PRESENT SITUATION INDEX
A subindex that measures overall consumer sentiments toward the present economic situation and is used to derive (about 40% of) the Consumer Confidence Index, a widely used economic indicator. The sub-index is compiled from data gathered from a survey of 5,000 households on questions regarding current business and employment conditions. Also known as "Current Situation Index".
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ECONOMIC CALENDAR
| Time | Country | Indices | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 | Industrial Production | Jun | |
| 06:30 | Tertiary Industry Index | Jun | |
| 09:00 | Fixed Asset Investment | Jul | |
| 09:00 | Industrial production | Jul | |
| 09:00 | Retail Sales | Jul | |
| 09:00 | Unemployment Rate | Jul | |
| 09:00 | NBS Press Conference | ||
| 14:30 | Consumer Price Index | Jul | |
| 14:30 | Consumer Price Index Core | Jul |
