[DESK UPDATE] Easter Schedule: Given the ongoing Middle East conflict and the US NFP report on Good Friday, the desk will operate as usual across Good Friday (April 3rd), Easter Monday (April 6th) and the surrounding days

The desk's decision to operate normally during the Easter period, despite a significant US economic event and ongoing geopolitical tensions, signals a readiness to engage with the market regardless of typical holiday reductions in activity.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 3 Apr 2026, 20:20 UTCOn the live feed at 20:00 UTC, 20 minutes before this page

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Sirens reportedly sound in Kuwait as air defenses intercept Iranian missiles and drones

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US President Trump posts "Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time!"

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[DESK UPDATE] Easter Schedule: Given the ongoing Middle East conflict and the US NFP report on Good Friday, the desk will operate as usual across Good Friday (April 3rd), Easter Monday (April 6th) and the surrounding days

19:37

US President Trump tells NBC News downing of US jet won't affect Iran talks; “No, not at all. No, it’s war. We’re in war", when asked if it will affect negotiations

19:23

Charles Schwab (SCHW) plans to roll out spot cryptocurrency trading in H1 '26, CoinDesk reports

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Note, while the desk will be in operation on Good Friday, the long-form wraps and some other content points will not publish, given the vast market closures.
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This could offer unique trading opportunities or insights during a time when many participants may be out, but it also suggests caution due to potential increased volatility stemming from the ongoing Middle East conflict.

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