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OPEC Monthly Oil Market Report Released, Shaping Q2 Outlook
The OPEC report at 14:00 MSK analyzes global oil demand forecasts, supply from OPEC+ countries, inventory dynamics, and market balance for Q2. Investors focus on production cuts and Asian demand resilience, impacting oil prices and energy stocks.
Russian markets watch interactions with US data and trade balance.
US Earnings Season Begins with Goldman Sachs and Fastenal Reports
April 13 marks the start of US quarterly earnings, led by major banks like Goldman Sachs, setting tone for banking health and corporate margins. Fastenal's results will signal industrial demand trends.
These reports alongside economic data influence global equity sentiment.
US Existing Home Sales Data to Gauge Housing Market Resilience
Investors await US Existing Home Sales figures, testing American economy's strength amid broader slowdown fears. Strong data could bolster risk appetite; weakness may heighten recession concerns.
Key for global markets opening in Asia and Russia.
Russia's External Trade Balance Report Impacts Ruble and Commodities
Russia releases external trade data, crucial for commodity prices, ruble stability, bonds, and exporter expectations. Interacts with oil signals and US corporate earnings for market direction.
Asian and Russian trading will reflect global risk appetite.
World Finance Chiefs Gather at IMF Spring Meetings in Washington
IMF and World Bank spring meetings from April 13-18 assess US-Iran war damage to Middle East and global growth. Sense of deja vu follows last year's trade tariff shocks under Trump.
Focus on failed US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan after two-week ceasefire.
IMF to Downgrade Global Growth Forecasts Due to US-Iran Conflict
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warns of downgraded forecasts from January's 3.3% world output projection, citing war impacts. US seen at 2.1%, eurozone 1.4%, emerging Asia 5.4% previously.
New reports on Tuesday include global financial stability analysis.
US-Iran Peace Talks End Without Agreement in Pakistan
Marathon weekend talks fail to convert two-week ceasefire into lasting peace, heightening economic uncertainties. Delegations depart Pakistan amid ongoing tensions.
Ceasefire removes extreme downside risks but sustained Strait of Hormuz flows needed.
IMF Warns on Surging Defence Spending Widening Global Deficits
IMF highlights defence spending surge risks exacerbating global deficits amid geopolitical shocks. International community less able to respond to crises, per Georgieva.
Policymakers urged to support economies without new issues.
Key GDP and Inflation Data from China, UK, India, Nigeria, Argentina
Economic indicators include Chinese and UK GDP prints, plus inflation from India to Nigeria and Argentina. Released amid thin central bank slate due to IMF presence.
Critical for assessing post-war growth trajectories.
Oil Market Eyes Strait of Hormuz Flows Post-Ceasefire
Commodities strategist Ewa Manthey notes ceasefire eases extreme risks but sustained Hormuz flows essential for turning point. OPEC report to influence energy sector alongside ceasefire headlines.
Impacts global risk appetite and Asian markets.
Investors Assess Interplay of Oil, Housing, Earnings, and Trade Signals
End-of-day takeaways include OPEC support for oil, US housing resilience, Goldman Sachs earnings tone, Fastenal demand signals, and Russia trade effects. Shapes equity, currency, and commodity expectations.
Derivative influence on Asia and Russia trading.