Market Insights with Gary Thomson: UK & Canada Inflation, BoC & ECB Rates, Corporate Earnings

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In this video, we’ll explore the key economic events, market trends, and corporate news shaping the financial landscape. Get ready for expert insights into forex, commodities, and stocks to help you navigate the week ahead. Let’s dive in!

In this episode, we discuss:

  • UK’s Unemployment and Inflation Rates
    With the Bank of England’s rate decision due on May 8, this week’s UK labour and inflation data could stir volatility. Will wage growth and inflation trends push the BoE to delay rate cuts, or is a shift in policy on the horizon?
  • Inflation Rate in Canada & BoC Interest Rate Decision
    With inflation climbing and job losses mounting, Canada’s economy faces mixed signals ahead of the BoC’s rate decision. Will policymakers prioritize inflation control or economic support?
  • ECB Interest Rate Decision
    With the ECB likely to cut rates again, attention turns to the press conference for clues on future policy. Will Lagarde strike a dovish or hawkish tone?
  • Corporate Earnings Statements
    Big names like Goldman Sachs, Johnson & Johnson, Bank of America, and Netflix are releasing their Q1 2025 results. Will earnings boost confidence or deepen market jitters?

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