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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | Bundesbank Monthly Report | ||
| 14:30 | Foreign Securities Purchases | Apr | |
| 14:30 | NY Fed Empire State manufacturing index | Jun | |
| 16:00 | NAHB Housing Market Index | Jun | |
| 19:00 | ECB President Mario Draghi Speaks | ||
| 20:45 | BOC Deputy Governor Lawrence Schembri Speaks | ||
| 22:00 | TICS | Apr | |
| 23:00 | Westpac Consumer Confidence | 2 quarter | |
| 03:30 | Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes |
