Introduction#

As traders gear up for another important day in the financial markets, a key economic report is on the horizon. On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, the Conference Board will unveil its Consumer Confidence index, which measures how optimistic or pessimistic American households feel about the economy. This index is crucial because consumer sentiment often drives spending, a major component of the U.S. economy.

Major Economic Events to Watch#

  • 9:00 AM ET - CB Consumer Confidence: Expected at 89.4, down from 91.8. This index is a leading indicator, meaning it can help predict future consumer spending habits.

Other Important Economic Reports#

  • 7:15 AM ET - ADP Employment Change Weekly: Previous figure was 54.75K. This report provides a snapshot of private-sector job growth, offering insights into the labor market.
  • 8:00 AM ET - S&P/CS HPI Composite-20 n.s.a.: Expected at 1.0%, down from 1.2%. This index tracks home price changes in 20 major U.S. cities.
  • 8:00 AM ET - House Price Index: Expected to remain at 0.1%. This index reflects price movements in single-family homes backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.
  • 12:00 PM ET - 7-Year Note Auction: Previous yield was 4.255%. This auction indicates how much investors are willing to pay for government debt, which can influence interest rates.
  • 3:30 PM ET - API Weekly Crude Stock: Previous change was -4.400M. This report shows inventory levels of crude oil and gasoline, giving insight into energy demand.

Additional Economic Indicators#

  • 7:55 AM ET - Redbook: Previous growth was 6.7%. This report tracks year-over-year sales growth among major U.S. retailers.
  • 9:00 AM ET - Richmond Manufacturing Index: Expected at -4, down from 0. This index assesses business conditions in the manufacturing sector.
  • 9:00 AM ET - Richmond Services Index: Previous figure was 9. This index measures business activity in the service sector within the Richmond area.