Commerce Day Link

Banks will be closed due to Commerce Day.

Jibun Bank Manufacturing PMI Link

The Jibun Bank Manufacturing PMI gives an early snapshot of the health of manufacturing sector in Japan. The Manufacturing PMI is a significant indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Japan. A result above 50 signals appreciation and is bullish for the JPY, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Nikkei Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in South Korea. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Won, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

TD Securities Inflation (MoM) Link

TD Securities Inflation released by The University of Melbourne - Faculty of Economics and Commerce estimates inflation in the Australian economy. The higher inflation, the stronger the effect it will have on a probability of a rate hike by the RBA. Generally speaking, a high reading should be taken as positive, or bullish, for the AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

TD Securities Inflation (YoY) Link

TD Securities Inflation released by The University of Melbourne - Faculty of Economics and Commerce estimates inflation in the Australian economy. The higher inflation, the stronger the effect it will have on a probability of a rate hike by the RBA. Generally speaking, a high reading should be taken as positive, or bullish, for the AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

ANZ Job Advertisements Link

The ANZ job advertisements released by the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) presents the number of job advertisements in the major metropolitan newspapers and on the internet sites. It is used for forecasting employment growth in Australia as it indicates future labor market conditions.A high reading is seen as bullish (or postive) for the AUD, whereas a low reading is seen as bearish (or negative).

Caixin Manufacturing PMI Link

The Caixin China Manufacturing PMI™, released by Markit Economics, is based on data compiled from monthly replies to questionnaires sent to purchasing executives in over 400 private manufacturing sector companies.

Inflation (YoY) Link

The Inflation index released by the Statistics Indonesia is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The purchase power of Indonesian Rupiah is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is used as a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rupiah, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Core Inflation (YoY) Link

The Core CPI released by the Statistics Indonesia is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services, excluding taxes and energy. The purchase power of Indonesian Rupiah is dragged down by inflation. The Core CPI is a key indicator since it is used by the central bank to set interest rates. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rupiah, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Inflation (MoM) Link

The Inflation index released by the Statistics Indonesia is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The purchase power of Indonesian Rupiah is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is used as a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rupiah, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

August Civic Holiday Link

Banks will be closed due to National Holiday.

HSBC Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by the Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. The manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in the Russian Federation. Usually a result above 50 signals is bullish for the Ruble, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index, issued by the Swiss Federal Statistical Office, measures the average price change for all goods and services purchased by households for consumption purposes. CPI is the main indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends.The purchase power of CHF is dragged down by inflation. A high reading is positive for the CHF, while a low reading is negative.

Purchasing Managers Index Manufacturing (MoM) Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Silf and FöreningsSparbanken captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Sweden. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Krona, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index, issued by the Swiss Federal Statistical Office, measures the average price change for all goods and services purchased by households for consumption purposes. CPI is the main indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends.The purchase power of CHF is dragged down by inflation. A high reading is positive for the CHF, while a low reading is negative.

Individual Investment (Current Year) Link

The Individual Investment released by INSEE presents the total amount of capital expenditures made by individuals. A large investment is indicative of overall growth and demand in the French economy. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Unemployment Rate Link

The Unemployment Rate released by AMS is the number of unemployed workers compared to all the active workers in the economy. If the number rises, it indicates a lack of expansion within the Austrian labor market and thus a weakening in the economy. Normally, a decrease in the figure is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while an increase is seen as negative (or bearish).

Purchasing Manager Index Link

The PMI  released by the Hungarian Association for Logistics, Procurement and Stockpiling is an indicator of the economic situation in Hungary. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction. Usually a result above 50 is bullish, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in the Netherlands. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the EUR, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Purchasing Manager Index Link

The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. The manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Poland. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Zloty, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Unemployment Link

The Unemployment Rate released by AMS is the number of unemployed workers in the economy. If the number rises, it indicates a worsening of the labor market and thus a weakening in the economy. Normally, a decrease in the figure is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while an increase is seen as negative (or bearish).

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) Manufacturing released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, this PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Spain. A result above 50 signals bullish sentiment for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

SVME - Purchasing Managers' Index Link

The SVME Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by the Schweizerischer Verband für Materialwirtschaft und Einkauf and Credit Suisse captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. The Manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of production growth in Switzerland. A result that values above 50 signals appreciates (or is bullish for) the CHF, whereas a result that values below 50 is seen as negative (or bearish).

Markit PMI Link

The PMI  released by the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in the Czech Republic. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction. Usually a result above 50 is bullish, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Italy. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in France. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by the Markit economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Germany. Normally, a result above 50 signals is bullish for the EUR, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by the Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in the Euro Zone. Usually, a result above 50 signals is bullish for the EUR, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. The manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Greece. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by both the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply and the Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the Manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in UK. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the GBP, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Statistics Denmark captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. It´s an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Denmark. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Danish Krone, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Exports Link

Exports released by TurkStat is a measure of the total goods and services exported out of Turkey. A steady demand for Turkish exports helps to support growth in the trade surplus, which should be positive (or bullish) for the Lira.

