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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Total Debt to Total Assets
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Contributed Surplus
Amount of money a company generates from sources outside corporate earnings including sale of new shares higher than its par value. It helps both i ...
Level-Premium Insurance
A term life insurance policy in which the premium remains the same throughout the duration of the contract. The premium an individual paid for leve ...
Static Budget
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ECONOMIC CALENDAR
| Time | Country | Indices | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00:45 | Food Price | Jun | |
| 06:30 | Tertiary Industry Index | May | |
| 08:00 | Wholesale Price Index | Jun | |
| 17:30 | BoE Governor Andrew Bailey delivers a speech | ||
| 17:30 | FOMC Member John C. Williams Speaks | ||
| 20:00 | Federal Budget Balance | Jun | |
| 00:45 | Visitor Arrivals | May | |
| 01:01 | BRC Retail Sales Monitor | Jun | |
| 03:30 | NAB Business Confidence | Jun |
