The Machine Tool Orders measures the change in tool orders by manufacturers.
It indicates manufacturers' activity and therefore the business conditions in Japan.
A rise trend in the number of orders indicates expansion of the Japanese economy.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the JPY,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the JPY.
The German Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the changes in the price of goods
and services. The CPI measures price change from the perspective of the consumer.
It is a key way to measure changes in purchasing trends and inflation in Germany.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the EUR
(as the common way to fight inflation is raising rates, which may attract foreign investment), while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the EUR.
The Trade Balance index measures the difference in worth between exported and imported goods (exports minus imports).
This is the largest component of a country's balance of payments.
Export data can give reflection on Germany's growth.
Imports provide an indication of domestic demand.
Because foreigners must buy the domestic currency to pay for the nation's exports,
it may have sizable affect on the EUR.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the EUR,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the EUR.
The Trade Balance index measures the difference in worth between exported and imported goods (exports minus imports).
This is the largest component of a country's balance of payments.
Export data can give reflection on the UK growth.
Imports provide an indication of domestic demand.
Because foreigners must buy the domestic currency to pay for the nation's exports,
it may have sizable affect on the GBP.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the GBP,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the GBP.
The IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism measures the level of consumer confidence and optimism regarding economic activity.
It is a leading indicator as it can predict the consumer spending, which is a major
part in the total economic activity. This report, released by IBD and TIPP, is based on a survey of about 900 consumers.
Any reading above 50 indicates optimism, while a reading below indicates pessimism.
Higher readings point to higher consumer optimism.A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the USD,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the USD.
The Wholesale Inventories measures the change in the worth of unsold goods held by wholesalers.
High number can suggest lack of consumer demand.
Therefore - A higher than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the USD,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the USD.
The ABC/Washington Post Consumer Confidence Index is a rolling average based on telephone interviews with 1,000 randomly selected adults over the previous four-week period.
The index is based on three core questions, which asks respondents to rate the condition of the national economy, the state of their personal finances and whether now is a good time to buy things. Margin of sampling error for the results of each of the component questions is plus or minus 3 percentage points.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the USD,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the USD.
The Westpac Consumer Sentiment measures the change in the level of consumer confidence in economic activity.
It is a leading indicator as it can predict the consumer spending, which is a major
part in the total economic activity.
The reading is concluded from a survey of about 1,200 consumers that asks respondents to evaluate the prospects for the economy in the future.
Higher readings point to higher consumer optimism. Therefore -A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the AUD,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the AUD.
The Core Machinery Orders measures the monthly change in machinery orders,
excluding ships and Utilities.
It is a key indicator of investment and a leading indicator of production.
A rise trend in the number of orders indicates expansion of the Japanese economy.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the JPY,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the JPY.
The Corporate Goods Price Index (CGPI) measures the change in the selling prices of goods purchased by Japanese corporations.
The CPGI measures the change in the rate of inflation in Japan from the perspective of the manufacturer and is correlated with the CPI.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the JPY
(as the common way to fight inflation is raising rates, which may attract foreign investment), while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the JPY.
The National Australia Bank (NAB) Business Confidence measures the current business conditions in Australia.
It helps to analysis of economic situation in the short term.
A rising trend indicates increase in business investment which
may lead to higher levels of output. The indicator is concluded from a survey of around 350 companies. Above 0 indicates improving conditions, below indicates worsening conditions.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the AUD,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the AUD.
The Home Loans measures the change in the number of Home Loans.
It provides information about the buyers in the housing market in Australia.
A higher than expected reading should be taken as positive/bullish for the AUD,
while a lower than expected reading should be taken as negative/bearish for the AUD.
