European stocks are seen opening broadly higher on Monday amid optimism that fiscal stimulus and the rollout of coronavirus vaccines will help boost growth.
Asian markets advanced in cautious trade as investors awaited cues from U.S. President Biden's infrastructure spending plan expected to be unveiled on Wednesday and the payrolls report due on Friday, when the markets will be closed for Good Friday.
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April 24, 2026 15:15 ET Economics news flow was relatively light this week even as the conflict in the Middle East continued, raising concerns for policymakers. In the U.S., spending data, initial jobless claims and pending home sales were the highlights. Business confidence in the biggest euro area economy was in focus in Europe. Inflation data from Japan gained attention in Asia.