Business Confidence Index Link

The Business Confidence Index published by the South African Chamber of Commerce & Industry captures the sentiment of the business community. Respondents deal with their businesses' spending, employment, consumption and investment situation. It is followed as it flags potential changes in economic growth. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rand, while a low reading is negative (or bearish).

Trade Balance Link

The Trade Balance released by the Ministerio de Comercio is a balance between exports and imports of total goods and services. A positive value shows trade surplus, while a negative value shows trade deficit. It is an event that generates some volatility for the BRL. If a steady demand in exchange for Brazilian exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive (or bullish) for the BRL.

IMACEC Link

The Imacec, released by the Banco Central de Chile, is a monthly indicator of the production in all of the economic sectors in Chile. It is a key indicator of GDP variation as it measures around the 90% of the good and services sectors and shows the short-time economy evolution. It is published around the fith day of each month. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the CLP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Budget Balance Link

The Budget Balance released by the Czech National Bank is the difference between income and expenditure (Excluding net lending) at the end of the budget's period (excluding net lending). If the amount is positive then the balance shows a surplus, to the contrary, if it is negative, the balance is in deficit. Generally, a surplus is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Czech Koruna and a deficit is seen as negative (or bearish).

Interest rate decision Link

Interest Rate Decision is announced by National Bank of Romania. Monetary policy refers to the actions undertaken by a country's monetary authority, central bank or government to achieve certain national economic goals. It is based on the relationship between interest rates at which money can be borrowed and total supply of money.

Total New Vehicle Sales Link

The Total New Vehicle Sales released by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa measure motor vehicle sales in South Africa. It is considered as an indicator for the overall economic climate. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rand, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

HSBC PMI Manufacturing Link

The manufacturing PMI, released by the Bureau for Economic Research, is an indicator of the economic situation of the manufacturing sector in Brazil and it captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. Above 50 points it shows improvements in the sector whereas a number lower than 50 means contraction. Usually, a high reading is positive for the Real, whereas a low reading is seen as bearish.

Purchasing Managers Index Link

The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), released by the Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management, is a composite index based on the diffusion indices of leading market indicators, with varying weights applied. The index is based on data compiled from monthly replies to questions asked of purchasing executives in over 150 industrial companies. The PMI reading above 50 per cent indicates that the manufacturing economy is generally expanding and that the economy is generally is declining when the reading falls below 50 per cent.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by the Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. As the manufacturing sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in the United States. Readings above 50 imply the economy is expanding, making investors understood it as a bullish for the USD, whereas a result below 50 points for an economic contraction, and weighs negatively on the currency.

Construction Spending (MoM) Link

The Construction Spending released by the US Census Bureau is an indicator that measures the total amount of spending in the US on all types of construction. The residential construction component is useful for predicting future national new home sales and mortgage origination volume. A high reading is seen as positive, or bullish for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative, or bearish.

ISM Manufacturing Prices Paid Link

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index shows business conditions in the US manufacturing sector, taking into account expectations for future production, new orders, inventories, employment and deliveries. It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in US. The ISM Prices Paid represents business sentiment regarding future inflation. A high reading is seen as positive for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative.

ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index Link

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index shows business conditions in the US manufacturing sector, taking into account expectations for future production, new orders, inventories, employment and deliveries. It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in US. The ISM Manufacturing New Orders Index represents business sentiment regarding future market conditions. A high reading is seen as positive for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative.

ISM Manufacturing Employment Index Link

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index shows business conditions in the US manufacturing sector, taking into account expectations for future production, new orders, inventories, employment and deliveries. It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in US. The ISM Manufacturing Employment Index represents business sentiment regarding labor market conditions and is considered a strong Non-Farm Payrolls leading indicator. A high reading is seen as positive for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative.

ISM Manufacturing PMI Link

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Index shows business conditions in the US manufacturing sector It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in US. A result above 50 is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, whereas a result below 50 is seen as negative (or bearish).

6-Month Bill Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the bills auctioned by US Department of Treasury. Treasury bills are short-term securities maturing in one year or less. The yield on the bills represents the return an investor will receive by holding the bond until maturity. Investors monitor the yield volatility and compare the average rate at auction to the rate at previous auctions of the same security as an indicator of the government debt situation.

3-Month Bill Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the bills auctioned by US Department of Treasury. Treasury bills are short-term securities maturing in one year or less. The yield on the bills represents the return an investor will receive by holding the bond until maturity. Investors monitor the yield volatility and compare the average rate at auction to the rate at previous auctions of the same security as an indicator of the government debt situation.

