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Friday, Oct 23

07:30 Daily brief GBP

London Open Briefing: Friday, October 23, 2026

London opens to mixed equity signals and key UK PMI data. Later, US Flash PMIs and Michigan sentiment reports are due. 07:19 story GBP

UK Retail Sales Fall More Than Expected in September, Complicating BoE Outlook

UK retail sales declined by 0.4% month-over-month in September, a larger fall than anticipated, potentially influencing the Bank of England's monetary policy decisions. 04:33 story EUR

ECB Poised for October Pause, December Hike Expected Amid Widening French Spreads

Analysts widely anticipate the European Central Bank will maintain current interest rates at its upcoming **October 29** meeting, with a **December** hike still on the table. 00:02 story JPY

Japan’s September Core Inflation Rises to 2.1%, Matching Forecasts

Japan's consumer price index data for September showed core inflation reaching 2.1% year-over-year, aligning with market expectations and indicating persistent price pressures.

Thursday, Oct 22

21:30 Daily brief AUD

French Business Confidence Unexpectedly Rises in October, Manufacturing Hits Multi-Year High

French business confidence saw an unexpected rebound in October, driven by manufacturing, though the overall index remains below its long-term average amid persistent economic concerns. 08:49 story EUR

French 10-Year Bond Yield Surpasses 5% Amid Debt Concerns and Social Unrest

France's benchmark 10-year bond yield climbed above **5%** for the first time since **2002**, driven by investor concerns over rising debt, civil unrest, and budget difficulties. 07:30 Daily brief CAD

London Open Briefing: Thursday, October 22, 2026

London Open Briefing: Equity and commodity markets declined, leading to a risk-off tone. JPY strengthened significantly. US jobless claims are ahead. 01:32 story NZD

New Zealand Q3 CPI Eases Below Forecasts; RBNZ Rate Hike Expectations Hold Firm

New Zealand's Q3 CPI came in softer than expected, but market expectations for an RBNZ rate hike on October 28 remain largely intact, with oil prices... 01:02 story KRW

Bank of Korea Holds Benchmark Rate at 3% Amid Strong Export Performance

The Bank of Korea maintained its benchmark interest rate at 3% on Thursday, pausing after two consecutive hikes, while the nation's exports show robust growth.

Wednesday, Oct 21

21:30 Daily brief KRW

Sydney Open Briefing: Thursday, October 22, 2026

Sydney opens with positive US equity sentiment. Key EIA data released, NZ CPI and BOK meeting ahead. AUD and NZD show strength. 21:17 story JPY

BOJ Watchers Firmly Expect December Rate Hike Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns

Surveys indicate a strong consensus among economists for the Bank of Japan's next interest rate increase to occur in December, with no change anticipated at the... 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at 0.987M against -0.153M consensus

EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change was reported at 0.987M, significantly above the consensus forecast of -0.153M. Initial market reactions were observed across major currency pairs... 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at -3.06M against -4.804M consensus

The latest EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change report showed a draw of 3.06 million barrels, less than the consensus expectation. Initial market reactions were mixed. 12:30 Daily brief EUR

New York Open Briefing: Wednesday, October 21, 2026

New York opens with a slight risk-on tone. Key speeches from BoE Governor Bailey and ECB President Lagarde are ahead, alongside EIA Crude Oil Stocks data. 07:32 story GBP

UK National Debt Surpasses £3 Trillion as September Deficit Widens Beyond Forecasts

Britain's national debt has exceeded **£3 trillion** for the first time, as September's budget deficit widened more than anticipated, driven by increased debt interest payments. 07:30 Daily brief EUR

London Open Briefing: Wednesday, October 21, 2026

London Open Briefing: European markets open lower. UK CPI surprises higher. BoE Governor Bailey and ECB President Lagarde speeches ahead.