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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Instance in which a brokerage or analyst issues his initial rating on a specific stock or sector.
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ECONOMIC CALENDAR
| Time | Country | Indices | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | Current Account (sa) | Jun | |
| 11:00 | Consumer Price Index | Jul | |
| 11:00 | Consumer Price Index Core | Jul | |
| 12:00 | Bundesbank Monthly Report | ||
| 03:30 | Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes | ||
| 08:00 | Trade Balance | Jul | |
| 08:00 | PPI | Jul | |
| 12:00 | CBI industrial order books balance | Aug | |
| 14:30 | Manufacturing Shipments | Jun |
