Wholesale inflation figures due out on Friday will also influence, as the markets look for softer inflationary pressures to support further FED rate cuts. Through the rest of the week, Germany’s factory orders (Tues), industrial production (Wed) and trade data (Fri) will also provide direction. That’s not good for anyone, particularly a U.S president in search of a 2nd term in office… UK Politics: It’s all about Brexit as new British Prime Minister Boris Johnson looks to set his mark.