In terms of volatility risks, this week is relatively light with the focus on central banks and economic data,
What to watch for over the coming days:
Central Banks:
- Bank of Canada (BoC) will announce rate decision on Wednesday. No changes expected.
- Bank of Japan (BoJ) will announce the rate decision on Thursday. No changes expected.
Economic data:
- Australia’s inflation numbers for Q1 due on Wednesday.
- German IFO survey is due on Wednesday. Could be a big mover if data disappoint to the downside.
- United States’ durable goods order report on Thursday and Q1 flash GDP estimate on Friday.
Geopolitics:
- India to hold the third phase of General election on April 23rd.
- North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un to visit Russia this week and meet President Putin.
- China will host a two-day ‘Belt and Road’ forum in Beijing. Interest by sovereign states would be a key point to note.
- Spain will hold the general election on Sunday.


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