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Thursday, Jul 23

13:00 Event recap USD

Continuing Jobless Claims comes in at 1.796M against 1.821M consensus

Continuing Jobless Claims for the US came in lower than expected at 1.796 million. This print was below the consensus forecast of 1.821 million. 13:00 Event recap USD

Initial Jobless Claims comes in at 208K against 215K consensus

US Initial Jobless Claims were reported at 208K, below the 215K consensus. Market reaction has been observed across major pairs. 12:47 story USD

US Initial Jobless Claims Unexpectedly Fall to 187,000, Signaling Robust Labor Market

First-time claims for U.S. unemployment benefits significantly declined last week, falling well below market expectations and reinforcing a robust labor market outlook. Continuing claims also decreased,... 12:34 story USD

Wednesday, Jul 22

21:30 Daily brief AUD

Sydney Open Briefing: Thursday, July 23, 2026

Sydney opens with mixed equity performance and a slight risk-off tone. Traders await Australian employment data and Singapore CPI. 17:30 Event recap USD

20-Year Bond Auction (USD) comes in at 5.163% against previous 4.927%

The US Treasury's 20-Year Bond Auction concluded with a yield of 5.163%, up from the previous 4.927%. Initial market reaction was generally subdued. 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at -0.674M against 0.992M consensus

EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change reported at -0.674M, significantly below the 0.992M consensus. Market reactions have been varied, with XAUUSD showing a notable move. 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at 2.01M against 1.978M consensus

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change reported at 2.01M, slightly above the 1.978M consensus. Market reaction observed across major USD pairs and XAUUSD. 12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Wednesday, July 22, 2026

New York opens with mixed equity performance and a slight risk-off tone. ZAR and GBP data surprised positively, while US oil inventories and a presidential speech... 09:17 story INR

US to Implement Staged Tariffs on Generic Drug Imports After Two-Year Exemption

The Trump administration has announced a new tariff schedule for imported generic drugs, beginning with a two-year exemption before escalating levies take effect. 07:30 Daily brief GBP

London Open Briefing: Wednesday, July 22, 2026

London opens with a cautious tone as Asian markets declined. UK inflation data presents a mixed picture. Traders eye US oil inventory data and President Trump's... 06:00 Event preview USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change preview: Consensus points to inventory build after previous draw

The upcoming EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change report is set for July 22, 2026. Market consensus anticipates an inventory build, a notable shift from the prior... 01:47 story JPY

Japan’s Finance Minister Katayama Reiterates Readiness for Currency Action, Affirms BoJ’s Policy Autonomy

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama reaffirmed authorities' readiness to intervene in currency markets while emphasizing the Bank of Japan's independence on monetary policy.

Tuesday, Jul 21

00:17 story CAD

US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Most Canadian Goods Over Trade Disputes

The United States announced **50%** tariffs on a range of Canadian imports, effective **August 19**, citing alleged trade discrimination against American products.

Monday, Jul 20

22:31 story USD

Cleveland Fed President Hammack Highlights Persistent Inflation Risks, Fuels Hawkish Outlook

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack expressed strong concerns over persistent inflation, hinting at a potentially hawkish stance for the upcoming FOMC meeting. 21:30 Daily brief EUR

Sydney Open Briefing: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Sydney Open sees global equities lower, AUD stronger. New Zealand CPI data is a key focus for the session. 14:30 Event recap USD

CB Leading Economic Index m/m comes in at -0.2% against -0.2% consensus

The US CB Leading Economic Index for July came in at **-0.2%**, matching consensus expectations. Initial market reactions were generally subdued across major USD pairs.