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Wednesday, Sep 30
21:30 Daily brief AUD

Sydney Open Briefing: Thursday, October 1, 2026

Sydney opens with a risk-off tone from equity declines and gold drop. EIA data showed significant surprises. AUD Trade Balance is a key focus. 19:02 story USD

President Trump Calls for Powell’s Resignation, Seeks AG Review Over Fed Renovation

The Federal Reserve's internal watchdog found no criminal wrongdoing in its **$2.4 billion** headquarters renovation, though it noted significant management and oversight failures. 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at 0.553M against 0.917M consensus

The latest EIA Cushing Crude Oil Stocks Change was reported at 0.553M, below the 0.917M consensus. Initial market reactions were observed across major pairs and gold. 15:00 Event recap USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change comes in at 0.922M against -0.701M consensus

The EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change reported an increase of 0.922M barrels, surprising market consensus. Initial market reactions were observed across major forex pairs and gold. 14:30 Event recap USD

MNI Chicago Business Barometer comes in at 58.8

The MNI Chicago Business Barometer was released at **58.8**. Initial market reactions were observed across major currency pairs and gold. 13:15 Event recap USD

PCE Price Index m/m comes in at 0.3% against 0% consensus

The latest PCE Price Index m/m for September was released at 0.3%, exceeding the 0% consensus. Markets showed notable reactions across major currency pairs and gold. 13:02 Event recap USD

Personal Spending m/m comes in at 0.9% against 0.3% consensus

US Personal Spending for September rose by 0.9%, significantly exceeding the consensus forecast of 0.3%. Forex pairs showed varied reactions in the 15 minutes following the... 13:02 Event recap USD

PCE Price Index y/y comes in at 3.4% against 4.2% consensus

The US PCE Price Index y/y was released at 3.4%, significantly below the 4.2% consensus. The US Dollar weakened across the board following the data. 13:01 Event recap USD

Core PCE Price Index y/y comes in at 3% against 3.3% consensus

The US Core PCE Price Index year over year printed at 3%, falling below the 3.3% consensus. The US Dollar weakened across the board following the... 13:01 Event recap USD

US Core PCE Price Index m/m comes in at 0.2% against 0.2% consensus

The US Core PCE Price Index m/m matched consensus at 0.2%. Market reaction showed notable moves in major pairs and gold. 13:01 Event recap USD

GDP Sales q/q comes in at 2.8% against 2.2% consensus

USD GDP Sales q/q exceeded expectations at 2.8%, prompting immediate market reactions across major currency pairs and gold. 13:01 Event recap USD

Real PCE q/q comes in at 3.8% against 3.4% consensus

The latest US Real PCE q/q data showed a 3.8% increase, surpassing the 3.4% consensus. Markets reacted with varied moves across major currency pairs and gold. 13:00 Event recap USD

US GDP q/q comes in at 2.2% against 1.5% consensus

US GDP for the third quarter significantly exceeded expectations, printing at 2.2% against a 1.5% consensus. The US Dollar weakened across the board following the release. 13:00 Event recap USD

Retail Inventories excl. Autos m/m comes in at 0.1%

USD Retail Inventories excluding Autos for September registered 0.1%. Markets showed varied reactions across major pairs 15 minutes after the release. 13:00 Event recap USD

Retail Inventories m/m comes in at 0.3% against 0.8% consensus

USD Retail Inventories m/m printed at 0.3%, significantly below the 0.8% consensus. This release saw varied market reactions across major pairs. 13:00 Event recap USD

Goods Trade Balance (USD) comes in at -132.636B against -111.11B consensus

The US Goods Trade Balance reported a wider deficit of -132.636 billion USD, significantly missing the consensus. The US Dollar weakened across major pairs in the... 12:47 story USD

US Core PCE Inflation Eases to 3.0% in August, Below Expectations

The U.S. Commerce Department reported that the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, showed core inflation slowing to 3.0% year-over-year... 12:45 Event recap USD

ADP Nonfarm Employment Change comes in at 90K against 41K consensus

The latest ADP Nonfarm Employment Change report showed a significant beat, with 90K jobs added against a 41K consensus. Market reaction in the first 15 minutes... 12:33 story EUR

