Few economic data and events scheduled for today, but some with high volatility risks associated.
Data released so far:
- Japan: Japan’s economy grew 2.1 percent annualized rate in Q1, up from 1.6 percent prior. However, Industrial production declined 4.3 percent y/y n March.
Upcoming:
- Germany: April PPI inflation report due at 6:00 GMT.
- Eurozone: March current account balance report due at 9:00 GMT.
- United Kingdom: BoE member Broadbent to speak at 16:30 GMT.
- United States: Fed’s Clarida due for a speech at 17:00 GMT, and Powell at 23:00 GMT.