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Medallion Financial to Report Q1 2026 Results Today
Medallion Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: MFIN) will release its first quarter 2026 results, for the period ended March 31, after market close on April 29, 2026. A conference call and webcast are scheduled for 9:00 a.m. ET on April 30, 2026, with replay available until May 7.
IMF Hosts Conference on Global Spillovers from Policy Shifts
The IMF, BoE, BIS, ECB, and Journal of International Economics are holding a conference on April 28-29, 2026, examining trade spillovers from industrial policies and government procurement. It addresses risks to fiscal sustainability and financial fragmentation from recent policy changes.
European Shares Muted Amid Central Bank Meetings and US-Iran Talks Stall
European markets were subdued as investors await central bank decisions and corporate earnings, while US-Iran negotiations remain stalled. This reflects caution in global equities ahead of key economic events.
Busy Economic Calendar for April 29 Includes Multiple PMI Releases
Key data releases on April 29, 2026, feature Australia's Inflation Rate (MoM at 0.0%, YoY 3.7%), US ISM Manufacturing PMI, S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Final (52.3 expected), and ECB's Lagarde speech.
Canada Tables 2026 Spring Economic Update in Parliament
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne presented the federal government's 2026 spring economic update on April 28, highlighting resilient GDP growth, rising incomes, and job creation. Responses came from opposition leaders including Pierre Poilievre.
Bank of Japan Interest Rate Decision Looms on Calendar
The BoJ Interest Rate Decision is scheduled amid today's economic events, alongside speeches from BoJ Gov Ueda and ECB President Lagarde. This could influence global yen movements and risk sentiment.
US Mortgage Rates Show Stability with 15-Year at 5.58%
Latest US 15-Year Mortgage Rate stands at 5.58% and 30-Year at 6.23% per economic calendar updates for April 29. These figures impact housing affordability amid ongoing Fed balance sheet monitoring at $6.707T.
UK S&P Global Manufacturing PMI and Net Lending Data Due
Britain's S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Final and Net Lending to Individuals MoM (ÂŁ6.8B actual) are set for release today. BoE's Pill speech adds to the day's central bank focus.
Canadian Economy Resilient with Strong GDP and Job Growth
Canada's Spring Economic Update emphasizes economic resilience through GDP expansion, income rises, and employment gains. Investments in defense over $63 billion and G7 trade advantages were highlighted.
US S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Final Expected at 52.3
The US S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Final is forecasted at 52.3, down from 54.0, signaling potential manufacturing slowdown. This precedes the ISM Manufacturing PMI release later today.
Australia Inflation Cools to 0.0% MoM, 3.7% YoY
Australian Inflation Rate came in at 0.0% MoM (vs 1.3% previous) and 3.7% YoY early on April 29. S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Final at 49.8 underscores mixed regional economic signals.