Fundamentals to watch out for this week

In terms of volatility risks, this week is quite heavy, especially in terms of data.

What to watch for over the coming days:

• Economic data:

UK inflation report on Tuesday, and retail sales report on Friday. Japan’s fourth-quarter GDP report on Tuesday. German GDP and inflation report on Wednesday. Eurozone GDP report on Wednesday. U.S. retail sales report, and consumer price inflation report on Wednesday, and producer price inflation report on Thursday.

• U.S. earnings:

About 60 companies on S&P 500 are set to announce fourth-quarter earnings report. Big names include ConEdison, Credit Suisse, Nestlé, Coca-Cola, and PepsiCo.

Along with the above fundamentals, unscheduled Brexit commentaries, happenings in the Middle East, Spain’s Catalonia, and Korean peninsula are likely to keep influencing the market.

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