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Central Banks Take Centre Stage
The upcoming week is dominated by monetary policy. The US Federal Reserve’s rate decision on Wednesday stands out as the critical macro event. Market expectations overwhelmingly lean toward another rate reduction, with futures implying a probability well above the 80% mark. Softer private payroll indicators released earlier have reinforced the argument for additional easing, especially as policymakers debate whether persistent inflation or a clearly cooling labour market should command the greater focus.
The tone of the voting members — how many push back, and the updated multi-year interest rate projections — will set the narrative for global risk sentiment into year-end.
Elsewhere, senior figures from the Bank of Japan, Bank of England and European Central Bank are expected to deliver forward-looking commentary during major industry and policy gatherings. Their guidance on growth trajectories, financial stability and regulatory shifts will influence cross-asset moves through the week.
UK Policy and Fiscal Oversight in Spotlight
In the UK, scrutiny of recent monetary and fiscal actions intensifies. Members of the Bank of England’s rate-setting committee will face questions from Parliament regarding their most recent split vote — a reflection of the narrow consensus around policy direction. Another policy meeting is due mid-December, where the possibility of a cut remains open.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will also defend last month’s fiscal package before the Treasury Committee. Markets continue to reassess the long-term implications for borrowing costs, productivity measures and the broader investment environment.
Major Corporate Events and Listings
Trading begins this week with the long-awaited stock market debut of The Magnum Ice Cream Company, newly separated from Unilever. The business enters the market as the dominant global player in its segment, supported by €8bn in annual revenue. Analysts expect the standalone operation to unlock value, though unresolved governance tensions with the founders of one of its prominent brands linger in the background.
Key corporate earnings in the US and Europe will provide fresh insight into holiday-season demand, supply-chain dynamics, and capital-allocation strategies across consumer, technology and industrial sectors.
Global Economic Data to Watch
A wide range of macro releases will guide investor sentiment:
- Japan updates third-quarter GDP figures, offering clarity on the momentum of Asia’s second-largest economy.
- Germany publishes industrial output data and inflation readings, essential for assessing the health of Europe’s manufacturing engine.
- China releases consumer and producer inflation numbers, crucial indicators of domestic demand and deflationary pressure trends.
- UK GDP data for October will signal whether the economy is stabilising after months of subdued activity.
Beyond these, the US JOLTS job openings report and leading indicators will shape expectations for labour demand and recession risk.
Regulation, Technology and Global Events
Australia rolls out a major regulatory shift this week, enforcing its new rule barring individuals below age 16 from registering on major social media platforms. This measure follows a broader global conversation on youth safety and online behaviour.
Other global developments include the start of the UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi, the annual Nobel Prize events in Stockholm, protests and labour actions in Europe, and major cultural ceremonies across Asia and Latin America.
Calendar Highlights — Economic & Corporate
MONDAY
- Magnum Ice Cream Company begins trading in Amsterdam, London, and New York
- BIS Quarterly Review
- Germany: October production data
- Japan: revised Q3 GDP
- UK: KPMG/REC Jobs Report
TUESDAY
- Bank of England MPC members testify before Treasury Committee
- Anglo American and Teck Resources shareholder meetings on proposed merger
- UK retail sales insights (BRC)
- US JOLTS and leading index
- Earnings: Ashtead, AutoZone, Campbell’s, BAT update, GameStop, and more
WEDNESDAY
- Interest rate decisions: Brazil, Canada
- China CPI & PPI
- Norway Q3 GDP
- US Federal Reserve policy announcement
- Earnings: Adobe, Oracle, TUI, Berkeley and others
THURSDAY
- IEA and Opec oil market reports
- Australia labour force data
- Germany economic outlook (Ifo)
- Turkey interest rate decision
- US state-level employment data
- Earnings: Lululemon, Nordson, RWS, LPP
FRIDAY
- Chicago Fed President speaks on economic outlook
- Germany inflation update
- UK GDP estimate and inflation attitudes survey
- Earnings: Broadcom, Costco, Taylor Maritime
Global Events & Observances
MONDAY
- UN Environment Assembly opens in Nairobi
- Commemoration of John Lennon’s anniversary in New York
TUESDAY
- Southeast Asian Games begin in Thailand
- Turner Prize announced in the UK
WEDNESDAY
- Human Rights Day
- Australia’s social media age rule enforced
- Nobel Prize award ceremony
THURSDAY
- Nationwide strike in Portugal
- Bank of England Governor appears before Covid-19 inquiry
FRIDAY–SUNDAY
- EU Ecofin meeting in Brussels
- Celebrations of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico
- Jane Austen 250th anniversary events in the UK
- Malta Republic Day
- Hanukkah begins
- Chile presidential election run-off
Global markets enter a decisive week shaped by monetary policy signalling, inflation readings, and major political and regulatory developments. The interplay between softening economic indicators and central bank responses will continue to steer equity, fixed-income and currency markets into year-end.
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