This week in High Impact News, all eyes are on the United States as we approach the Presidential Inauguration at 17:00 on Monday. Donald Trump will officially take office, and the ceremony is poised to shape political and economic discussions globally.
Special Segment: Presidential Inauguration The week kicks off with the Presidential Inauguration in the United States at 17:00 on Monday, where Donald Trump will be officially sworn in for his term. This high-profile event is expected to garner global attention, with potential implications for policy directions and market sentiment.
Economic Indicators Overview As we navigate through the week, several important economic releases will take center stage:
Tuesday features updates from the UK, including the Claimant Count Change and Employment Change, which could impact the GBP depending on deviations from expected figures.
Canada will release its Consumer Price Index data on Tuesday, offering insights into inflation trends which are crucial for CAD valuation.
New Zealand updates its Consumer Price Index on Tuesday night, providing key insights into inflation pressures in the economy.
Later in the week, attention shifts to Europe and Japan:
The ECB's President Lagarde is scheduled to speak on Wednesday, possibly providing clues about future monetary policy.
Japan will announce its BoJ Interest Rate Decision and host a press conference on Friday, which is highly anticipated given the recent economic developments.
Preliminary PMI data from Europe and the UK on Friday will help gauge the health of the manufacturing and services sectors at the start of the new year.
This week is packed with events that could influence market dynamics significantly. As always, traders should prepare for potential volatility and consider these events in their strategy planning.