A calm weekly look at what changed across the markets, why it matters, and what beginners should understand. New Monday Market Briefs will appear here each week.
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Monday Market Brief — 17 August 2026
Inflation cooled slightly, retail sales weakened and AI infrastructure results tested high expectations — explained calmly for beginners.
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Monday Market Brief — 10 August 2026
Softer US employment, stronger productivity and company results spanning AI, energy, mobility and entertainment — explained calmly for beginners.