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U.S. stock futures fell slightly during Monday's evening deals, after major benchmark averages bounced back from a negative week. Investors are now looking ahead to an important week that includes consumer inflation data and the Federal Reserve's policy meeting. The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged and the futures market will be closely watching the updated dots to September's. Judging from the futures market and from many Fed members' recent speeches, the central bank is likely to remain dovish and cautious.
European stock markets are expected to open lower Monday, with the spotlight on a series of central bank meetings this week. Investors should pay attention to the Bank of England, the European Central Bank and the Swiss National Bank, as each is expected to make their respective policy decisions. Market observers attributed the move to Investors being increasingly able to gauge the effects of the central banks' decisions on their economies.