Stocks Are Steady With Traders on Inflation Watch: Markets Wrap.

Traders are cautious ahead of the release of US inflation figures, which will impact the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates. Mining stocks in Europe are performing well, while US futures remain unchanged. Japanese stocks are rising due to a weakening yen. Treasury yields have stabilized after reaching their highest level since November. The dollar and the yen are relatively stable. Oil prices are near a five-month high due to tensions in the Middle East. Economists predict that US consumer prices will show some easing of inflation pressures, but the core gauge is expected to be above the Fed's target. Blackstone Inc. is close to taking L'Occitane International SA private. Gold prices are at a record high, and copper prices are also rising. [Extracted from the article]