Global equity markets posted modest gains on Monday as investors digested the latest U.S. economic releases and positioned for a busy week of central-bank decisions.

Trading was cautious but upbeat, with many market participants balancing signs of resilience in the U.S. economy against expectations that policymakers may provide fresh guidance on rates and inflation.

The small advance reflected a broader wait-and-see mood across financial markets, where traders are closely watching whether incoming data will reinforce the case for tighter policy or support hopes for easier conditions ahead.

With several major central banks set to meet this week, investors are likely to keep a close eye on any signals that could reshape the outlook for global growth, borrowing costs, and risk assets.