Next week, several key events will shape the global landscape. On Tuesday, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is set to take over as NATO chief, succeeding Jens Stoltenberg. Also on Tuesday, the much-anticipated vice presidential debate between Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance will take place.
Economic data releases will be in focus throughout the week. The UK will publish its GDP report, while Switzerland and Germany will release their Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, shedding light on inflation in these countries. Japan's unemployment rate will also be released, providing insight into the state of the country's job market.
On the corporate earnings front, Nike is set to release its Q1 results and Levi Strauss will report its Q3 performance.
