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Updated Friday 24th April 2026

Updates from HL’s experts covering important financial market events

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UK retail sales surprise, interest rate decision looms

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Mixed outlook for global equities

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US stock futures dip – initial jobless claims numbers later today

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Brent crude above $103 per barrel as Iran tightens grip on key waterway

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Losses extended after the UK flash PMI release

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UK inflation increased to 3.3% as the impact of the Middle East conflict flowed through to fuel prices

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President Trump extended the ceasefire overnight, but Asia markets are not optimistic

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Oil dips as Iran engages in another round of talks

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UK labour market data shows early signs of softness

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Equity markets stage a small bounce back

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PMI and inflation data on the table

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Warsh testimony to the Senate in focus tomorrow

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Asian stocks gain, weak start for European and US markets

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Key chokepoint closed again after weekend clashes

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