At 02:30 (GMT+2), April data on the business activity index in the manufacturing sector is due in Japan. The indicator reflects the state of business activity in the national manufacturing industry based on a survey of purchasing and supply managers of leading national enterprises in all industries. At the same time, the attitude of purchasing and supply managers to the current economic situation and the prospects for its further development is assessed. It may rise from 48.2 points to 49.9 points, supporting the yen.
