Week Ahead: Markets Eye Inflation as Fed Strategy Evolves
Overview Markets continue to assess whether easing inflation will eventually create room for lower US interest rates without weakening the Federal Reserve’s inflation mandate. Inflation data from Canada, New Zealand and the UK headline this week’s economic calendar, alongside the ECB press conference. Gold, the US dollar and major currency pairs remain driven by expectations for monetary policy rather than immediate rate changes. Traders should monitor whether key technical levels hold a market position ahead …
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Jul 20, 2026
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