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UK retail sales miss, German IFO and US data in focus
UK retail sales missed expectations across the board but had little impact on BoE rate expectations, while traders now await the German IFO survey and Canadian retail sales for further direction.
German Economy Confirmed to Grow 0.3% in Q1 2026
Germany's economy is confirmed to have grown 0.3% in Q1 2026, but attention shifts to Q2 and Q3 amid rising cost pressures and stagflation risks.
FX option expiries for 22 May include EUR/USD at 1.1600 and 1.1630
Key FX option expiries for the 22 May New York cut include EUR/USD strikes at 1.1600 and 1.1630, which may cap price action in European trading.
Traders Bet on RBA Pause With Rise in Curve-Steepening Trades
Weak Australian employment data has spurred curve-steepening trades as traders bet the RBA is nearing the end of its hiking cycle, signaling a potential shift in rate expectations.
Asia markets climb as Japan CPI hits four-year low, BOJ path in focus
Asian equities closed mostly higher on Friday as Japan's core inflation slowed to a four-year low, intensifying debate over the Bank of Japan's monetary policy trajectory.
Renault Prices Second-Largest Samurai Bond as Yen Market Draws Foreign Issuers
Renault SA priced its second-largest Samurai bond ever, tapping strong investor demand for higher-yielding yen-denominated debt amid volatility in government bond markets.
South Korea to Cut Long-Term Bond Sales Ahead of June Rate Cut
South Korea plans to reduce long-term bond issuance in June, signaling preparation for a rate cut that would ease funding costs and support economic growth.
RBI to transfer record 3.05 trillion rupees to Indian government
The Reserve Bank of India is expected to transfer a record 3.05 trillion rupees to the government, generated from profitable dollar sales during forex interventions, but economists warn it will not prevent India from missing its fiscal deficit target.
PBOC Expected to Set USD/CNY Fix at 6.7992, Reuters Estimates
The People's Bank of China is expected to set the daily USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7992, a closely watched signal in Asian FX markets that influences the yuan's trading band.
Japan Core Inflation Slows to 1.4%, Undershooting Forecasts
Japan's core CPI rose 1.4% year-on-year in April, missing the 1.7% forecast and marking the slowest pace since March 2022, reducing pressure on the Bank of Japan to raise rates.
Gold Steady as US-Iran Signals Keep Rate Hike Bets Simmering
Gold traded in a narrow range as conflicting US-Iran ceasefire signals kept rate hike expectations simmering amid inflation concerns.
Corn Futures Slip on Thursday Despite Strong Export Sales Data
Corn futures edged lower on Thursday, pressured by end-of-session selling, despite weekly USDA export sales data that came in well above expectations and reached a 17-week high.
IMF Approves $1 Billion Disbursement for Argentina in Win for Milei
The IMF executive board approved Argentina's latest program review, unlocking about $1 billion in disbursement and signaling confidence in President Milei's economic reforms despite a missed target.
Aussie under pressure as RBA rate-hike cycle seen nearing end
The Australian dollar is under pressure after weak Chinese and domestic labour data, with analysts warning the RBA rate-hiking cycle may be over, removing a key support for the currency.
Susquehanna Raises Alibaba Price Target to $185 on AI, Cloud Growth
Susquehanna raised its price target on Alibaba (BABA) to $185 from $170, maintaining a Positive rating, citing accelerating cloud growth and triple-digit AI growth.
Annuity Payouts Hit Multi-Year Highs as Rates Stay Elevated
Annuity payouts have surged to multi-year highs as elevated interest rates boost returns, offering retirees a rare silver lining amid persistent inflation.
One AI Company May Be Distorting the Inflation Data
A single AI company's massive investment in data centers is boosting construction and equipment prices, potentially skewing official inflation readings and complicating the Fed's policy path.
US Mortgage Rates Hit 6.51%, Highest Since August as War Fans Inflation
US 30-year fixed mortgage rates jumped to 6.51%, the highest since August, as war-driven inflation pressures pushed bond yields higher, threatening the spring housing market recovery.
Stellantis Plans $70B Turnaround on Brand Reset, 60 New Models
Stellantis will invest €60 billion through 2030 to launch 60 new models, focusing on Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat, with a new compact pickup and Chrysler crossovers to revive North American sales.
Fed's Barkin Says Repeated Supply Shocks Test Inflation Anchor
Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin warned that repeated supply shocks challenge the central bank's ability to look through inflation without raising rates, as consumer and business tolerance becomes key.
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