As markets wait for clues on monetary policy from Fed Chair Jerome Powell at Jackson Hole, lethargic traders show little enthusiasm. S&P 500 futures flat after a five-day losing streak. Market pricing for September rate cut slightly pulled back after Fed meeting minutes release. Euro slips as EU and U.S. detail trade deal. Yen weakens as Japan’s core consumer prices exceed estimates. MSCI’s Asia-Pacific shares flat, oil prices lower on stalled peace process and strong U.S. demand. Germany GDP, French Business Climate, and UK debt auctions key developments.

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