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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Step-Up Bond
Step-Up Bond is a kind of bond where the first period is paid with an initial coupon rate. After the initial payment, the coupon rate goes higher f ...
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ECONOMIC CALENDAR
| Time | Country | Indices | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Unemployment Change | Mar | |
| 16:00 | ISM Services PMI | Mar | |
| 01:30 | Household Spending | Feb | |
| 03:00 | ANZ Commodity Prices | Mar | |
| 03:30 | ANZ Jobs Advertisements | Mar | |
| 05:35 | 30-Year JGB Auction | Apr | |
| 07:00 | Leading Indicators | Feb | |
| 09:00 | Foreign Currency Reserves | Mar | |
| 09:15 | PMI Services | Mar |
