Global Markets: 5 big triggers to watch this week
- Posted on August 17, 2026
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Global Markets: 5 big triggers to watch this week
World markets are entering a quieter summer phase, but investors still face several potential market-moving risks. Food inflation, U.S. consumer spending, Japan’s growth outlook, gold and UK inflation will be in focus. (Source: Reuters) 5 things to watch this week