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Monday, Aug 31
21:30 Daily brief CNY

Sydney Open Briefing: Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Sydney opens with mixed equities and a strong US Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index. Traders watch upcoming JPY, CNY, and EUR data.
16:01 story USD

Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole Speech Elevates September Rate Hike Expectations

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish address at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium has significantly increased market expectations for a September interest rate hike, strengthening the...
13:30 Event recap EUR

Germany CPI y/y comes in at 2.9% against 2.2% consensus

Germany's August CPI year over year was reported at 2.9%, exceeding the 2.2% consensus. EURJPY saw a notable move, while other EUR crosses showed smaller shifts.
13:30 Event recap EUR

Germany CPI m/m comes in at 0.2% against -0.2% consensus

Germany's latest CPI month over month figure was released, showing an actual increase of 0.2% compared to a consensus expectation of -0.2%. This print represents a...
12:32 story EUR

Germany’s August Preliminary Inflation Edges Up to **2.9%** Year-on-Year, Below Forecasts

Germany's preliminary Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for August rose to **2.9%** year-on-year, an increase from July but missing market expectations. Rising energy costs were...
12:30 Daily brief EUR

New York Open Briefing: Monday, August 31, 2026

New York opens with mixed equity performance, gold higher, and JPY strongest. Key releases include HKMA M3 and Spain's Current Account, with the MNI Chicago Business...
12:17 story INR

India’s Economy Exceeds Forecasts with Robust 7.8% Growth in Q2

India's economy expanded by 7.8% in the April-June quarter, surpassing market expectations and demonstrating resilience.
12:17 story USD

Aon Finalizes $17 Billion All-Cash Acquisition of USI Insurance Services from KKR

Professional services firm Aon Plc has announced an agreement to acquire USI Insurance Services from KKR & Co. Inc. for approximately $17 billion in an all-cash...
07:30 Daily brief AUD

London Open Briefing: Monday, August 31, 2026

London opens with mixed sentiment, as JP225 rises and JPY strengthens across the board. Key data releases from SARB, China, and Australia have landed, with US...
06:00 Event preview EUR

CPI y/y (EUR) preview: Consensus points to 3.1% after 2.9% previous

The Eurozone CPI y/y release is due on September 1, with market consensus at 3.1%. Historically, this high-impact event has driven significant volatility across EUR pairs.
06:00 Event preview USD

MNI Chicago Business Barometer preview: Consensus points to stronger business activity

The MNI Chicago Business Barometer is due tomorrow, with market consensus at 58.9, up from the previous 57.6. This high impact release has historically generated significant...
02:02 story USD

US Strikes Iranian Rocket Launchers, Oil Prices Rise Amid Supply Concerns

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island Sunday, citing preparations to deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a surge in...
02:01 Event recap CNY

Composite PMI (CNY) comes in at 49.5

China's Composite PMI was reported at 49.5, an increase from the previous 49.3. USDCNH saw a notable move one hour after the release.
02:00 Event recap CNY

Non-Manufacturing PMI (CNY) comes in at 49 against 49.7 consensus

China's Non-Manufacturing PMI registered 49, falling short of the 49.7 consensus. USDCNH saw initial gains before reversing significantly.
02:00 Event recap CNY

Manufacturing PMI comes in at 49.8 against 48.6 consensus

China's Manufacturing PMI was reported at 49.8, exceeding consensus. USDCNH saw a notable move one hour after the release.
02:00 Event recap AUD

Company Gross Operating Profits q/q (AUD) comes in at 1.8% against -2.7% consensus

Australian Company Gross Operating Profits q/q significantly exceeded expectations, printing at 1.8% against a consensus of -2.7%. The Australian dollar showed varied movement in the immediate...
01:46 story AUD

China’s August Manufacturing PMI Shows Slower Contraction, Non-Manufacturing Steady

China's National Bureau of Statistics reported an improvement in August's Manufacturing PMI, though it remained in contraction, while the Non-Manufacturing PMI held steady.
00:16 Event recap JPY

Industrial Production m/m (JPY) comes in at 0.1% against 1.1% consensus

Japan's Industrial Production m/m registered 0.1%, significantly missing the 1.1% consensus. JPY pairs showed varied initial reactions, mostly reversing to declines after 15 minutes.
00:15 Event recap JPY

Large Retailer’s Sales y/y (JPY) comes in at 1.4% against 1.4% consensus

Japan's Large Retailer's Sales year over year matched consensus at 1.4%. Initial market reaction in JPY pairs has been modest.
00:15 Event recap JPY

Retail Sales m/m (JPY) comes in at 2.4% against -0.6% consensus

Japan's Retail Sales for August significantly exceeded expectations, printing at 2.4% against a consensus of -0.6%. JPY crosses showed varied initial movements.
00:01 story JPY

US Treasury Secretary Bessent Comments on Yen Stability, Signals Reduced Intervention Odds

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that recent Japanese Yen movements are 'pretty well contained,' suggesting a lower likelihood of joint intervention. He also deferred to...