FX.co ★ Week Ahead - Apr 7th

Next week, the ongoing trade war will remain a focal point, as market participants assess the implications of US tariffs and the potential counteractions from other nations. In the United States, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) data will provide insights into how these tariffs are influencing inflationary trends. Additionally, the minutes from the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) may offer further indications regarding the Federal Reserve's policy trajectory. In Europe, the spotlight will be on Eurozone retail sales and Germany’s industrial production figures, while the United Kingdom's monthly GDP report is anticipated to reveal a modest economic recovery for February. Meanwhile, China is set to release its March inflation and trade data, coinciding with the Reserve Bank of India’s announcement of its latest monetary policy decision.