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Few economic data and events scheduled for today, and all with low to medium volatility risks associated.
Data released so far:
- Japan: All industry activity index up 0.5 percent in August.
Upcoming:
- Germany: Bundesbank will release its monthly report today.
- United States: Chicago Fed national activity report will be released at 12:30 GMT.
- Canada: Wholesale sales report will be published at 12:30 GMT.
- Auction: the U.S. will auction 3-month and 6-month bills at 15:30 GMT.
