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Wednesday, Oct 14
06:01 Event preview AUD

AUD Unemployment Rate preview: Consensus holds steady at 4.6%

Ahead of the Australian Unemployment Rate release on October 15, market consensus anticipates the rate to remain at 4.6%. This high-impact event often generates significant AUD...
06:01 Event preview AUD

AUD Employment Change preview: Consensus points to slower job growth

Australia's Employment Change data is due, with market consensus expecting an addition of **19.6K** jobs, a decrease from the prior **39.5K**. This high impact release often...
02:18 story AUD

China’s September PPI Surges 5.0%, CPI Rises 0.9% Amid Divergent Inflation Trends

China's Producer Price Index (PPI) significantly exceeded expectations in September 2026, rising 5.0% year-over-year, while the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 0.9%, slightly missing forecasts.
Friday, