... —as they will influence global risk appetite and the currencies of emerging markets. Equally important are central bank decisions: signals of policy easing in South Africa or unexpected remarks from the Bank of Japan could shift market sentiment in bonds and commodities. In geopolitics, the outcomes of the UNSC meeting on Ukraine may either intensify or alleviate risk premiums in asset prices within the region. In the latter half of the day, attention will shift to corporate earnings . Special emphasis will be on Big Tech : the results of Apple and Amazon, key components of the S&P 500 that set the tone for the Nasdaq, will be released after Russian market closure but will dictate sentiment for Friday's trading....

... inflationary threats. However, risks cannot be ignored. The key risk of the day is misjudging the market's response to the Fed's decisions. Even if the rate is maintained, any abrupt comments from Powell could alter expectations and trigger sell-offs in the bond market, which would spill over into equities. Another risk is the concentration of negative surprises in corporate earnings: if several large companies (especially in the tech sector) disappoint, the Nasdaq could drag down the other US exchanges . External factors should not be overlooked either: for example, trade disputes (the deadline for new US tariffs ...

... easing monetary policy. If the Central Bank of Russia meets expectations and lowers the rate, it could stimulate the growth of bond prices and stocks on the Moscow Exchange. However, an unexpected pause or cautious rhetoric in the statement could disappoint ... ... stocks and confidence in the resilience of the US economy, while declining orders would signal a slowdown in business activity. Corporate Earnings on July 25 This Friday's corporate calendar features significantly fewer high-profile publications than in ...

... Events: U.S. Bond Market Closure: In observance of Veterans Day, the U.S. bond market will be closed, reducing liquidity in bond trading. This can create some volatility in other financial markets, including stocks and commodities. Fortune Global Forum: ... ... from Yum China ($YUMC), and Kristin Peck from Zoetis ($ZTS) will participate in discussions, potentially sharing insights into corporate strategy and global market conditions. 3rd Anniversary of Rivian Automotive IPO: Shares of Rivian Automotive ($RIVN) ...

... should monitor these data points closely. Strong inflation figures may lead central banks to adjust interest rates, impacting bond yields, currencies, and inflation-sensitive sectors. Central Bank Speeches Key central bank officials are set to speak today: ... ... movements. In addition, those with holdings in oil-exporting economies or energy stocks should be prepared for volatility. Key Corporate Earnings Releases Today, several major corporations will report earnings before and after market hours: Before Market ...