ECB’s Cipollone Backs Digital Euro as Europe Pushes for Payment System Independence 
MAS Holds Monetary Policy Steady as Strong Growth Raises Inflation Risks 
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RBA Expected to Raise Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points in February, ANZ Forecast Says 
RBA Raises Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points as Inflation Pressures Persist 
BOJ Rate Decision in Focus as Yen Weakness and Inflation Shape Market Outlook 
Bank of Japan Signals Cautious Path Toward Further Rate Hikes Amid Yen Weakness 
China Extends Gold Buying Streak as Reserves Surge Despite Volatile Prices 
Few economic data and events scheduled for today and with low to medium volatility risks associated.
Upcoming:
- Japan: All industry activity index for November will be released at 4:30 GMT, followed by the coincident index and leading economic index at 5:00 GMT.
- Germany: Bundesbank will release the monthly report at 11:00 GMT.
- Canada: Wholesale sales details for November will be reported at 13:30 GMT.
- Eurozone: Flash consumer confidence for January will be released at 15:00 GMT. ECB president Draghi is scheduled to speak at 23:00 GMT.
- Auction: U.S. will auction 3-month and 6-month bills at 16:30 GMT.