Loan Officer Survey Link

Survey, released by Federal Reserve, of approximately sixty large domestic banks and twenty-four U.S. branches and agencies of foreign banks. The Federal Reserve generally conducts the survey quarterly, timing it so that results are available for the January/February, April/May, August, and October/November meetings of the Federal Open Market Committee.

Total Vehicle Sales Link

Total Vehicle sales released by the Autodata Corp. measures vehicle sales in the U.S. It is considered as an indicator for consumer confidence. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index Growth (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the National Statistical Office is a measure of price movements. The purchasing power of the Won is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Korean Won, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index Growth (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the National Statistical Office is a measure of price movements. The purchasing power of the Won is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Korean Won, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Tokyo Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Tokyo Consumer Price Index is released by the Statistics Bureau and it's a measure of price movements obtained by comparison of the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The index captures inflation in Tokyo. CPI is the most significant way to measure changes in purchasing trends. The purchase power of JPY is dragged down by inflation. Generally a high reading is seen as positive.

Tokyo CPI ex Food, Energy (YoY) Link

The Tokyo Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics Bureau is a measure of price movements obtained by comparison of the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. These volatile products such as food and energy are excluded in order to capture an accurate calculation. CPI is the most significant way to measure changes in purchasing trends. The purchase power of JPY is dragged down by inflation. Generally a high reading is seen as positive for the JPY.

Tokyo CPI ex Fresh Food (YoY) Link

The Tokyo Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics Bureau is a measure of price movements obtained by comparison of the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services, excluding fresh food. The index captures inflation in Tokyo. The purchase power of JPY is dragged down by inflation. Generally a high reading is seen as positive for the JPY.

Monetary Base (YoY) Link

The Monetary Base released by the Bank of Japan is the "Currency Supplied by the BoJ" including all the JPY in circulation, encompassing notes and coins as well as money held in bank accounts. It is considered as an important indicator of inflation, as monetary expansion adds pressure to the exchange rates. An acceleration of monetary base is considered as positive for the JPY, whereas a decline is seen as negative.

JP Foreign Reserves Link

Foreign-exchange reserves, released by Ministry of Finance, in a strict sense are 'only' the foreign currency deposits and bonds held by central banks and monetary authorities. However, the term in popular usage commonly includes foreign exchange and gold, special drawing rights (SDRs), and International Monetary Fund (IMF) reserve positions. This broader figure is more readily available, but it is more accurately termed official international reserves or international reserves. These are assets of the central bank held in different reserve currencies.

Purchasing Manager Index Manufacturing Link

The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the manufacturing sector. The manufacturing PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Ireland. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Retail Sales s.a. (MoM) Link

The Retail Sales released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics is a survey of goods sold by retailers is based on a sampling of retail stores of different types and sizes and it''s considered as an indicator of the pace of the Australian economy. It shows the performance of the retail sector over the short and mid-term. Positive economic growth anticipates bullish trends for the AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

Imports Link

Imports of goods and services, released by Australian Statistician, consist of transactions in goods and services (purchases, barter, gifts or grants) from non-residents to residents.

Exports Link

Exports of goods and services, released by Australian Statistician, consist of transactions in goods and services (purchases, barter, gifts or grants) from residents to non-residents.

Trade Balance Link

The trade balance released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics is the difference in the value of its imports and exports of Australian goods. Export data can give an important reflection of Australian growth, while imports provide an indication of domestic demand. Trade Balance gives an early indication of the net export performance. If a steady demand in exchange for Australian exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive for the AUD.
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10-y Bond Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the bonds auctioned by the Ministry of Finance of Japan. The yield on the bonds represents the return an investor will receive by holding the bond until maturity.

RBA Interest Rate Decision Link

RBA Interest Rate Decision is announced by the Reserve Bank of Australia. If the RBA is hawkish about the inflationary outlook of the economy and rises the interest rates it is positive, or bullish, for the AUD. Likewise, if the RBA has a dovish view on the Australian economy and keeps the ongoing interest rate, or cuts the interest rate it is seen as negative, or bearish.

RBA Rate Statement Link

Decisions regarding this interest rate are made by the Reserve Bank Board, and are explained in a media release which announces the decision at 2.30 pm after each Board meeting.

SECO Consumer Climate (3m) Link

The SECO Consumer Climate released by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO shows trends in Consumer Climate. It is considered as an important indicator of inflation. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the CHF, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

RBA Commodity Index SDR (YoY) Link

The RBA Commodity Price SDR released by the Reserve Bank of Australia is considered as an early indicator of export price changes. The price changes influence GDP and exchange rates. An increase in prices may indicate strength of the AUD, while a decrease in prices may indicate weakness of the AUD. A high reading is seen as bullish for the AUD, whereas a low reading is seen as bearish.

