{"id":654744,"date":"2025-04-22T12:32:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T10:32:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ftmo.com\/?p=654744"},"modified":"2025-04-28T12:48:27","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T10:48:27","slug":"trading-week-ahead-17","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ftmo.com\/en\/trading-week-ahead-17\/","title":{"rendered":"Trading Week Ahead: PMI and Jobs Numbers Incoming"},"content":{"rendered":"
Markets are bracing for three key US data<\/strong> releases that could shake up Fed expectations and trigger market volatility. Are you ready?<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 US Flash PMI: A Quick Pulse Check of the Economy<\/strong> \u2022 Weekly Jobless Claims: Labor Market Stability in Focus \u2022 Home Sales: The Housing Market as an Economic Litmus Test<\/strong>
\nWednesday\u2019s Flash PMI will offer an early read on April’s economic activity. Analysts expect the Manufacturing PMI to fall from 50.2 to 49, hinting at a possible contraction. The Services PMI, more closely linked to consumer behaviour, is forecast to drop from 54.4 to 52.8. Since PMI data often moves markets, any surprise could spark sharp reactions in the dollar and equities.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Investors will watch Thursday\u2019s jobless claims report for signs of change in the labour market. Last week’s figure came in at 215,000, showing continued strength. A steady or lower number would support the Fed\u2019s cautious stance. However, a sharp increase could revive expectations for earlier rate cuts.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nOn Wednesday and Thursday, data on both new and existing home sales will be released. Since housing makes up a significant portion of consumer spending, figures from this sector often reflect household sentiment and their willingness to spend. Strong demand could indicate that the American consumer remains resilient, while weaker results may raise concerns about a potential economic slowdown.<\/p>\n