Woofun AI reports that global markets will monitor the release of Federal Reserve and European Central Bank meeting minutes, alongside the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's rate decision. The Fed minutes, released early Thursday morning Beijing time, will clarify inflation assessments and interest rate trajectories, with current pricing reflecting a 25 basis point December hike probability. ECB minutes will detail growth and monetary policy views. Key economic indicators include U.S. services PMI and jobless claims. HSBC projects short-term gold price consolidation due to high real yields and dollar strength, despite long-term support from central bank purchases. Earnings season initiates with reports from PepsiCo and Delta Air Lines.