Budget Link

The Budget Balance released by MINEFA is the difference between income and expenditure at the end of the budget's period . If the amount is positive then the balance shows a surplus, to the contrary, if it is negative, the balance is in deficit, therefore unveiling borrowing needs. Generally, a surplus is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro and a deficit is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Producer Price Index released by the Hungarian Central Statistical Office, measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Hungary by producers of commodities in all states of processing. Changes in the PPI are widely followed as an indicator of commodity inflation. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Florint, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Producer Price Index released by TurkStat measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Turkey by producers of commodities in all states of processing. Changes in the PPI are widely followed as an indicator of commodity inflation. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Lira, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Producer Price Index released by TurkStat measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Turkey by producers of commodities in all states of processing. Changes in the PPI are widely followed as an indicator of commodity inflation. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Lira, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by TurkStat is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The purchase power of the Lira is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Lira, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by TurkStat is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The purchase power of the Lira is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Lira, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Unemployment Change Link

The Unemployment Survey released by the Spanish Government shows the number of unemployed workers added during the previous month. It is a leading indicator for the Spanish economy. If the number is negative, it indicates an expansion within the labor market. An increase in the figure is seen as negative (or bearish) for the Euro, while an decrease is seen as positive (or bullish).

Fipe's IPC Inflation Link

The IPC Inflation released by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatistica is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The purchase power of the BRL is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the BRL, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Producer Price Index (PPI) released by the Eurostat is an index that measures the change in prices received by domestic producers of commodities in all stages of processing (crude materials, intermediate materials, and finished goods). Generally, a high reading is seen positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Producer Price Index (PPI) released by the Eurostat is an index that measures the change in prices received by domestic producers of commodities in all stages of processing (crude materials, intermediate materials, and finished goods). Generally, a high reading is seen positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Industrial Output (MoM) Link

The Industrial Output released by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatistica shows the volume of production of Brazilian industries such as factories and manufacturing. Uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If high industrial production growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the BRL.

Industrial Output (YoY) Link

The Industrial Output released by the Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatistica shows the volume of production of Brazilian industries such as factories and manufacturing. Uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If high industrial production growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the BRL.

Redbook Index (YoY) Link

The Johnson Redbook Index, released by Redbook Research Inc., is a sales-weighted of year-over-year same-store sales growth in a sample of large US general merchandise retailers representing about 9.000 stores. By Dollar value, the index represents over 80% of the equivalent "official" retail sales series collected and published by the US Department of Commerce.

Redbook Index (MoM) Link

The Johnson Redbook Index, released by Redbook Research Inc., is a sales-weighted of year-over-year same-store sales growth in a sample of large US general merchandise retailers representing about 9.000 stores. By dollar value, the index represents over 80% of the equivalent "official" retail sales series collected and published by the US Department of Commerce.

Markit Manufacturing PMI Link

Markit Manufacturing PMI, released by Markit Economics, is based on data compiled from monthly replies to questionnaires sent to purchasing executives in over 400 industrial companies. An index reading above 50.0 indicates an overall increase in that variable, below 50.0 an overall decrease. All data is seasonally adjusted.

ISM-NY Business Conditions Index Link

ISM-NY Business Conditions Index, released by NAPM-New York, assesses business conditions among manufacturers and non-manufacturing firms/organizations doing business in the New York area. The survey results are compiled into three summary measures for: (1) all industries, (2) manufacturing firms, and (3) non-manufacturing establishments. The survey results are compiled as diffusion indexes, which are calculated by taking the percentage of the respondents answering higher plus one-half of the percentage of respondents who answer same or no change. A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive for the local economy, while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative.

IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism (MoM) Link

The Economic Optimism Index, released by The Investor's Business Daily (IBD) TechnoMetrica Institute of Policy and Politics (TIPP), measures the sentiment of consumers related to economic conditions. The report is based on a monthly survey where near to 1000 nationwide adults evaluate their economic outlook for the next six months, personal financial perspectives and their confidence in federal economics policies. If consumers are optimistic they will purchase more goods and services which will involve growth in domestic demand and stimulation to the economy. A reading above 50 indicates optimism, below 50 is pessimism.

Factory Orders (MoM) Link

The Factory orders released by the US Census Bureau is a measure of the total orders of durable and non durable goods such as shipments (sales), inventories and orders at the manufacturing level which can offer insight into inflation and growth in the manufacturing sector. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

GDT Price Index Link

The GDT Price Index, released by Global Dairy Trade, uses a weighted-average of the percentage changes in prices. GDT Price Indices are used to avoid the bias of a simple weighted average price, and to give a more accurate reflection of the price movements between trading events.

