Next week, key events and economic data are highly anticipated with major announcements from central banks. Market participants are closely watching the interest rate decisions from the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England, and the Bank of Japan. On Thursday, the release of the US EIA natural gas inventory and initial jobless claims will provide crucial insights into economic conditions. Additionally, the Bank of Canada will share monetary policy meeting minutes, and the Federal Reserve will issue its interest rate decision and economic forecast, followed by a press conference led by Chairman Powell. The Bank of England will also announce its interest rate decision and meeting minutes.
On Friday, Japan will release its August core CPI data, and the Bank of Japan will reveal its interest rate decision with Governor Ueda Kazuo addressing the press. The week wraps up on Saturday with a speech delivered by Philadelphia Fed Chairman Harker. These events are critical for financial markets, providing significant direction on monetary policies and overall economic health.