Background The Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, is a key gauge of underlying inflation in the U.S. economy. The year-over-year change in Core PCE is closely watched by policymakers, especially the Federal Reserve, as it informs decisions on interest rates and monetary policy. The August 2026…
Background The Bank of Brazil’s Monetary Policy Committee (COPOM) is set to meet on November 3-4, 2026, to decide on the target for the Selic rate, the country’s benchmark interest rate. This decision is crucial because the Selic rate directly influences inflation, economic growth, and currency stability in Brazil. The committee’s choice will reflect its…
Background The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is set to announce its monetary policy decision following the November 2-3, 2026 meeting of its Monetary Policy Board. This decision will determine whether the cash rate target remains unchanged or is adjusted in increments of 25 basis points or more. The cash rate is a key tool…
Background The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) is set to announce its monetary policy decision on September 2, 2026, with a focus on the official cash rate (OCR). The OCR is a key tool used by the RBNZ to influence inflation and economic growth. Given the global economic uncertainties and domestic inflation pressures, this…
Background The question of whether U.S. crude oil reserves in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) will fall to a certain level by late September 2026 is gaining attention amid ongoing shifts in global energy markets and U.S. energy policy. The SPR, managed by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), serves as a critical buffer against…
Background The Bank of Korea (BOK) is set to announce its monetary policy decision on October 22, 2026. This meeting is closely watched as the central bank navigates a complex economic environment marked by global inflationary pressures, domestic growth concerns, and evolving geopolitical risks. The key question is whether the BOK will adjust its base…
Background Mexico’s GDP growth rate for the third quarter of 2026 is set to be officially released on October 30, 2026, by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). This quarterly estimate is closely watched as it reflects the country’s economic momentum amid ongoing global uncertainties and domestic policy shifts. The question of how…
Background The Eurozone’s economic performance remains a focal point for policymakers and investors alike, especially as the region navigates a complex mix of inflationary pressures, energy market volatility, and geopolitical tensions. The upcoming preliminary flash estimate of GDP growth for Q3 2026, scheduled for release on October 30, will provide an early snapshot of how…
Background Germany’s GDP growth for the third quarter of 2026 is a key economic indicator that will shed light on the country’s economic trajectory amid ongoing global uncertainties. The official figure will be published by Destatis on October 30, 2026, reflecting the percentage change compared to the same quarter a year earlier. This release is…
Background The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is set to release its Statement on Monetary Policy following the October 2026 meeting on October 30. This statement will clarify any adjustments to the short-term policy interest rate, a key tool in Japan’s monetary policy framework. The BOJ’s decisions are closely watched globally due to their impact on…