European stocks retreated as the Trump administration intensified its trade war, causing concern among investors over economic impacts.
Markets are anticipating a series of economic reports that will provide insight into the effects of tariffs, with Europe's Stoxx 600 dropping 0.5% and S&P 500 futures decreasing 0.4%.
US inflation data due this week is expected to show an increase in June, influencing the Federal Reserve's stance on potential rate cuts.
President Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's handling of the Fed's renovation, raising concerns about Powell's potential removal.