Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumers Price Index (CPI), released by Statistics Singapore, measures the rate of price change of goods and services purchased by households. It measures changes in the average level of prices over a period of time. Consumer Price Index is the most frequently used indicator of inflation and reflect changes in the cost of acquiring a fixed basket of goods and services by the average consumer.

Consumer Confidence Link

The Consumer Confidence released by the Statistics Denmark 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 Danish Krone, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Consumer Confidence Link

The Consumer Confidence released by EcoWin 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 Lira, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Current Account (YoY) Link

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

Consumer Price Index Link

Consumer Price Index (CPI), released by Census and Statistics Department, provides a measure to reflect the price level of consumer goods ands services purchased by households. Four series of Consumer Price Indices (CPI) are compiled to reflect the impact of consumer price changes on households in different expenditure ranges.

Consumer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics Iceland 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 Iceland Krona 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 Iceland Krona, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the Statistics Iceland 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 Iceland Krona 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 Iceland Krona, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

German Buba Monthly Report Link

German Buba Monthly Report, released by Deutsche Bundesbank, contains relevant articles, speeches, statistical tables, and provides detailed analysis of current and future economic conditions from the bank's viewpoint.

M3 Money Supply (YoY) Link

The M3 Money Supply released by the National Bank of Poland measures all the Polish Zloty´s 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 Zloty, whereas a decline is as negative.

Wholesale Sales (MoM) Link

The Wholesale Sales released by the Statistics Canada shows value of sales made by wholesalers in Canada. Generally, a growing number in wholesales indicates increases in retail trade and consumption, that is seen as positive or bullish for the CAD, while a declining number indicates the weakened retail sectors, consumption, and the economy in Canada, that is seen as negative or bearish for the currency.

Chicago Fed National Activity Index Link

The Chicago Fed National Activity Index (CFNAI), released by Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, is a monthly index designed to gauge overall economic activity and related inflationary pressure.

Consumer Confidence Link

The Consumer Confidence released by the European Commission 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 EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Existing Home Sales Change (MoM) Link

The Existing Home Sales, released by the National Association of Realtors, provide an estimated value of housing market conditions. As the housing market is considered as a sensitive factor to the US economy, it generates some volatility for the USD. Generally speaking, a high reading is positive for the Dollar, while a low reading is negative.

Existing Home Sales (MoM) Link

The Existing Home Sales, released by the National Association of Realtors provide an estimated value of housing market conditions. As the housing market is considered as a sensitive factor to the US economy, it generates some volatility for the USD. Generally speaking, a high reading is positive for the Dollar, while a low reading is negative.

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.

MPC Member Broadbent Speech Link

Dr Ben Broadbent joined the Monetary Policy Committee of Bank of England in 2011. He was formerly an Economic Adviser at HM Treasury, and Assistant Professor of Economics at Columbia University from 1997-2000. For the decade prior to his appointment to the MPC, Dr Broadbent was Senior European Economist at Goldman Sachs, during which time he researched and wrote widely on the UK economy and monetary policy.

Nikkei Manufacturing PMI Link

The Nikkei 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.

Coincident Index Link

The Coincident Index released by the Cabinet Office is a single summary statistic that tracks the current state of the Japanese economy. A rise in the index indicates an expansion of economic activity and a decline in the index indicates a contraction in economic activity. Generally speaking, a result that values above 50% signals appreciates (or is bullish for) the JPY, whereas a result that values below 50% is seen as negative (or bearish).

Leading Economic Index Link

The Leading Economic Index released by the Cabinet Office is an economic indicator that consists of 12 indexes such as account inventory ratios, machinery orders, stock prices and other leading economic indicators. It shows the performance of the Japanese Economy over the short and mid-term. Generally speaking, a higher-than-previous reading is considered positive (or bullish) for the JPY, whereas a result worse than the previous is seen as bearish.

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

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

Unemployment Rate Link

The Unemployment Rate released by the Statistics Finland is the number of unemployed workers divided by the total civilian labor force. It is a leading indicator for the Finnish economy. If the rate is up, it indicates a lack of expansion within the Finnish 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).

Import Prices (YoY) Link

The Import Price Index released by Statistics Finland informs the changes in the price of imported products into the Finland. The higher the cost of imported goods, the stronger the effect they will have on inflation, making a higher probability of a rate rise. Therefore, a high reading should be taken as positive (or bullish) for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Export Prices (YoY) Link

The Export Price Index released by Statistics Finland informs of the changes in the price of Finnish export goods and services. A rise in prices is a threat over the mid-term as higher prices mean lower demands to be expected.

Business Climate Link

The Business Climate released by INSEE is a survey of the current business condition in France. It indicates the performance of the overall French economy from a short-term perspective. Positive economic growth anticipates bullish movements for the Euro, whereas negative growth 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 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 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 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.

Trade Balance non-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. 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.

Unemployment (MoM) Link

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

30-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.

