Markets are poised for a week driven by Q1 earnings, inflation data, and Middle East tensions. Key indicators include India's CPI and WPI, US inflation figures, and crude oil prices, alongside FII activity.
Precious metals are expected to remain under pressure due to geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East, upcoming inflation data, and economic indicators influencing global interest rates. The US-Iran conflict, rising oil prices, and a stronger dollar are key factors.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak stated that the country's economic situation is "fully under control." Following a meeting on the economy, he instructed continued monitoring of macroeconomic indicators to address challenges. GDP growth was reported at 0.3% in May 2026, with consumer activity driving a 4.5% rise in retail trade, services, and food turnover.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak stated that the country's economic situation is "fully under control" following a meeting on economic matters. He instructed continued monitoring of macroeconomic indicators to address challenges. GDP growth was reported at 0.3% in May 2026, with consumer activity driving a 4.5% rise in retail trade, paid services, and food services for January-May.
South Korea's economic calendar for May 25-29 features key policy meetings and indicator releases. The Bank of Korea's Monetary Policy Committee will decide on the base interest rate amid inflation concerns. Other releases include GDP growth, household income/expenditure, industrial activity, and population trends.
India faces significant economic challenges due to elevated commodity prices, foreign investor sell-offs, and import pressures, leading to a depreciating rupee. Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran describes the situation as a "live balance of payments stress test."
Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting on economic issues, focusing on macroeconomic indicators, particularly the anticipated rise in Russian wages due to labor shortages.
The SEC extended its review period for ETFs that would have tracked prediction market odds on political races and economic indicators.
