Short description: Central-bank decisions, US midterm elections, corporate earnings and employment data put global markets in focus from November 2 to November 6. Here are the events that could influence currencies, equities, bonds and investor sentiment.
◉ Monday brings US manufacturing data and earnings from Apple and Palantir.
◉ Tuesday’s RBA decision and US midterm elections could influence currency markets and risk appetite.
◉ The US employment report on Friday will be a key test of the economic outlook and interest-rate expectations.
Monday, November 2 — Manufacturing and Earnings
US manufacturing indicators take centre stage as investors assess the health of the industrial economy. The final manufacturing PMI is scheduled for 9:45 a.m. ET, followed by the ISM Manufacturing PMI at 10:00 a.m. ET.
Apple and Palantir are listed to report results after the close of US markets. Apple will be watched for signals on consumer demand, margins and artificial intelligence, while Palantir’s results could provide insight into demand for enterprise AI software.
Key events: US final manufacturing PMI; US ISM Manufacturing PMI; Apple earnings; Palantir earnings.
Tuesday, November 3 — Australia and US Elections
The Reserve Bank of Australia is scheduled to announce its monetary policy decision at 2:30 p.m. Sydney time. Investors will assess both the rate decision and the accompanying guidance for clues about inflation and the future policy path.
US midterm elections are also taking place. The result could influence expectations for fiscal policy, regulation, trade and the balance of power in Congress, potentially affecting the dollar, Treasury yields and equities.
Key events: RBA policy decision; US midterm elections; US JOLTS job openings data.
Wednesday, November 4 — US Treasury Refunding
The US Treasury’s quarterly refunding announcement is scheduled for Wednesday. Investors will examine its borrowing plans and any signals about the supply of government debt, which can affect Treasury yields and broader financial conditions.
The day also brings additional US economic releases, including private-sector employment data and the ISM Services PMI. Together, these indicators could help investors assess whether economic momentum is holding up beyond manufacturing.
Key events: US Treasury quarterly refunding announcement; ADP employment report; US ISM Services PMI.
Thursday, November 5 — Central Banks in Focus
The Bank of England and Norges Bank are scheduled to announce their policy decisions. Investors will examine the rate outcomes, policy statements and any changes in the outlook for inflation and economic growth.
The decisions could move sterling, the Norwegian krone and regional bond markets. US productivity and unit labour cost data are also scheduled, offering additional information about economic efficiency and inflationary pressure.
Key events: Bank of England decision; Norges Bank decision; US productivity and costs data.
Friday, November 6 — US Employment Report
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics is scheduled to publish the October Employment Situation report at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
Investors will focus on payroll growth, unemployment and wage trends for clues about the strength of the labour market and the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook. A material surprise could affect Treasury yields, the dollar and equity valuations.
Key event: US October employment report.
What Markets Should Watch
This week’s events connect several major market themes. Central-bank decisions may alter interest-rate expectations, election developments could change perceptions of US policy risk, and earnings reports will test whether corporate growth can support equity valuations.
The most consequential market moves may come from results that differ materially from expectations. Investors will therefore be watching not only the headline numbers but also forward guidance, policy commentary and revisions to the economic outlook.
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Sources
- Saxo — Market Quick Take, November 2, 2026
- Institute for Supply Management — PMI Release Calendar
- Reserve Bank of Australia — Official Calendar
- US Bureau of Labor Statistics — November 2026 Release Calendar
- US Treasury — Quarterly Refunding
- Bank of England — Monetary Policy Dates
- Norges Bank — Policy Rate Decision
- Palantir Investor Relations — Q3 2026 Earnings
- Denarni Fokus — Editorial Disclosure and Transparency