Italy’s September Inflation Exceeds Forecasts, Reaching Three-Year High on Energy Costs

Italy's preliminary September consumer price index significantly accelerated to 4.2% year-on-year, surpassing forecasts and marking a three-year high, primarily due to surging energy costs. This data... 12:33 story USD

US Private Sector Employment Exceeds Expectations in September, Signaling Labor Market Stability

The ADP National Employment Report for September revealed a stronger-than-anticipated increase in U.S. private sector jobs, suggesting a stable labor market. 12:32 story EUR

German Preliminary CPI Accelerates to 3.3% in September, Exceeding Forecasts

Germany's preliminary Consumer Price Index (CPI) for September rose to 3.3% year-over-year, surpassing market expectations and accelerating from August's 2.9%. Energy prices were the primary driver,... 12:30 Event recap EUR

Germany CPI y/y comes in at 3.3% against 2.7% consensus

Germany's latest CPI data showed an annual inflation rate of 3.3%, exceeding the consensus forecast of 2.7%. The Euro saw varied movements against major pairs following... 12:30 Event recap EUR

Germany CPI m/m comes in at 0.6% against 0.5% consensus

Germany's CPI m/m was released at 0.6%, exceeding the 0.5% consensus. The Euro saw varied, generally smaller movements against major pairs. 12:30 Daily brief EUR

New York Open Briefing: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

New York opens with mixed equity sentiment and a strong GBP. US ADP Nonfarm Employment Change surprised to the upside, while German inflation data also exceeded... 09:02 story EUR

French Inflation Accelerates Sharply in September, Exceeding Forecasts on Energy Costs

France's preliminary September inflation data showed a significant acceleration, with both CPI and HICP rising more than expected, primarily driven by energy prices. 09:02 story EUR

German Unemployment Rises More Than Expected in September, Rate Holds Steady

Germany's seasonally adjusted unemployment increased by 12,000 in September, exceeding forecasts, while the jobless rate remained stable at 6.4%. 08:30 Event recap EUR

Germany Unemployment comes in at 3.012M against 2.992M consensus

Germany's unemployment figures were released, showing 3.012 million unemployed against a 2.992 million consensus. The Euro saw varied movements against major currencies following the data. 08:30 Event recap EUR

Germany Unemployment Rate comes in at 6.4% against 6.4% consensus

Germany's Unemployment Rate for September 2026 was released at 6.4%, matching market expectations. The Euro saw varied movements against major pairs in the immediate aftermath. 08:30 Event recap EUR

Germany Unemployment Change comes in at 12K against 0K consensus

Germany's Unemployment Change for September rose by 12K, exceeding the 0K consensus. The Euro showed varied initial reactions against major currencies. 07:30 Daily brief EUR

London Open Briefing: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

London Open Briefing for September 30, 2026. Focus on mixed French data, early European releases, and upcoming high-impact US figures. 07:15 Event recap EUR

France Consumer Spending m/m comes in at -0.5% against 0% consensus

France's Consumer Spending for September declined by **0.5%**, missing the **0%** consensus. The Euro saw limited movement across most major pairs in the immediate aftermath. 07:15 Event recap EUR

France CPI m/m comes in at -0.3% against 0.4% consensus

France's CPI month over month registered -0.3%, significantly missing the 0.4% consensus. Initial market reaction in EUR pairs has been limited. 07:15 Event recap EUR

France HICP m/m comes in at -0.4% against 0.5% consensus

France's HICP month over month recorded -0.4%, significantly missing the 0.5% consensus. The euro saw varied, relatively small initial market reactions. 07:02 story EUR

Germany’s Retail Sales Rebound in August, Below Expectations

German retail sales saw a monthly increase in August, recovering from a significant decline in July, although the growth rate was slightly less than anticipated by... 06:46 Event recap EUR

Germany Retail Sales m/m comes in at 1.3% against -0.7% consensus

Germany's Retail Sales m/m significantly exceeded expectations, printing at 1.3% against a -0.7% consensus. Initial market reactions for EUR pairs were relatively small compared to historical... 06:45 Event recap GBP

