Markets This Week: Inflation and Housing Data in Focus as Oracle and Adobe Report

Two key inflation reports due before next weeks interest rate decision will offer fresh clues on price pressures as policymakers weigh whether borrowing costs should be lowered further. Housing data, including existing-home sales, will also be watched for signs of improvement.

Meanwhile, attention will turn to corporate earnings, particularly in the AI and software sectors, with Oracle, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Adobe set to report. Dollar General leads upcoming retail results, while several Chinese EV makers competing with Tesla are also expected to release earnings.