CBI Industrial Trends Survey - Orders (MoM) Link

The CBI Industrial Trends Survey is released by the Confederation of British Industry and gives expert qualitative opinion from senior manufacturing executives, on past and expected trends in output, exports, prices, costs, investment intentions, business confidence and capacity utilization. Usually, if those opinions show a hawkish outlook in the manufacturing sector, that is seen as positive, or bullish, for the GBP.

TCMB Interest Rate Decision Link

The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey announces the interest rate policy. This interest rate tends to affect the exchange rate. If the Bank is hawkish about the inflationary outlook of the economy and rises the interest rate then it is positive, or bullish, for the TRY. Likewise if the TCMB has a dovish view on the Turkish economy and keeps the ongoing interest rate or cuts the interest rate then it is negative, or bearish.

MNB Interest Rate Decision Link

The Interest Rate Decision is announced by the Magyar Nemzti Bank. 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 HUF, while a dovish outlook for the economy (or a rate cut) is seen as negative, or bearish, for the currency.

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.

Housing Price Index (MoM) Link

The Housing Price Index released by the Federal Housing Finance Agency provides an estimated value of housing market conditions. It is an important indicator as the housing market is considered as a sensitive factor to the US economy. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the USD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or 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 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.

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.

1st half-month Inflation Link

The 1st half-month core inflation index released by the Bank of Mexico 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 Mexican Peso is dragged down by inflation. The inflation index 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 Mexican Peso, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

1st half-month Core Inflation Link

The 1st half-month core inflation index released by the Bank of Mexico 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 Mexican Peso is dragged down by inflation. The inflation index 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 Mexican Peso, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Richmond Fed Manufacturing Index Link

The survey including information on shipments, new orders, order backlogs, and inventories conducted by Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond provides information on current activity in the manufacturing sector (mailing 220 business organizations). The industry inflation can been seen from the survey. Generally speaking, a high reading appreciates (or is bullish for) the USD, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish for) the USD.

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.

2-Year Note Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the notes auctioned by US Department of Treasury. US notes have maturities of 2, 3, 5, 7, and 10 years and pay interest every six months. The yield on the notes 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.

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.

Consumer Sentiment Index Link

The Consumer Sentiment Index released by the Bank of Korea is a leading survey that measures the level of consumer confidence in economic activity. A high level of consumer sentiment stimulates economic expansion while a low level drives to economic downturn. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Korean Won, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

BCCH Interest Rate Link

The interest rate and the monetary policy, announced by the Banco Central de Chile is the costo of the money and the measures adopted by the central bank to achieve major national economic goals. This interest rate affects the whole range of interest rates set by commercial banks, building societies and other institutions for their own savers and borrowers. It also tends to affect the exchange rate. Generally speaking, if the bank is hawkish about the inflationary outlook of the economy and rises the interest rates it is positive, or bullish, for the CLP.

Trade Balance (MoM) Link

The Trade Balance released by the Statistics New Zealand 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. Any variation in the figures influences the domestic economy. 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 NZD.
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Imports Link

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

Trade Balance (YoY) Link

Trade balance, released by Statistics New Zealand, is the difference between the value of country's exports and imports, over a period of year. A positive balance means that exports exceed imports, a negative ones means the opposite. Positive trade balance illustrates high competitiveness of country's economy.

Exports Link

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

Consumer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the RBA and republished by the Australian Bureau of 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 AUD 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 AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

RBA trimmed mean CPI (YoY) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the RBA and republished by the Australian Bureau of Statistics is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The trimmed mean is calculated as the weighted mean of the central 70% of the quarterly price change distribution of all CPI components, with the annual rates based on compounded quarterly calculations.

RBA trimmed mean CPI (QoQ) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the RBA and republished by the Australian Bureau of Statistics is a measure of price movements by the comparison between the retail prices of a representative shopping basket of goods and services. The trimmed mean is calculated as the weighted mean of the central 70% of the quarterly price change distribution of all CPI components, with the annual rates based on compounded quarterly calculations.

Consumer Price Index (QoQ) Link

The Consumer Price Index released by the RBA and republished by the Australian Bureau of 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 AUD 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 AUD, while a low reading is seen as negative (or Bearish).

Industrial Outlook Link

The Industrial Outlook released by the Statistics Denmark shows forecasts of the growth in the industrial sector. It is considered as an indicator of future business expectations. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Danish Kroner, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Prices (MoM) Link

The Producer Price Index released by INSEE measures the average changes in prices in primary French markets 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 Euro, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Unemployment Rate (3M) Link

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

Producer Price Index (YoY) Link

The Producer Price Index released by the SCB - Statistics Sweden measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Sweden 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 Krona, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Producer Price Index (MoM) Link

The Producer Price Index released by the SCB - Statistics Sweden measures the average changes in prices in primary markets of Sweden 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 Krona, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

M3 Money Supply (3m) Link

M3 is a measure of money supply that is released by the European Central Bank. It calculates all currency in circulation, bank deposits, repurchase agreements, debt securities up to 2 years and the value of money market shares. It is considered as an important indicator of inflation, as monetary expansion adds pressure to the exchange rate. Usually an acceleration of the M3 money is considered as positive, or bullish for the EUR, whereas a decline.

