Our Lady of Mount Carmel Link

Banks will be closed due to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Day.

Marine Day Link

Banks will be closed due to Marine Day bank holiday.

Fixed Asset Investment (YTD) (YoY) Link

The Fixed Asset Investment released by the National Bureau of Statistics of China refers to the total amount money of the activities in construction and purchase of fixed assets, it is a comprehensive index which reflect the scale, pace, proportional relations and use orientation of the fixed assets investment. A large urban investment is an indicative of China's overall economic growth and strong domestic demand. As the Chinese economy has influence on the global economy, this economic indicator would have an impact on the Forex market. In general, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) CNY, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish) for the CNY.

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

The Retail Sales report released by the National Bureau of Statistics of China measures the total receipts of the retailed consumer goods. It reflects the total consumer goods that the various industries supply to the households and social groups through various channels. It is an important indicator to study the changes in the Chinese retail market and reflecting the degree of economic prosperity. In general, A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) CNY, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish) for the CNY.

Industrial Production (YoY) Link

Industrial output is released by the National Bureau of Statistics of China. It shows the volume of production of Chinese Industries such as factories and manufacturing facilities. A surge in output is regarded as inflationary which would prompt the People’s Bank of China would tighten monetary policy and fiscal policy risk. Generally speaking, if high industrial production growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the CNY, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish) for the CNY.

NBS Press Conference Link

As an agency directly under the State Council, the National Bureau of Statistics is in charge of statistics and economic accounting in China.

Gross Domestic Product (YoY) Link

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) released by the National Bureau of Statistics of China studies the gross value of all goods and services produced by China. The indicator presents the pace at which the Chinese economy is growing or decreasing. As the Chinese economy has influence on the global economy, this economic event would have an impact on the Forex market. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the CNY, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Gross Domestic Product (QoQ) Link

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) released by the National Bureau of Statistics of China studies the gross value of all goods and services produced by China. The indicator presents the pace at which the Chinese economy is growing or decreasing. As the Chinese economy has influence on the global economy, this economic event would have an impact on the Forex market. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the CNY, while a low reading is seen as negative ( or Bearish).

Imports Link

Imports released by Statistics Indonesia is a measure of the total goods and services imported into Indonesia. A steady demand for imports leads to growth in the trade deficit, which should be negative (or bullish) for the Rupiah.

Exports Link

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

Trade Balance Link

The Trade Balance released by Statistics Indonesia 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. If a steady demand in exchange for Indonesian exports is seen, the Rupiah will receive a positive (or bullish) effect, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

WPI Inflation Link

The WPI Inflation released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is a measure of price movements similar to the Consumer Price Indices (CPI). Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Rupee, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

3mth quarterly jobless average Link

The 3mth Jobless Average released by TurkStat is the number of unemployed workers in the economy. If the number rises, it indicates a lack of expansion within the Turkish labor market and thus a weakening in the economy. Normally, a decrease in the figure is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Lira, while an increase is seen as negative (or bearish).

Current Account (MoM) Link

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

Budget Balance Link

The Budget Balance released by the Turkish Treasury 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 Lira and a deficit is seen as negative (or bearish).

Trade Balance EU Link

The Trade Balance released by the National Institute of Statistics 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. If a steady demand in exchange for Italian exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive (or bullish) for the Euro.

Global Trade Balance Link

The Trade Balance released by the National Institute of Statistics 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 Euro. If a steady demand in exchange for Italian exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive (or bullish) for the common currency.

Trade Balance s.a. Link

The Trade Balance released by the Eurostat 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 EUR. Generally, if a steady demand in exchange for exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive for the EUR.

Trade Balance n.s.a. Link

The Trade Balance released by the Eurostat 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 EUR. Generally, if a steady demand in exchange for exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive for the EUR.

Trump - Putin meeting Link

United States and Russian Federation leaders Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Helsinki. The two leaders will discuss relations between the United States and Russia and a range of national security issues, according to the White House. Their summit could irritate U.S. allies who want to isolate Putin, such as Britain, or who are concerned about what they see as Trump’s overly friendly attitude toward the Russian leader.