GDP q/q (GBP) comes in at 0.5% against 0.4% consensus

The UK's latest GDP q/q data showed a **0.5%** increase, surpassing the **0.4%** consensus. The British Pound saw varied reactions against major currencies in the initial... 06:45 Event recap GBP

Business Investment q/q comes in at 1.8% against 1.7% consensus

UK Business Investment for the quarter exceeded expectations, printing at 1.8% versus a 1.7% consensus. The British Pound saw varied initial reactions against major currencies. 06:45 Event recap GBP

GDP y/y comes in at 1.4% against 1.2% consensus

The UK's annual GDP growth was reported at 1.4%, exceeding the 1.2% consensus. Initial market reaction saw varied movements in GBP pairs. 06:45 Event recap GBP

Current Account (GBP) comes in at -19.932B against -22.16B consensus

The UK's Current Account deficit was reported at -19.932 billion pounds, narrower than the -22.16 billion pounds consensus. Initial market reaction saw varied moves for the... 06:02 Event preview USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change preview: Market expects a draw of 0.701M barrels

The upcoming EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change report is set for release on September 30, 2026, with market consensus anticipating a draw of 0.701M barrels. This... 06:02 Event preview USD

GDP Sales q/q preview: Market expects 2.2% growth

The upcoming US GDP Sales q/q release is set for September 30, 2026. Market consensus anticipates a 2.2% increase, matching the previous reading. 06:01 Event preview USD

US GDP q/q preview: Consensus matches previous reading

The US GDP q/q release is set for September 30, 2026, with market consensus at 1.5%, matching the prior reading. This high-impact event often leads to... 06:01 Event preview USD

US Core PCE Price Index m/m preview: Consensus expects 0.3%

The upcoming US Core PCE Price Index m/m release is a high-impact event for USD pairs. Market consensus anticipates a **0.3%** increase, up from the previous... 06:00 Event preview USD

Core PCE Price Index y/y preview: Consensus matches previous reading

The US Core PCE Price Index y/y is due, with consensus at 3.3% matching the prior month. This high-impact inflation gauge historically moves major FX pairs. 04:02 story AUD

Australia’s August CPI Rises to 4.0% YoY, but Softer Trimmed Mean Cools RBA Hike Bets, Weighing on AUD

Australian inflation accelerated in August, with the headline Consumer Price Index reaching **4.0%** year-over-year, yet a softer monthly trimmed mean reading eased expectations for a November... 03:02 story AUD

China’s September PMIs Return to Expansion Territory, Official Manufacturing at 50.1

China's manufacturing and non-manufacturing PMIs both moved back into expansion territory in September, signaling a modest uptick in economic activity ahead of a national holiday. 03:02 story JPY

Japanese PM Takaichi Addresses Yen Weakness, US Intervention Amid Market Caution

Japanese currency officials, including top diplomat Mimura and Finance Minister Katayama, have intensified warnings against Yen weakness, emphasizing coordination with the US Treasury, leading to JPY... 02:00 Event recap CNY

China Composite PMI Rises to 50.7

China's Composite PMI increased to 50.7 from its previous reading. USDCNH saw a limited reaction compared to historical moves. 02:00 Event recap CNY

China Non-Manufacturing PMI comes in at 50.2 against 49.4 consensus

China's Non-Manufacturing PMI was released at 50.2, exceeding the 49.4 consensus. USDCNH saw a one-hour move of -22 pips. 02:00 Event recap CNY

Manufacturing PMI (CNY) comes in at 50.1 against 50.2 consensus

China's Manufacturing PMI for September 2026 printed at 50.1, slightly below the 50.2 consensus. USDCNH saw a 1-hour move of -22 pips. 02:00 Event recap AUD

Building Approvals m/m (AUD) comes in at -6.1% against 3.6% consensus

Australian Building Approvals for September fell to -6.1%, significantly missing the 3.6% consensus. The Australian dollar weakened across major pairs following the release.