around interest rates, impacting the rate differential between the US dollar and other currencies. Markets most exposed include US equities and the dollar, as shifts in inflation expectations could affect consumer sentiment and spending. Traders will particularly focus on the CPI release on Wednesday, which could provide insights into future Federal Reserve policy.

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