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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.