M3 Money Supply (YoY) Link

M3 is a measure of money supply that is released by the European Central Bank. It calculates all currency in circulation, bank deposits, repurchase agreements, debt securities up to 2 years and the value of money market shares. It is considered as an important indicator of inflation, as monetary expansion adds pressure to the exchange rate. Usually an acceleration of the M3 money is considered as positive, or bullish for the EUR, whereas a decline.

Private loans (YoY) Link

Private loans, released by European Central Bank, is change in the total value of new loans issued to consumers and businesses in the private sector.

ZEW Survey - Expectations Link

The ZEW Survey Expectations published by the Centre for European Economic Research presents business conditions, employment conditions and other elements affecting the day to day running of a business in Switzerland. Generally speaking, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the CHF, whereas a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

IFO - Business Climate Link

This German business sentiment index released by the CESifo Group is closely watched as an early indicator of current conditions and business expectations in Germany. The Institute surveys more than 7,000 enterprises on their assessment of the business situation and their short-term planning. The positive economic growth anticipates bullish movements for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

IFO - Current Assessment Link

The IFO Current Assessment released by the CESifo Group is closely watched as an indicator of current conditions and business expectations in Germany. The Institute surveys more than 7,000 enterprises on their assessment of the business situation and their short-term planning. The positive economic growth anticipates bullish movements for the EUR, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).
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IFO - Expectations Link

The IFO Expectations released by the CESifo Group is closely watched as an early indicator of current conditions and business expectations for the next six months, where firms rate the future outlook as better, same, or worse. An optimistic view of those 7,000 business leaders and senior managers is considered as positive, or bullish for the EUR, whereas a pessimistic view is considered as negative, or bearish.
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BBA Mortgage Approvals Link

The Mortgage Approvals published by the British Bankers' Association (BBA) measure the number of home loans issued by the BBA during the previous quarter. It is considered as a leading indicator of the UK Housing Market. A Mortgage growth represents a healthy housing market that stimulates the overall UK economy. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the GBP, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

CBI Distributive Trades Survey - Realized (MoM) Link

The CBI Distributive Trades Survey released by the Confederation of British Industry is an indicator of short-term trends in the UK retail and wholesale distribution sector. This survey tend to have an impact on the formulation of economic policy at the Bank of England and within Government. Usually, a high reading is seen as positive, or bullish for the GBP, while 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).

Manufacturing Confidence Link

The Manufacturing Confidence released by the Central Bank of Turkey shows the opinion of manufacturing executives regarding production expectations, order books and finished goods inventories. A high reading is seen as positive (or bullish) for the Lira, while a low reading is seen as negative (or bearish).

Capacity Utilization Link

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

Leading Indicator Link

The Leading Indicators released by the National Bank of Belgium measures future trends of the overall economic activity including industrial confidence, orders inflow/demand, tendency in manufacturing, and more. It is considered as a measure for economic stability in Belgium. This event generates some volatility for the Euro. Normally, a high reading is seen as positive (or bullish).

Retail Sales (MoM) Link

The Retail Sales released by INEGI measures the total receipts of retail stores. Monthly percent changues 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 Mexican peso, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

Retail Sales (YoY) Link

The Retail Sales released by INEGI 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 Mexican peso, while a low reading is seen as negative or bearish.

Current Account Link

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

New Home Sales Change (MoM) Link

The number of New Home sales released by the US Census Bureau is an important measure of housing market conditions. House buyers spend money on furnishing and financing their homes so as a result the demand for goods, services and the employees is stimulated. Generally, a high reading is seen as bullish for the USD, whereas a low reading is seen as bearish.

New Home Sales (MoM) Link

The number of New Home Sales released by the US Census Bureau is an important measure of housing market conditions. House buyers spend money on furnishing and financing their homes so as a result the demand for goods, services and the employees is stimulated. Generally, a high reading is seen as bullish for the USD, whereas a low reading is seen as bearish.

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.

5-Year Note Auction Link

Displayed in the calendar is the average yield on the notes auctioned by US Department of Treasury. US notes have maturities of 2, 3, 5, 7, and 10 years and pay interest every six months. The yield on the notes 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 Growth (QoQ) Link

The Gross Domestic Product released by the Bank of Korea is a measure of the total value of all goods and services produced by South Korea. The GDP is considered as a broad measure of economic activity and health. A rising trend has a positive effect on the Korean Won, while a falling trend is seen as negative (or bearish).

Gross Domestic Product Growth (YoY) Link

The Gross Domestic Product yy released by the Bank of Korea is a measure of the total value of all goods and services produced by South Korea. The GDP is considered as a broad measure of economic activity and health. A rising trend has a positive effect on the Korean Won, while a falling trend is seen as 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).