On Sunday, Japan’s December average cash earnings are expected to accelerate to 1.0% Y/Y from 0.5%, supporting the BoJ’s view of a wage-price cycle. Japanese PM Takaichi has called a snap election for February 8th, aiming to extend LDP’s majority. On Monday, Japan’s Economy Watchers Survey for January is due, offering insight into private consumption. BoC Minutes from January highlight uncertainty and risks as the bank remains on hold. Wednesday will see the release of Chinese inflation data. On Thursday, the UK is set to release preliminary Q4 GDP figures. Finally, on Friday, the US CPI report will be released following the Fed’s economic assessment and Chair Powell’s comments on inflation.

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