Currency Reserves Link

The Currency Reserves released by the Nationalbank of Denmark present changes in the value of official reserve assets reflecting purchases and sales (including swaps) of foreign exchange by the Central Bank, earnings on foreign securities, and transactions with official institutions overseas. A high reading is is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Danish Krone, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

API Weekly Crude Oil Stock Link

API’s Weekly Statistical Bulletin (WSB) has reported total U.S. and regional data relating to refinery operations and the production of the four major petroleum products: motor gasoline, kerosene jet fuel, distillate (by sulfur content), and residual fuel oil. These products represent more than 85% of total petroleum industry.

FX Reserves Link

The FX reserves released by the Bank of Korea presenst the assets the central bank holds in reserve. FX reserves can be a precautionary measure for countries susceptible to financial crisis. It can also be used to manipulate exchange rates.  A high reading is is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Korean Won, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

AiG Performance of Construction Index Link

Based on 120 interviews to companies, the HIA/AiG Performance of Construction Index, released by the Australian Industry Group and the Housing Industry Association, is considered as an indicator that measures the conditions on the short and medium term in the construction market. Companies answer questions related to production, employment, prices supplier deliveries, inventories and new orders. A high reading is seen as positive, or bullish for the AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative, or bearish.

Labour Cost Index (YoY) Link

The labour cost index (LCI), released by Statistics New Zealand, measures changes in salary and wage rates for a fixed quantity and quality of labour input. Service increments, merit promotions, and increases (or decreases) relating to performance of the individual employee are not shown in the index.

Participation Rate Link

The participation rate, released by Statistics New Zealand, is the percentage of the total number of people of labour-force age (15 years and over) that is in the labour force (either working or looking for a job).

Labour Cost Index (QoQ) Link

The labour cost index (LCI), released by Statistics New Zealand, measures changes in salary and wage rates for a fixed quantity and quality of labour input. Service increments, merit promotions, and increases (or decreases) relating to performance of the individual employee are not shown in the index..

Employment Change Link

The Employment Change released by the Statistics New Zealand is a measure of the change in the number of employed people in New Zealand. Generally speaking, a rise in this indicator has positive implications for consumer spending which stimulates economic growth. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the NZ dollar, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Unemployment Rate Link

The Unemployment Rate released by the Statistics New Zealand is the number of unemployed workers divided by the total civilian labor force. If the rate is up, it indicates a lack of expansion within the New Zealand labor market. As a result, a rise leads to weaken the New Zealand economy. A decrease of the figure is seen as positive (or bullish) for the NZD, while an increase is seen as negative (or bearish).

Commonwealth Bank Composite PMI Link

The PMI monthly Composite Reports on Manufacturing and Services, released by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Markit Economics, are based on a large number of business executives in private sector manufacturing and services companies. Data is usually released on the third working day of each month. Each response is weighted according to the size of the company and its contribution to total manufacturing or services output accounted for by the sub-sector to which that company belongs. Replies from larger companies have a greater impact on the final index numbers than those from small companies. Results are presented by question asked, showing the percentage of respondents reporting an improvement, deterioration or no change since the previous month. From these percentages, an index is derived: a level of 50.0 signals no change since the previous month, above 50.0 signals an increase (or improvement), below 50.0 a decrease (or contraction).

Commonwealth Bank Services PMI Link

The PMI service released by both the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in the Australian services sector. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. Traders want the highest possible reading as that will be taken as positive for the AUD. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction.

Nikkei Manufacturing PMI Link

The PMI released by the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in Hong Kong. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction. Usually a result above 50 is bullish, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Jibun Bank Services PMI Link

The Jibun Bank Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the services sector. As the services sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the services PMI is an important indicator of the overall economic conditions in Japan. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the JPY, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

ANZ Commodity Price Link

ANZ Commodity Price released by the ANZ National Bank is considered as an early indicator of export price changes. The price changes influence GDP and exchange rates. An increase in prices may indicate strength of the NZD, while a decrease in prices may indicate weakness of the NZD. A high reading is seen as bullish for the NZD, whereas a low reading is seen as bearish.

Home Loans Link

The Home Loans released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics presents the number of home loans. It indicates the housing market trend in Australia and a level of consumer confidence as large housing loans are taken out. A high reading is seen positive (or bullish) for the AUD, while a low reading is seen negative (or bearish).

Investment Lending for Homes Link

The investment lending for homes released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics measures number of fixed loans. A high reading anticipates growth in the Australian economy, and that is said to be positive (or bullish) for the AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Caixin Services PMI Link

The Caixin Services PMI™ is based on data compiled from monthly replies to questionnaires sent to purchasing executives in over 400 private service sector companies. The panel has been carefully selected to accurately replicate the true structure of the services economy.

