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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02:30 | ANZ Jobs Advertisements | Dec | |
| 10:00 | SECO Consumer Confidence | Dec | |
| 11:30 | Sentix Investor Confidence | Jan | |
| 20:01 | 10-y Bond Auction | Jan | |
| 23:00 | NZIER Business Confidence | 4 quarter | |
| 01:00 | FOMC Member John C. Williams Speaks | ||
| 01:30 | Westpac Consumer Sentiment | Jan | |
| 01:50 | Bank Lending | Dec | |
| 01:50 | Current Account | Nov |


