Monday Market Must-Knows: August 12, 2024

This week's trading focus centers on key earnings and economic data. Monday starts with Barrick Gold, followed by Home Depot on Tuesday. Wednesday highlights Cisco Systems and UBS, while Thursday sees major names like Walmart, Alibaba, and JD.com, setting the tone for retail sales. 

Inflation remains critical, with the Producer Price Index (PPI) out Tuesday and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Wednesday. Both are expected to rise slightly, potentially stirring market reactions. 

Thursday also brings retail sales data, with a modest 0.3% growth expected after five months of declining figures. 

Internationally, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's rate decision on Tuesday night could impact the New Zealand dollar, which has recently seen volatility. 

Overall, a week of significant earnings, inflation data, and central bank activity could lead to heightened market movement.

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