Current Account Link

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

Net Inflation Link

The Net Inflation released by the Central Statistical Office is a measure of price movements over a range of goods. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Zloty, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Budget Fulfilment Link

The Budget Fulfilment released by the Economic Expert Group (EEG) portrays whther the Russian Budget turned out in surplus or deficit. The Budget is a plan of revenue and expenditure. Generally, deficit is seen as negative (or bearish), while surplus is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Ruble.

Foreign portfolio investment in Canadian securities Link

The International Securities released by the Statistics Canada shows the movements of incoming and outcoming investments (money market, stocks and bonds) from Canada. It also indicates the climate of foreign investors into Canadian securities and the CAD itself. This event causes volatility in the CAD. Generally, an increasing number of investments is seen as positive prospect of the Canadian economy (or bullish sentiment for the CAD).

Canadian portfolio investment in foreign securities Link

The Canadian investment in foreign securities released by the Statistics Canada shows the movements of outcoming investments (money market, stocks and bonds) from Canada. It also indicates the climate of Canadian investors into foreign securities. This event causes volatility in the CAD. Normally, an increasing number of investments is seen as positive prospect of the Canadian economy (or bullish sentiment for the CAD).

NY Empire State Manufacturing Index Link

The Empire State Manufacturing Survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York gauges business conditions for New York manufacturers. Generally speaking, a positive result indicates bullish for US Dollar, while a negative result shows poor growth of US Dollar.

Retail Sales ex Autos (MoM) Link

The Retail Sales ex Autos released by the US Census Bureau is a monthly data that shows all goods sold by retailers based on a sampling of retail stores of different types and sizes except the automobile sector. The retail sales index is often taken as an indicator of consumer confidence. This report is the "advance" report, which can be revised fairly significantly after the final numbers are calculated. The positive economic growth anticipates bullish movements for the USD.

Retail Sales (MoM) Link

The retail Sales released by the US Census Bureau 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 USD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Retail Sales control group Link

The "retail sales control group", published by US Census Bureau, represents the total industry sales that are used to prepare the estimates of PCE for most goods.

Business Inventories Link

The business inventories released by the US Census Bureau measures the monthly percentage changes in inventories from manufacturers, retailers, and wholesalers. The sales figures do not move the markets as they do not reflect personal consumption

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.

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.

Gross Domestic Product Link

The Gross Domestic Product released by Instituto Nacional de Estadística e Informática is a measure of the total value of all goods and services produced by Peru. The GDP is considered as a broad measure of economic activity and health.

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics New Zealand 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 NZD is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the NZD, while a low reading is seen as negative.

Consumer Price Index (QoQ) Link

Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics New Zealand 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 NZD is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the NZD, while a low reading is seen as negative.

Trade Balance Link

The Trade Balance released by the Korean Customs Service is a balance between exports and imports of total goods and services. A positive value shows a trade surplus, while a negative value shows a trade deficit. A steady demand in exchange for South Korean exports would turn into positive growth in the trade balance, which should be positive (or bullish) for the Won.

House Price Index Link

The hosing price index, released by the National Bureau of Statistics, is a key indicator for economy, as rising prices usually encourages new construction, and therefore, growth for the country. A high reading is seen as positive or (Bullish) for the CNY, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

RBA Meeting's Minutes Link

The minutes of the Reserve Bank of Australia meetings are published two weeks after the interest rate decision. The minutes give a full account of the policy discussion, including differences of view. They also record the votes of the individual members of the Committee. Generally speaking, if the RBA is hawkish about the inflationary outlook for the economy, then the markets see a higher possibility of a rate increase, and that is positive for the AUD.

Industrial Production (YoY) Link

The Industrial Production released by TurkStat shows the volume of production of Turkish industries such as factories and manufacturing. An uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If there is industrial production growth, this may generate a positive (or bullish) sentiment for the Lira.

Industrial Sales n.s.a. (YoY) Link

The Industrial Sales released by the National Institute of Statistics shows the volume of production of Italian industries such as factories and manufacturing. An uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If high industrial output growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the Euro.