Gross Domestic Product (YoY) Link

The Gross Domestic Product released by the Statistics Indonesia is a measure of the total value of all goods and services produced by Indonesia. The GDP is considered as a broad measure of economic activity and health. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rupiah, while a negative trend is seen as negative (or bearish).

Gross Domestic Product (QoQ) Link

The Gross Domestic Product released by the Statistics Indonesia is a measure of the total value of all goods and services produced by Indonesia. The GDP is considered as a broad measure of economic activity and health. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rupiah, while a negative trend is seen as negative (or bearish).

Retail Sales (MoM) Link

Retail sales data, released by Singapore of Department Statistics, represents total consumer purchase from retail stores. It provides valuable information about consumer spending which makes up the consumption part of GDP. Rising retail sales indicate stronger economic growth. However, if the increase is larger than the forecast it may be inflationary.

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

Retail sales data, released by Singapore of Department Statistics, represents total consumer purchase from retail stores. It provides valuable information about consumer spending which makes up the consumption part of GDP. Rising retail sales indicate stronger economic growth. However, if the increase is larger than the forecast it may be inflationary.

Purchasing Manager Index Services Link

The PMI service released by the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in the Russian Federation services sector. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment.   Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction. Usually a result above 50 is bullish for the Ruble, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

The retail Sales released by the Czech Statistical Office measures the total receipts of retail stores. Monthly percent changes reflect the rate of changes of such sales. Changes in Retail Sales are widely followed as an indicator of consumer spending. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive, or bullish for the Czech Koruna, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

The retail Sales released by the Hungarian Central Statistical Office, measures the total receipts of retail stores. Monthly percent changes reflect the rate of changes of such sales. Changes in Retail Sales are widely followed as an indicator of consumer spending. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive, or bullish for the Florint, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

Markit Services PMI Link

The Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) Services released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the services sector. As the services sector dominates a large part of total GDP, this PMI is an important indicator of business conditions and the overall economic condition in Spain. A result above 50 signals bullish sentiment for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Industrial Production Value (MoM) Link

The Industrial Production Value released by the SCB - Statistics Sweden shows the volume of production of Swedish industries such as factories and manufacturing. Uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If high industrial production growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the Swedish Krona.

Industrial Production Value (YoY) Link

The Industrial Production Value released by the SCB - Statistics Sweden shows the volume of production of Swedish industries such as factories and manufacturing. Uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If high industrial production growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the Swedish Krona.

New Orders Manufacturing (YoY) Link

The New Orders Manufacturing released by the SCB - Statistics Sweden captures the value of new contracts for goods in the manufacturing sector. An increasing number of new orders predicts enhanced production and a growth in the GDP. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Krona, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Markit Services PMI Link

The Services PMI released by the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in Italian services sector. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction. Usually, a result above 50 is bullish for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit Services PMI Link

The Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the services sector. As the services sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the services PMI is an important indicator of the overall economic condition in France. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the Euro, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit PMI Composite Link

The PMI monthly Composite Reports on Manufacturing and Services, released by Markit Economics, are based on a large number of business executives in private sector manufacturing and services companies. Data is usually released on the third working day of each month. Each response is weighted according to the size of the company and its contribution to total manufacturing or services output accounted for by the sub-sector to which that company belongs. Replies from larger companies have a greater impact on the final index numbers than those from small companies. Results are presented by question asked, showing the percentage of respondents reporting an improvement, deterioration or no change since the previous month. From these percentages, an index is derived: a level of 50.0 signals no change since the previous month, above 50.0 signals an increase (or improvement), below 50.0 a decrease (or contraction).

Markit Services PMI Link

The Services PMI released by the Markit Economics interviews German executives on the status of sales, employment, and their outlook. Because the performance of the German service sector is extremely consistent over time, services does not impact final GDP figures as much as the more volatile figure on the manufacturing sector. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction.

Markit PMI Composite Link

The PMI monthly Composite Reports on Manufacturing and Services, released by Markit Economics, are based on a large number of business executives in private sector manufacturing and services companies. Data is usually released on the third working day of each month. Each response is weighted according to the size of the company and its contribution to total manufacturing or services output accounted for by the sub-sector to which that company belongs. Replies from larger companies have a greater impact on the final index numbers than those from small companies. Results are presented by question asked, showing the percentage of respondents reporting an improvement, deterioration or no change since the previous month. From these percentages, an index is derived: a level of 50.0 signals no change since the previous month, above 50.0 signals an increase (or improvement), below 50.0 a decrease (or contraction).

