See what's happening in the markets this week. Know when important economic events are coming — so you can trade with confidence.
An economic data release or official event that may affect the markets.
ECB President Lagarde speaks. Markets listen for signals about Eurozone monetary policy.
Factory activity index. Above 50 = factories are expanding, below 50 = shrinking.
US factory activity index. Above 50 = expansion, below 50 = contraction.
What US factories are paying for materials. Rising prices can signal future inflation.
The US President speaks. Markets react to policy announcements on trade, taxes, or spending.
A Reserve Bank of Australia official speaks. May signal future interest rate direction.
An ECB board member shares views on monetary policy or the economy.
An economic data release or official event that may affect the markets.
Inflation excluding food and energy. The number central banks watch most closely.
Early estimate of Eurozone inflation. Impacts ECB rate expectations.
Government spending vs. revenue. A deficit means the government spends more than it earns.
Gross Domestic Product — the total value of everything a country produces. The broadest measure of economic growth.
Consumer Price Index — measures how fast prices are rising. High CPI = high inflation.
The most important US jobs report. Shows how many new jobs were created. Big market mover.
US services sector activity. Services make up about 70% of the US economy.
A Bank of Canada official speaks. May affect CAD pairs.
Weekly count of people filing for unemployment benefits. Rising claims = weaker economy.
ECB President Lagarde speaks. Markets listen for signals about Eurozone monetary policy.
The most important US jobs report. Shows how many new jobs were created. Big market mover.
How much workers' pay is growing. Rising wages can lead to higher inflation.
Retail sales excluding cars. Shows consumer spending trends without auto volatility.
How much consumers are spending in shops. Consumer spending drives most of the economy.
The percentage of people looking for work but unable to find it. Key indicator of economic health.
Canadian purchasing managers' index. Measures overall business activity in Canada.
These events often cause big, fast price moves. Be careful with open trades.
Moderate price movement possible. Worth paying attention to.
Usually minor effect on prices. Good to know but rarely a concern.