Date: 21-Apr-25, Mon, All Day Currency: Global Importance: 3 Notes: Financial markets in many countries (including UK, Eurozone, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Brazil) will be closed for Easter Monday, Family Day (parts of Canada), or Tiradentes Day (Brazil). Expect significantly reduced liquidity in associated currency pairs (EUR, GBP, AUD, NZD, CAD, BRL) and no major data releases from these regions. US markets are typically open. Learn More: Easter Monday Family Day Tiradentes Day

Date: 23-Apr-25, Wed, 01:30 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: Tesla Inc. reports its quarterly earnings, typically after US market close on the preceding day. Market focus will be on vehicle deliveries, profitability, margins, forward guidance, and updates on new projects (e.g., Cybertruck, FSD). Significant volatility in TSLA stock and related indices (like Nasdaq) is possible around the release. Learn More: Nasdaq 100

Date: 23-Apr-25, Wed, 19:15 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: The preliminary ('P') Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) measures the activity level of purchasing managers in the manufacturing sector. A reading above 50 indicates expansion in the sector; below 50 indicates contraction. It's a key indicator of economic health. Stronger than forecast is generally bullish for the USD. Learn More: USDJPY EURUSD

Date: 23-Apr-25, Wed, 19:15 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: The preliminary ('P') Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) measures the activity level of purchasing managers in the services sector. A reading above 50 indicates expansion; below 50 indicates contraction. As the service sector dominates the US economy, this is a significant indicator. Stronger than forecast is generally bullish for the USD. Learn More: USDJPY EURUSD

Date: 23-Apr-25, Wed, 19:30 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: New Home Sales measures the annualized number of new single-family homes that were sold during the previous month. It's a leading indicator of economic health as home sales trigger wide-reaching ripple effects (e.g., construction, furnishing). Stronger than forecast is generally bullish for the USD. Learn More: USDJPY EURUSD

Date: 23-Apr-25, Wed, 20:00 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: The Energy Information Administration's (EIA) Crude Oil Inventories measures the weekly change in the number of barrels of commercial crude oil held by US firms. Inventory levels influence oil prices, which can impact inflation and related currencies (like CAD). A larger build than expected is typically bearish for oil prices. Learn More: USOILRoll

Date: 24-Apr-25, Thur, 18:00 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: The preliminary ('P') Durable Goods Orders measures the change in the total value of new orders for long-lasting manufactured goods. Core Durable Goods Orders (excluding transportation) is often watched more closely. It's a leading indicator of production. Stronger than forecast is generally bullish for the USD. Learn More: USDJPY EURUSD

Date: 24-Apr-25, Thur, 18:00 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: Initial Jobless Claims measures the number of individuals who filed for unemployment insurance for the first time during the past week. It's the earliest US economic data, providing a timely gauge of the labor market. Lower than forecast is generally bullish for the USD. Learn More: USDJPY EURUSD

Date: 24-Apr-25, Thur, 19:30 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: Existing Home Sales measures the annualized number of existing residential buildings that were sold during the previous month. This data accounts for a larger portion of the housing market than New Home Sales. It indicates housing market health and consumer confidence. Stronger than forecast is generally bullish for the USD. Learn More: USDJPY EURUSD

Date: 25-Apr-25, Fri, 01:30 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Notes: Alphabet Inc. (Google's parent company) reports its quarterly earnings, typically after US market close on the preceding day. Key focus areas include advertising revenue (Search, YouTube), cloud growth (GCP), AI developments, regulatory scrutiny, and overall profitability. Significant volatility in GOOGL/GOOG stock and tech indices is possible. Learn More: Nasdaq 100

Date: 25-Apr-25, Fri, All Day Currency: AUD Importance: 3 Notes: Australian financial markets will be closed in observance of ANZAC Day, a national day of remembrance. Expect no local data releases and potentially reduced liquidity in AUD currency pairs. Learn More: Legacy Reference

Date: 25-Apr-25, Fri, All Day Currency: NZD Importance: 3 Notes: New Zealand financial markets will be closed in observance of ANZAC Day, a national day of remembrance. Expect no local data releases and potentially reduced liquidity in NZD currency pairs. Learn More: Legacy Reference

Date: 07-May-25, Wed, 23:30 IST Currency: USD Importance: 3 Forecast: 4.35% Previous: 4.37% Notes: The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announces its decision on the target range for the federal funds rate. Market expectations (e.g., via CME FedWatch Tool) and the accompanying statement/press conference are crucial for determining market impact and future policy direction. Learn More: CME FedWatch Tool