Financial Diary
Week ahead: Central banks, US jobs report in the spotlight
Central banks will be back in focus next week, with the minutes of the US central bank's last policy meeting set to be published on Wednesday, given the possibility that the global interest rate cycle - not just in the States - might slowly be starting to shift gears.
Week ahead: Heavy flow of data expected in all geographies
A steady flow of economic data in almost all the main geographical regions will keep investors on their toes over the coming week.
Week ahead: Brexit talks, French elections in focus
Politics will continue to be front-and-centre next week as Brexit negotiations between the UK and European Union kick-off, although Monday is expected to be the only day of talks next week.
Week ahead: General Election fallout, BoE in focus
The course of political events in the UK will be front-and-centre on investors' minds in the coming week, easily overshadowing even the US central bank's policy announcement on Wednesday.
Week ahead: Traders brace for election results
All eyes will be on the outcome of the elections on Friday and with some polls pointing to a quickly closing lead, traders will be on guard against a potential upset for the Tories which might result in a 'hung' parliament.