Industrial Orders s.a (MoM) Link

The Industrial Orders released by the National Institute of Statistics is an indicator that includes shipments, inventories, and new and unfilled orders. An increase in the orders total may indicate an expansion in the Italian economy and could be an inflationary factor. A high reading is positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is negative.

Industrial Sales s.a. (MoM) Link

The Industrial Sales released by the National Institute of Statistics shows the volume of production of Italian industries such as factories and manufacturing. An uptrend is regarded as inflationary which may anticipate interest rates to rise. If high industrial output growth comes out, this may generate a positive sentiment (or bullish) for the Euro.

Industrial Orders n.s.a (YoY) Link

The Industrial Orders released by the National Institute of Statistics is an indicator that includes shipments, inventories, and new and unfilled orders. An increase in the orders total may indicate an expansion in the Italian economy and could be an inflationary factor. A high reading is positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is negative.

BOE's Governor Carney speech Link

Mark Carney is Governor of the Bank of England and Chairman of the Monetary Policy Committee, Financial Policy Committee and the Board of the Prudential Regulation Authority. His appointment as Governor was approved by Her Majesty the Queen on 26 November 2012. The Governor joined the Bank on 1 July 2013.

Claimant Count Rate Link

The Claimant Count Rate released by the National Statistics is a monthly measure of unemployment in the UK It indicates the health of the UK labor market. If the rate is up, it indicates a lack of expansion within the UK labor market, while it indicates economic expansion and could spark inflationary pressures if the rate is down. Generally, a decrease of the figure is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while an increase is seen as negative.

ILO Unemployment Rate (3M) Link

The ILO Unemployment Rate released by the National Statistics is the number of unemployed workers divided by the total civilian labor force. It is a leading indicator for the UK Economy. If the rate is up, it indicates a lack of expansion within the U.K. labor market. As a result, a rise leads to weaken the U.K. economy. Generally, a decrease of the figure is positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while an increase is negative.

Claimant Count Change Link

The Claimant Change released by the National Statistics presents the number of unemployed people in the UK. There is a tendency to influence the GBP volatility. Generally speaking, a rise in this indicator has negative implications for consumer spending which discourage economic growth. Generally, a high reading is seen as negative (or bearish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as positive (or bullish).

Average Earnings including Bonus (3Mo/Yr) Link

The Average Earing Including Bonus released by the National Statistics is a key short-term indicator of how levels of pay are changing within the UK economy. Generally speaking, the positive earnings growth anticipates positive (or bullish) for the GBP, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Average Earnings excluding Bonus (3Mo/Yr) Link

The Average Earing Excluding Bonus released by the National Statistics is a key short-term indicator of how levels of pay are changing within the UK economy. It can be seen as a measure of growth in "basic pay". Generally speaking, the positive earnings growth anticipates positive (or bullish) for the GBP, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (EU Norm) (MoM) Link

The EU Norm Inflation released by the Istituto Nazionale di Statistica is a measure of price movements harmonized across EU Member States. Similar to the national Consumer Price Indices (CPI), the inflation proxy also included personal computers, new cars and airfares while excluding owner/occupier housing and council tax. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the common currency, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Istituto Nazionale di Statistica 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 EUR is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative.

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Istituto Nazionale di Statistica 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 EUR is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative.

Consumer Price Index (EU Norm) (YoY) Link

The EU Norm Inflation released by the Istituto Nazionale di Statistica is a measure of price movements harmonized across EU Member States. Similar to the national Consumer Price Indices (CPI), the inflation proxy also included personal computers, new cars and airfares while excluding owner/occupier housing and council tax. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the common currency, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

DCLG House Price Index (YoY) Link

The House Price Index released by the Office for National Statistics shows changes in housing prices with the use of mix-adjusted method. The Index shows insight into housing trends and is considered as a key indicator for inflationary pressures. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive or (bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

3-Month Letras Auction Link

The figures displayed in the calendar represent the average yield on the Letras del Tesoro auctioned.

