Monthly Archives: April 2025
Monetary, EU CPI & Tariff—A Triple Threat for Global Markets

Written on April 24, 2025 at 6:36 am, by
Key Events to Watch: Wednesday, 16 April 2025 – 05:00 China Q1 GDP (YoY)With Q1 GDP coming in at 5.4%, China’s economic momentum remains intact—for now. But the newly imposed US tariffs on Chinese imports are likely to darken the outlook moving forward, potentially weighing on export-driven sectors. Risk sentiment may turn cautious, especially forContinue Reading
RBNZ Decision & US Inflation—What’s at Stake for Markets?

Written on April 24, 2025 at 6:35 am, by
Key Events to Watch: Wednesday, 9 April 2025 – 05:00 RBNZ Interest Rate DecisionThe New Zealand dollar (NZD) faces a pivotal week with the RBNZ expected to hold rates at 5.50%, as traders scrutinize the central bank’s guidance for clues on the policy outlook. A hawkish tilt could bolster the NZD, while dovish rhetoric orContinue Reading
US NFP, Trump’s Tariffs Announcement; What’s the Potential Impact?

Written on April 24, 2025 at 6:34 am, by
Key Highlights: With the week ahead, global traders should brace for several major catalysts that could shape market movements. The US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) and Unemployment Rate remain the top-tier highlights, providing critical insights into the US labor market and influencing Federal Reserve policy expectations. Apart from key economic data, Trump’s tariff announcement on 2ndContinue Reading