Weekly High Impact News Preview – April 22–26
As markets ease into the week with Easter Monday celebrations, traders should be prepared for a mid-week flurry of PMI data across the globe. Wednesday in particular is loaded with potential volatility triggers that will give investors and traders fresh insight into economic activity across the eurozone, UK, and US.
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Mid-Week PMI Blitz: EUR, GBP & USD in Focus
Wednesday brings a wave of preliminary Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) releases for April — often seen as forward-looking indicators of business sentiment and broader economic health.
Eurozone PMIs kick off the day, covering the composite, manufacturing, and services sectors. With recent data showing signs of sluggish recovery across the bloc, markets will be watching closely for confirmation of any momentum shift.
The UK PMIs follow shortly after. With sticky inflation and questions about the Bank of England’s rate path still lingering, any surprise readings here — especially in services — could sway market expectations heading into May.
Finally, we wrap up the PMI tour with the US S&P Global PMIs in the afternoon. While the Fed’s tone has remained cautious, strong PMI figures could reinforce the case for holding rates steady longer.
Also on Wednesday, BoE Governor Andrew Bailey is scheduled to speak. With rate cuts on the horizon — but no clear timeline — any shift in tone could ripple through GBP markets.
Friday Spotlight: Japan & UK
Friday brings fresh inflation readings from Tokyo, offering a leading indicator ahead of national CPI data. With the BoJ recently tweaking its stance, inflation trends remain key for assessing policy direction.
Also on the docket: UK Retail Sales (MoM) for March. This release could show whether consumer spending is starting to soften under the pressure of still-high living costs — a key factor for BoE policy.
Summary
It’s a shorter week due to the Easter Monday break, but from Wednesday onward, expect heightened activity across EUR, GBP, and USD pairs. With PMI figures dominating the headlines and central bank commentary sprinkled in, traders should stay sharp, manage their risk, and be ready for possible intraday spikes.