Markit Services PMI Link

The PMI service released by the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in the Euro Zone services sector. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. It is worth noting that the European service sector does not influence, either positively or negatively, the GDP as much as the PMI manufacturing does. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction. Usually a result above 50 is bullish for the EUR, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

Markit PMI Composite Link

The PMI monthly Composite Reports on Manufacturing and Services, released by Markit Economics, are based on a large number of business executives in private sector manufacturing and services companies. Data is usually released on the third working day of each month. Each response is weighted according to the size of the company and its contribution to total manufacturing or services output accounted for by the sub-sector to which that company belongs. Replies from larger companies have a greater impact on the final index numbers than those from small companies. Results are presented by question asked, showing the percentage of respondents reporting an improvement, deterioration or no change since the previous month. From these percentages, an index is derived: a level of 50.0 signals no change since the previous month, above 50.0 signals an increase (or improvement), below 50.0 a decrease (or contraction).

Markit Services PMI Link

The PMI service released by both the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply and the Markit Economics is an indicator of the economic situation in the UK services sector. It captures an overview of the condition of sales and employment. It is worth noting that the UK service sector does not influence, either positively or negatively, the GDP as much as the Manufacturing PMI does. Traders want the highest possible reading as that will be taken as positive for the GBP. Any reading above 50 signals expansion, while a reading under 50 shows contraction.

Retail Sales (MoM) Link

The Retail Sales released by the Eurostat is a measure of changes in sales of the Euro zone retail sector. It shows the performance of the retail sector in the short term. Percent changes reflect the rate of changes of such sales. The changes are widely followed as an indicator of consumer spending. Usually, the positive economic growth anticipates "Bullish" for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative, or bearish, for the EUR.

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

The Retail Sales released by the Eurostat is a measure of changes in sales of the Euro zone retail sector. It shows the performance of the retail sector in the short term. Percent changes reflect the rate of changes of such sales. The changes are widely followed as an indicator of consumer spending. Usually, the positive economic growth anticipates "Bullish" for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative, or bearish, for the EUR.

Unemployment Rate Link

The Unemployment Rate released by Statistics Portugal is the number of unemployed workers divided by the total civilian labor force. It is a leading indicator for the Portuguese economy. If the rate is up, it indicates a lack of expansion within the labor market. As a result, a rise leads to weakening in the economy. Normally, a decrease in the figure is seen as positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while an increase is seen as negative (or bearish).

10-y Bond Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the bonds auctioned by UK Debt Management Office (DMO). The yield on the bonds represents the return an investor will receive by holding the bond until maturity.

MBA Mortgage Applications Link

The MBA Mortgage Applications released by the Mortgage Bankers Association presents various mortgage applications. It is considered as a leading indicator of the U.S Housing Market. A Mortgage growth represents a healthy housing market that stimulates the overall US economy. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Confidence Link

The Consumer Confidence released by INEGI is a leading index that measures the level of consumer confidence in economic activity. A high level of consumer confidence stimulates economic expansion while a low level drives to economic downturn. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Mexican Peso, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Confidence s.a Link

The Consumer Confidence released by INEGI is a leading index that measures the level of consumer confidence in economic activity. A high level of consumer confidence indicates economic expansion while a low level points to a downturn. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Mexican Peso, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Federal State Statistics Service is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The purchase power of Russian Ruble is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Russian Ruble, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

ADP Employment Change Link

The Employment Change released by the Automatic Data Processing, Inc, Inc is a measure of the change in the number of employed people in the US. Generally speaking, a rise in this indicator has positive implications for consumer spending, stimulating economic growth. So a high reading is traditionally seen as positive, or bullish for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative, or bearish.

Imports Link

Imports of goods and services, released by Statistics Canada, consist of transactions in goods and services (purchases, barter, gifts or grants) from non-residents to residents.

Exports Link

Exports of goods and services, released by Statistics Canada, consist of transactions in goods and services (purchases, barter, gifts or grants) from residents to non-residents.

International Merchandise Trade Link

The International Merchandise Trade released by the Statistics Canada is the difference in the value of its imports and exports of Canadian goods excluding intangibles like services. Export data can give an important reflection of Canadian growth as tangible goods like oil, gold and manufacturing dominate a large part of Canada 's GDP. If a steady demand in exchange for Canadian exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive for the CAD.

Trade Balance Link

The Trade Balance released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the U.S. Census Bureau is a balance between exports and imports of total goods and services. A positive value shows trade surplus, while a negative value shows trade deficit. It is an event that generates some volatility for the USD. If a steady demand in exchange for US exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive for the USD.<

Markit PMI Composite Link

The PMI monthly Composite Reports on Manufacturing and Services, released by Markit Economics, are based on a large number of business executives in private sector manufacturing and services companies. Data is usually released on the third working day of each month. Each response is weighted according to the size of the company and its contribution to total manufacturing or services output accounted for by the sub-sector to which that company belongs. Replies from larger companies have a greater impact on the final index numbers than those from small companies. Results are presented by question asked, showing the percentage of respondents reporting an improvement, deterioration or no change since the previous month. From these percentages, an index is derived: a level of 50.0 signals no change since the previous month, above 50.0 signals an increase (or improvement), below 50.0 a decrease (or contraction).

