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Top Economic Events to Watch | April 28 - May 2, 2025

28 April 2025

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Gladys Eguia

This week could be a turning point for global markets. Three key U.S. economic reports are set to drop — and each one could shift stocks, bonds, currencies, and commodities in a big way. 

If you trade or invest, these are the events you need to watch: 

US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) — May 2 

What it is: 
The Non-Farm Payrolls report shows how many jobs were added or lost in the U.S. economy over the past month, excluding farm workers and a few other categories. 

Why it matters: 
This is the most important jobs report globally. Strong job growth signals a strong economy, but could delay any interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. Weak numbers raise recession risks and could push the Fed to act sooner. 

Markets it moves: 

Currencies: The U.S. dollar reacts strongly. 

Stocks: Positive surprise can lift markets — unless it raises rate fears. 

Bonds: Yields move sharply based on the job numbers. 

Commodities: Gold and oil react through changes in the dollar and growth expectations.

US GDP Growth (Q1) — April 30 

What it is: 
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures how fast the U.S. economy is growing. It reflects total economic output over the last quarter. 

Why it matters: 
GDP growth confirms whether the economy is expanding or slowing down. Stronger growth reduces recession fears. Weak GDP fuels talk of cuts and stimulus. 

Markets it moves: 

Stocks: Strong GDP supports risk appetite. 

Bonds: Strong growth can drive yields higher. 

Currencies: A strong reading strengthens the dollar. 

Commodities: Growth boosts demand for energy and metals. 

US Core PCE Price Index (YoY) — April 30 

What it is: 
Core PCE is the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure. It tracks how much prices are rising for goods and services, excluding food and energy. 

Why it matters: 
Inflation directly impacts Fed policy. High inflation could force rates to stay higher for longer. Cooling inflation could open the door for rate cuts, which markets are watching closely. 

Markets it moves: 

Bonds: Inflation data moves yields. 

Stocks: Lower inflation is good news for equities, especially tech. 

Currencies: Affects dollar strength. 

Gold: Gold benefits if inflation falls and rate cuts are expected. 

Why These Three Reports Matter 

Non-Farm Payrolls, GDP, and Core PCE are not just numbers — they set the tone for interest rates, investor sentiment, and market direction globally. 

In short: 

Jobs = Strength of the economy 

GDP = Speed of economic growth 

PCE = Inflation and Fed policy outlook 

Big data is about to hit, and the market won't wait. Stay alert, plan your trades, and be ready to act fast when momentum shifts. This is a week to trade with precision. 

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