Category Archives: Week Ahead

From 14 to 18 April 2025, key economic events are set to shape market dynamics. US–China trade tensions, evolving tariffs, and inflation data will drive investor sentiment. Central banks’ policy responses to these developments, along with growth forecasts, are also under scrutiny as markets adjust to potential risks and opportunities. KEY INDICATORS Policy developments: US–ChinaContinue Reading

As we approach the week of 7 to 11 April 2025, several key developments are poised to influence global financial markets. Market participants are closely monitoring President Trump’s tariff policies and their potential economic implications, as well as upcoming economic data and earnings reports. These events could significantly shape investor sentiment and market trends inContinue Reading

As we enter the week of 31 March to 4 April 2025, global markets face rising uncertainty, with US tariff announcements, inflation data, and geopolitical risks set to drive volatility across equities, forex, and commodities. Traders are bracing for potential shifts in market sentiment as these events unfold. KEY INDICATORS MARKET MOVERS XAU/USD Trade opportunity:Continue Reading

The final week of March brings a mix of inflation data, central bank speeches, and key economic indicators from the US, Europe, and Asia. Markets will assess whether recent monetary policy decisions, particularly from the Federal Reserve, have shifted investor sentiment, while also keeping an eye on global growth signals. KEY INDICATORS Monday, 24 March:Continue Reading

Next week, global markets will be driven by key central bank decisions, economic data releases, and geopolitical developments. Investors will focus on the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook, inflation reports, and economic activity indicators from major economies. Volatility is expected across equities, forex, and commodities as markets respond to these crucial events. KEY INDICATORS Monday, 17Continue Reading

This week, global markets will focus on key economic data releases, central bank decisions, and geopolitical developments. With inflation trends, employment reports, and monetary policy updates on the agenda, investors should prepare for potential volatility across equities, forex, and commodities. KEY INDICATORS Monday, 10 March: Tuesday, 11 March: Thursday, 13 March: Asia-Pacific markets mixed afterContinue Reading

During the week of January 20 to January 24, 2025, several key economic indicators and events are anticipated to influence financial markets. KEY ECONOMIC INDICATORS BoJ interest rate decision: The Bank of Japan is likely to raise its short-term policy rate from 0.25% to 0.5%, the highest level since 2008. This move reflects Japan’s steadyContinue Reading

As we embark on the first full trading week of 2025, investors are approaching the markets with a sense of cautious optimism. This week presents a dynamic blend of significant economic data, corporate announcements, and geopolitical developments, all of which are poised to shape market sentiment in the days ahead. KEY ECONOMIC INDICATOR Incoming President’sContinue Reading

As we approaching the last trading weeks of the year, upcoming week from Monday, Dec 16, to Friday, Dec 20, 2024, is loaded with important central bank policies and key economical data, presenting  notable trading opportunities and risks at the same time. KEY ECONOMIC INDICATORS Central Bank updates: Core PCE price index (November): Core PCE,Continue Reading

As this year steps to an end, the week from Monday, 9 December, to Friday, 13 December 2024, presents several notable opportunities and risks in the forex market, shaped by varying global economic trends, central bank policies, and geopolitical developments. KEY ECONOMIC INDICATORS U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls: Central Bank updates: Energy markets and geopolitics: Crude oilContinue Reading