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The Week Ahead (April 27-May 1): China Implements Zero Tariffs on All African Partners

Published: Apr. 24, 2026  10:34 p.m.  GMT+8
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April 27-28: Bank of Japan policy meeting

Japan's central bank will hold its monetary policy meeting, with current interest rates at 0.75%. Market expectations for an immediate rate hike have significantly decreased due to geopolitical uncertainties.

April 28-29: Federal Reserve policy meeting

The U.S. central bank is widely expected to maintain its current benchmark interest rate target range of 3.5% to 3.75%. Policymakers will also continue to assess the economic impact of the ongoing war in the Middle East.

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