A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike DolanThe Fed chair has a tricky message to communicate.
Powell's colleagues on Tuesday stressed again they would stay the course until inflation is back to its 2% target.
UK inflation defied expectations of a slowdown and held at 8.7% in May, while 'core' inflation jumped above 7% for the first time since 1992.
In corporate news, FedEx FDX.N shares dropped almost 3% overnight after a profit warning.
Events to watch for later on Wednesday:* Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testifies to House Financial Affairs Committee.
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