... data and the Fed's rhetoric will dictate market sentiments: confirmation of decelerating inflation and a soft tone from the regulator could support a rally in risk assets, while any “hawkish” surprises or disappointing economic events could increase ... ... number of large companies will release their earnings reports. Let's examine their forecasts and potential impacts on share prices: Vertiv (VRT) – a global provider of power supply and cooling solutions for data centers. The company has emerged as ...

... pound and sentiment in European markets. 16:15 (UK): Press conference by Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey. The head of the regulator will comment on the state of the economy and inflation risks. Bailey’s rhetoric during the speech will affect investor ... ... are crucial for assessing supply and demand balance in the energy market. Significant deviations from forecasts may impact gas prices and stocks of energy companies. 18:00 (US): New York Fed consumer inflation expectations index (July). This survey reflects ...

... balance must be maintained. The market's reaction was subdued: the pound fluctuated in a narrow range, as Bailey did not say anything radically new. The British stock market (FTSE) reacted neutrally, as the tightening policy is already reflected in prices. Nonetheless, investors will keep a close eye on upcoming inflation and labor market data in the UK: Bailey’s words confirmed that these metrics will dictate the regulator's future steps. US: Jerome Powell's Speech and Richmond Fed Industrial Index The American macroeconomic agenda is concentrated in the afternoon according to Moscow time. At 15:30 MSK, Fed Chair Jerome Powell spoke at a conference in Washington....

... September quarterly expiration, which traditionally has an even larger scale of open interest. Long-term market participants note that the impact of one-time expirations is short-lived. Fundamental drivers — such as macroeconomic policy, cryptocurrency regulation, and the pace of institutional adoption — continue to dictate the overall price trend. However, the increased volumes of derivatives indicate the maturation of the cryptocurrency market. Options and futures are transforming from niche instruments into a significant pricing factor. Consequently, savvy investors must pay attention ...

... even as some countries accelerate their energy transition. Russian Oil Products Market: Measures to Stabilize Fuel Prices In the domestic market of Russia, the situation with fuel remains a focus for the government. In early August, wholesale gasoline prices continued to rise against high summer demand and limited supply, prompting authorities to extend and strengthen market regulation. On August 14, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak held a meeting on the situation in the domestic petroleum products market, resulting in a series of measures to normalize the situation: The ban on gasoline exports has been extended until ...