The Group of 20 (G20) foreign ministers will meet in South Africa next week to discuss global challenges. The talks come amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East and concerns over global economic stability. Meanwhile, Israeli army chief Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi will visit Washington from Monday to Thursday for meetings likely focused on regional security and military cooperation.
Earnings reports from major companies will be in focus. Chinese tech giants Baidu and Alibaba, as well as computer maker Lenovo, are set to release results. European firms HSBC, Airbus, Renault and Mercedes-Benz will also report their performance, while Apple's highly anticipated product launch is scheduled for Wednesday.
Key economic data and central bank decisions will shape market sentiment. Japan's GDP and the EU trade balance will kick off the week on Monday, followed by the Reserve Bank of Australia's rate decision on Tuesday. Wednesday will bring the British CPI report and the release of US Federal Reserve meeting minutes. The People's Bank of China will announce its rate decision on Thursday, along with US initial jobless claims, offering insights into inflation and labor market trends.
