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The United States: The ISM Manufacturing Index dipped back into contraction territory in April.

The United Kingdom: Home prices declined again last month.


Japan: The yen is rebounding following what appears to be the Bank of Japan’s second intervention in a week.


Emerging Markets: Chile’s economic activity eased in March from all-time highs.

Equities: The market liked what it heard from Apple, sending share prices higher after the close.


Rates: Historically, the 10-year Treasury yield has declined around FOMC days but has collectively risen outside of FOMC days.

Food for Thought: US births hit a multi-decade low.

Edited by Josh Oldmixon
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