Markit Services PMI Link

The Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) released by Markit Economics captures business conditions in the services sector. As the services sector dominates a large part of total GDP, the services PMI is an important indicator of the overall economic condition in US. A result above 50 signals is bullish for the USD, whereas a result below 50 is seen as bearish.

ISM Non-Manufacturing Employment Index Link

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI released by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) shows business conditions in the US non-manufacturing sector, taking into account expectations for future production, new orders, inventories, employment and deliveries. It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in the US. The ISM Non-Manufacturing Employment Index represents business sentiment regarding labor market conditions and is considered a strong Non-Farm Payrolls leading indicator. A result above 50 is positive (or bullish) for the USD.

ISM Non-Manufacturing New Orders Index Link

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI released by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) shows business conditions in the US non-manufacturing sector, taking into account expectations for future production, new orders, inventories, employment and deliveries. It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in the US. The ISM Non-Manufacturing New Orders Index represents business sentiment regarding future market conditions. A result above 50 is positive (or bullish) for the USD.

ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices Paid Link

The ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI released by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) shows business conditions in the US non-manufacturing sector, taking into account expectations for future production, new orders, inventories, employment and deliveries. It is a significant indicator of the overall economic condition in the US. The ISM Prices Paid represents business sentiment regarding future inflation. A high reading is seen as positive for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative.

ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI Link

The ISM Non-Manufacturing Index released by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) shows business conditions in the US non-manufacturing sector. It is worth noting that the non-manufacturing sector does not influence, either positively or negatively, the GDP as much as the ISM Manufacturing does. A result above 50 is positive (or bullish) for the USD.

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change Link

The EIA Crude Oil stockpiles report is a weekly measure of the change in the number of barrels in stock of crude oil and its derivates, and it's released by the Energy Information Administration. This report tends to generate large price volatility, as oil prices impact on worldwide economies, affecting the most, commodity related currencies such as the Canadian dollar. Despite it has a limited impact among currencies, this report tends to affect the price of oil itself, and, therefore, had a more notorious impact on WTI crude futures.

Interest Rate Decision Link

The Interest Rate Decision is announced by the Central Bank of Brazil. If the bank is hawkish about the inflationary outlook of the economy and rises the interest rates, it is seen as positive, or bullish, for the BRL, while a dovish outlook for the economy (or a rate cut) is seen as negative, or bearish, for the currency.

Current Account Balance Link

The current account released by the Bank of Korea is a net flow of current transactions, including goods, services and interest payments into and out of South Korea. A current account surplus indicates that the flow of capital into the country exceeds the capital reduction. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Korean Won, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Gross Domestic Product Deflator (YoY) Link

The GDP Deflator released by the Cabinet Office measures the change in prices of final goods and services. It is considered as a key indicator for inflationary pressures, that provides insight into the future direction of monetary policy. A high reading or a better than expected number is seen as positive (or bullish) for the JPY, while a low reading is seen negative (or bearish).

Foreign Investment in Japan Stocks Link

Securities investment, released by Ministry of Finance, referrers to bonds issued in a domestic market by a foreign entity in the domestic market’s currency. The report is released by the Ministry of Finance, detailing the flows from the public sector excluding Bank of Japan. The net data shows the difference of capital inflow and outflow. A positive difference indicates net sales of foreign securities by residents (capital inflow), and a negative difference indicates net purchases of foreign securities by residents (capital outflow).

Foreign Bond Investment Link

Securities investment, released by Ministry of Finance, referrers to bonds issued in a domestic market by a foreign entity in the domestic market’s currency. The report is released by the Ministry of Finance, detailing the flows from the public sector excluding Bank of Japan. The net data shows the difference of capital inflow and outflow. A positive difference indicates net sales of foreign securities by residents (capital inflow), and a negative difference indicates net purchases of foreign securities by residents (capital outflow).

Gross Domestic Product Annualized Link

The Gross Domestic Product released by the Cabinet Office shows the monetary value of all the goods, services and structures produced in Japan within a given period of time. GDP is a gross measure of market activity because it indicates the pace at which the Japanese economy is growing or decreasing. A high reading or a better than expected number is seen as positive for the JPY, while a low reading is negative.

Gross Domestic Product (QoQ) Link

The Gross Domestic Product released by the Cabinet Office shows the monetary value of all the goods, services and structures produced in Japan within a given period of time. GDP is a gross measure of market activity because it indicates the pace at which the Japanese economy is growing or decreasing. A high reading or a better than expected number is seen as positive for the JPY, while a low reading is negative.