9-Month Letras Auction Link

The figures displayed in the calendar represent the average yield on the Letras del Tesoro auctioned.

Corporate Sector Wages Link

The Corporate Sector Wages released by the Central Statistical Office is an indicator of labor cost inflation and of the tightness of labor markets. This figure can provide insight on the Polish employment situation. A high reading is positive for the Zloty, whereas a low reading is negative.

NIESR GDP Estimate (3M) Link

The GDP Estimate released by the National Institute of Economic and Social Research is an estimate of growth over the last 3 months up to the report which comes out a month before the official announcement. The report is highly reliable and would influence the UK monetary policy. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Manufacturing Shipments (MoM) Link

The Manufacturing Shipment released by the Statistics Canada examines overall Shipments of Canada. It can be seen expected market demand. Generally speaking, a growing number of goods including unsold inventories indicates a fall in the market demand,which anticipates bearish for the CAD. Also, a decreasing shipment is seen as negative (or bearish). On the other hand, an increasing shipment is seen as positive (or bullish).

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.

Industrial Output Link

The Industrial Production released by the Federal State Statistics Service shows the volume of production of Russian 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 Russian Ruble

Industrial Production (MoM) Link

The Industrial Production released by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve shows the volume of production of US industries such as factories and manufacturing. Up trend 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 USD.

Capacity Utilization Link

The Capacity Utilization released by the Federal Reserve Board is the percentage of the US production capacity which is actually used over the short-time period. It is indicative of overall growth and demand in the U.S. economy. A high capacity utilization stimulates inflationary pressures. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

NAHB Housing Market Index Link

NAHB Housing Market Index is released by the National Association of Home Builders. It presents home sales and expected home buildings in the future indicating housing market trend in the United States. The growth rate of the housing market affects the USD volatility. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, whereas 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.

Fed's Powell Speech Link

Jerome H. Powell took office as a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System on May 25, 2012, to fill an unexpired term. On November 2, 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Powell to serve as the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Powell assumed office as Chair on February 5, 2018.

52-Week 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.

4-Week 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.

Total Net TIC Flows Link

The total Net TIC Flows is released by the US Department of Treasury. TIC stands for Treasury International Capital. It shows in and out flows of financial resources in the United States. The TIC flows is one of the major events in the market, as it is seen by most participants as the Government resource for offsetting the current Trade Deficit. Generally speaking, a high reading is positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is negative (or bearish).

Net Long-Term TIC Flows Link

The Net Long-Term TIC Flows is released by the US Department of Treasury. TIC stands for Treasury International Capital. It shows in and out flows of financial resources in the United States. The TIC flows is one of the major events in the market, as it is seen by most participants as the Government resource for offsetting the current Trade Deficit. Generally speaking, a high reading is positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is 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.

EcoFin Meeting Link

The Economic and Financial Affairs Council, the main decision-making body of the Council of the European Union, is composed by the Finance Ministers of the 27 European Union member states. The EcoFin covers areas such as coordinated economic measures, budgetary policies, public finances, capital movements and financial markets. The Ecofin can also gather the only 17 members of the Euro Area to examine measures related to the Euro and the EMU. An informal meeting of the Economic and Financial Affairs (Ecofin) Council is traditionally hosted by the Member State holding the EU presidency, Cyprus in this case.

HICP (YoY) Link

The HICP released by Statistics Austria is a measure of price movements harmonized across EU similar to the national consumer price indices (CPI). Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

HICP (MoM) Link

The HICP released by Statistics Austria is a measure of price movements harmonized across EU similar to the national consumer price indices (CPI). Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

EU Norm Inflation (YoY) Link

The EU Norm Inflation released by Statistical Office of the Slovak Republic is a measure of price movements harmonized across EU Member States. Similar to the national Consumer Price Indices (CPI), the inflation proxy also included personal computers, new cars and airfares while excluding owner/occupier housing and council tax. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

EU Norm Inflation (MoM) Link

The EU Norm Inflation released by Statistical Office of the Slovak Republic is a measure of price movements harmonized across EU Member States. Similar to the national Consumer Price Indices (CPI), the inflation proxy also included personal computers, new cars and airfares while excluding owner/occupier housing and council tax. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Euro, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Producer Price Index released by the Central Statistical Office measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Poland 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 Zloty, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Industrial Output (YoY) Link

