This week, many important economic events will take place that could affect the economic situation and monetary policy in the US as well as globally. Below is the schedule of notable events for the week:
🗓️ Monday, April 14
- Speech by Philadelphia Fed President, Mr. Patrick Harker: Mr. Harker will share important insights on current economic issues and the future outlook of the US economy.
- Speech by Atlanta Fed President, Mr. Raphael Bostic: Mr. Bostic will provide insights into monetary policy as well as the economic situation in the Atlanta region.
🗓️ Wednesday, April 16
- Speech by Cleveland Fed President, Ms. Hammack: Ms. Hammack will discuss policies and measures that the Fed needs to consider in the near future.
- US retail sales: The retail sales figures are expected to be released with a projected increase of 1.2%, while the previous increase was only 0.2%. This is an important indicator reflecting consumer purchasing power.
- Decision on interest rates by the Bank of Canada: This is also a noteworthy event this week, expected to influence exchange rates and the economy in North America.
🗓️ Thursday, April 17
- Number of initial jobless claims in the US: This data will provide insight into the labor market situation in the US, serving as an indicator to assess economic health.
- Decision on interest rates by the European Central Bank (ECB): This will be important information not only for the Euro area but also affecting global markets.
🗓️ Friday, April 18
- Speech by San Francisco Fed President, Ms. Mary Daly: Ms. Daly is expected to discuss monetary policy and the factors affecting the US economy.
In the current economic context, these events will provide important information for investors, policymakers, and economists, helping them monitor and assess the developments of the US economy alongside other countries around the world.