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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Taiwan Dollar
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ECONOMIC CALENDAR
| Time | Country | Indices | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | Leading Indicators | Aug | |
| 11:00 | Ifo Business Climate Index | Oct | |
| 11:00 | Ifo Current Assessment | Oct | |
| 11:00 | IFO - Expectations | Oct | |
| 13:00 | Bundesbank Monthly Report | ||
| 16:00 | New Home Sales | Sep | |
| 17:30 | SNB Chairman Thomas Jordan Speaks | ||
| 23:45 | Trade Balance | Sep | |
| 04:30 | RBA Deputy Governor Guy Debelle Speaks |
