{"id":654157,"date":"2025-04-14T12:30:56","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T10:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ftmo.com\/?p=654157"},"modified":"2025-04-14T13:41:22","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T11:41:22","slug":"trading-week-ahead-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ftmo.com\/en\/trading-week-ahead-16\/","title":{"rendered":"Trading Week Ahead: Can U.S. Data Steady Markets Amid Tariff Tensions?"},"content":{"rendered":"
U.S. retail sales<\/strong>, jobless claims<\/strong>, and Powell\u2019s speech<\/strong> could shake markets this week. With rising tariff tensions, inflation and rate expectations are in focus. Are you ready for a potential shift in the dollar and global sentiment?<\/p>\n \u2022 U.S. Retail Sales Test Economy\u2019s Resilience<\/strong> \u2022 Powell in Focus: Will He Shift the Fed\u2019s Tone? \u2022 Jobless Claims to Offer Fresh Labour Market Insight<\/strong>
\nThis week, all eyes are on March U.S. retail sales, as investors seek fresh clues about the health of the American consumer – the engine behind the world\u2019s largest economy. A stronger-than-expected reading could reinforce inflationary pressures and reduce the likelihood of a near-term Fed rate cut. On the other hand, weaker data may revive recession concerns and put downward pressure on the dollar.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>On Wednesday, attention will be on Fed Chair Jerome Powell\u2019s speech for clues on policy direction. A hawkish tone could lift the dollar, while a dovish shift may boost market sentiment.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nOn Thursday, the weekly unemployment claims report will provide a timely snapshot of U.S. job market conditions amid growing economic uncertainty. Analysts expect a slight rise from 223,000 to 227,000 filings. While modest, any unexpected jump could signal labour market softening, fuelling rate cut expectations. Conversely, stable or falling claims would support the narrative of a still-resilient jobs market.<\/p>\n