Not many economic data and events scheduled for today, and some with high volatility risks associated.
Upcoming:
- Japan: Machine tools orders report will be released at 6:00 GMT.
- Germany: January industrial production report will be released at 7:00 GMT, along with trade balance and retail sales.
- United Kingdom: UK inflation expectation report will be released at 10:00 GMT.
- United States: January retail sales report will be released at 12:30 GMT. December business inventories report will be released at 14:00 GMT.
- Auction: the U.S. will auction 3-month and 6-month bills at 15:30 GMT.


Gold Prices Fall Amid Rate Jitters; Copper Steady as China Stimulus Eyed
BOJ Rate Hike Expectations Rise Ahead of September Meeting
Brazil Cuts Selic Rate to 14% as Inflation Eases but Risks Persist
South Korea Raises Interest Rates to 2.75% as Inflation and Weak Won Drive Tightening
Chile Central Bank Holds Interest Rate at 4.5% as Inflation and Global Risks Persist
Japan Services Producer Prices Rise 3.2% in June, Supporting BOJ Rate Hike Expectations
ECB Expected to Hold Rates as Middle East Tensions Keep September Hike in Focus 



