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ForexMediumUpdated•Originally published 20 April 2026•Updated 21 April 2026•

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Global Markets Eye Inflation Data and Fed Chair Nominee Testimony

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Key Facts

1Canada's CPI is expected to rise to 2.5% y/y, driven largely by a 21% increase in gasoline prices.

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What changed: Updated the story to include the jump in the British pound and technical analysis for key currency pairs including EURJPY, GBPUSD, and USDCHF.

Global markets are bracing for a pivotal week featuring critical inflation data from Canada, the UK, and New Zealand, alongside the Senate testimony of Fed Chair-designate Warsh. In recent market action, the British pound jumped against the US dollar as investor sentiment shifted positively across major trading sessions. Technical analysis has identified key short-term price action trends and crucial support and resistance levels for the EURJPY, GBPUSD, and USDCHF pairs. These technical indicators are becoming increasingly vital as investors navigate global flash PMI releases and energy-driven inflationary pressures. Market participants remain focused on these developments to gauge the future trajectory of global monetary policy and economic momentum.