The Industrial Output released by Central Statistical Office measures outputs of the Polish factories. Changes in industrial output are widely followed as a major indicator of strength in the manufacturing sector. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Zloty, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics South Africa Head Office 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 Rand 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 Rand, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics South Africa Head Office 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 Rand 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 Rand, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

PPI Core Output (YoY) n.s.a Link

Producer Prices Index Core Output, released by National Statistics, excludes volatile items such as food and energy. The Core PPI is generally a better measure of inflation because it excludes those items whose short-term price fluctuations can distort inflationary data.

Producer Price Index - Input (YoY) n.s.a Link

The Producer Price Index Input released by the National Statistics is a monthly measurement of the rate of inflation experienced by the UK manufactures when buying goods and services. It captures changes in the average price of a fixed basket of goods and services purchased by the UK Manufactures. A high reading is positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index - Input (MoM) n.s.a Link

The Producer Price Index Input released by the National Statistics is a monthly measurement of the rate of inflation experienced by the UK manufactures when buying goods and services. It captures changes in the average price of a fixed basket of goods and services purchased by the UK Manufactures. A high reading is positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index - Output (YoY) n.s.a Link

The Producer Price Index released by the National Statistics is a monthly measurement of the price changes of goods produced by UK manufacturers. Generally speaking, a price hike generates higher retail prices for consumers. Thus, a high reading is positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

PPI Core Output (MoM) n.s.a Link

Producer Prices Index Core Output, released by National Statistics, excludes volatile items such as food and energy. The Core PPI is generally a better measure of inflation because it excludes those items whose short-term price fluctuations can distort inflationary data.

Producer Price Index - Output (MoM) n.s.a Link

The Producer Price Index Out released by the National Statistics is a monthly measurement of the price changes of goods produced by UK manufacturers. Generally speaking, a price hike generates higher retail prices for consumers. Thus, a high reading is positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Retail Price Index (MoM) Link

Retail Price Index released by the National Statistics is a statistical measure of a weighted average of prices of a specified set of goods and services purchased by consumers. It is widely considered as a key measure of inflation that indicates an accurate reflection of the cost of living. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Retail Price Index (YoY) Link

Retail Price Index released by the National Statistics is a statistical measure of a weighted average of prices of a specified set of goods and services purchased by consumers. It is widely considered as a key measure of inflation that indicates an accurate reflection of the cost of living. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the National Statistics 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 GBP is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends.Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the National Statistics 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 GBP is dragged down by inflation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Core Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Core Consumer Price Index released by the National Statistics is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. "Core" excludes seasonally volatile products such as food and energy in order to capture an accurate calculation. The CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Euro Zone CPI released by the Eurostat captures the changes in the price of goods and services. The CPI is a significant way to measure changes in purchasing trends and inflation in the Euro Zone. Generally, a high reading anticipates a hawkish attitude which will be positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index - Core (MoM) Link

The core Consumer Price Index released by Eurostat is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services excluding the volatile components like food, energy, alcohol and tobacco. The core CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive or bullish for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative.

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Euro Zone CPI released by the Eurostat captures the changes in the price of goods and services. The CPI is a significant way to measure changes in purchasing trends and inflation in the Euro Zone. Generally, a high reading anticipates a hawkish attitude which will be positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Price Index - Core (YoY) Link

The core Consumer Price Index released by Eurostat is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services excluding the volatile components like food, energy, alcohol and tobacco. The core CPI is a key indicator to measure inflation and changes in purchasing trends. Generally, a high reading is seen as positive or bullish for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative.

30-y Bond Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the Federal Bonds auctioned by Deutsche Bundesbank. German Federal Bonds have maturities of above then thirty years. The yield on the bonos 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.

Current Account Balance Link

The current account, released by Statistics Portugal is a net flow of current transactions, including goods, services and interest payments into and out of Portugal. 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 EUR, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish)

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).

