European markets wrapped up the week with a dip, influenced by ongoing Middle East tensions and persistent inflation apprehensions. A positive turn from Volkswagen shares provided some needed support after they revealed a new strategic plan. Investors are now keenly awaiting US inflation metrics to gauge potential shifts in the Federal Reserve’s interest rate stance.
Wall Street Week Ahead:Investors to pore over inflation data for signals on rate trajectory
Investors await crucial inflation data next week which may decide the Fed’s interest rate move. The S&P 500 index is nearing its record high while