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Global Economic Outlook: Confidence Rises Amid Mixed Data

2/24/2026

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The FX market anticipates a light week for economic events, with key releases from the U.S., U.K., Australia, Japan, and Canada.
The U.S. Conference Board consumer confidence is expected to rise to 87.6, as inflation remains above targets.
Australia’s CPI is projected to ease slightly.
Japan’s core CPI is expected to drop to 1.7%.
Canada’s GDP growth is forecast at 0.1%, indicating stabilization after a weak Q4.

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Story summary

The FX market anticipates a light week for economic events, with key releases from the U.S., U.K., Australia, Japan, and Canada.
The U.S. Conference Board consumer confidence is expected to rise to 87.6, as inflation remains above targets.
Australia’s CPI is projected to ease slightly.
Japan’s core CPI is expected to drop to 1.7%.
Canada’s GDP growth is forecast at 0.1%, indicating stabilization after a weak Q4.