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

The retail Sales released by the Statistics South Africa Head 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 Rand, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

M3 Money Supply Link

The M3 Money Supply released by the Reserve Bank of India measures all the India Rupees 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 the M3 money is considered as positive for the Rupee, whereas a decline is negative.

Housing Starts Change Link

The Housing Starts released by the US Census Bureau, at the Department of Commerce is an indicator that tracks how many new single-family homes or buildings were constructed. For the survey each house and each single apartment are counted as one housing start. The figures include all private and publicly owned units. It indicates movements of the US housing market. Generally, a high reading anticipates positive (or bullish) for the USD, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Housing Starts (MoM) Link

The Housing Starts released by the US Census Bureau, at the Department of Commerce is an indicator that tracks how many new single-family homes or buildings were constructed. For the survey each house and each single apartment are counted as one housing start. The figures include all private and publicly owned units. It indicates movements of the US housing market. Generally, a high reading anticipates positive (or bullish) for the USD, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Building Permits (MoM) Link

The Building Permits released by the US Census Bureau, at the Department of Commerce shows the number of permits for new construction projects. It implies the movement of corporate investments (US economic development). It tends to cause some volatility to the USD. Normally, the more growing number of permits, the more positive (or bullish) for the USD.

Building Permits Change Link

The Building Permits released by the US Census Bureau, at the Department of Commerce shows the number of permits for new construction projects. It implies the movement of corporate investments (US economic development). It tends to cause some volatility to the USD. Normally, the more growing number of permits, the more positive (or bullish) for the USD.

Unemployment Rate Link

The Unemployment Rate released by the The Central Bank of the Russian Federation is the number of unemployed workers divided by the total civilian labor force. It is a leading indicator for the Russian economy. If the rate is up, it indicates a lack of expansion within the Russian 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 Russian Ruble, while an increase is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Producer Price Index released by the Federal State Statistics Service measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Russian 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 Russian Ruble, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Producer Price Index released by the Federal State Statistics Service measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Russian 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 Russian Ruble, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Fed's Powell Speech Link

Jerome H. Powell took office as a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System on May 25, 2012, to fill an unexpired term. On November 2, 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Powell to serve as the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Powell assumed office as Chair on February 5, 2018.

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.

Fed's Beige Book Link

The Beige Book reports on the current US economic situation. Through interviews with key business contacts, economists, market experts, and other sources are gathered by each of the 12 Federal Reserve Districts. The survey gives a picture of the overall US economic growth. An optimistic view of those authorities is considered as positive, or bullish for the USD, whereas a pessimistic view is considered as negative, or bearish for the Dollar.

Trade Balance - BOP Basis Link

The Trade Balance released by the Customs Office is a measure of balance amount between import and export. A positive value shows a trade surplus while a negative value shows a trade deficit. Japan is so much dependant on exports that the Japanese economy heavily relies on a trade surplus. If a steady demand in exchange for Japanese exports is seen, that would turn into a positive growth in the trade balance, and that should be positive for the JPY.

Imports (YoY) Link

Imports of goods and services, released by Ministry of Finance, consist of transactions in goods and services (purchases, barters, gifts or grants) from non-residents to residents.

Merchandise Trade Balance Total Link

The Merchandise Trade Balance Total released by the Ministry of Finance is a measure of balance amount between import and export. A positive value shows a trade surplus while a negative value shows a trade deficit. Japan is so much dependant on exports that the Japanese economy heavily relies on a trade surplus. Therefore, any variation in the figures influences the domestic economy. If a steady demand in exchange for Japanese exports is seen, that would turn into a positive.

Exports (YoY) Link

Exports of goods and services, released by Japan Customs, consist of transactions of goods ans services (sales, barter, gifts or grants) from residents to non-residents.

Adjusted Merchandise Trade Balance Link

The Adjusted Merchandise Trade Balance is released by the Ministry of Finance and it's a seasonal measure of balance amount between import and export. A positive value shows a trade surplus while a negative value shows a trade deficit. Japan is so much dependant on exports. A high reading is positive for the JPY, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).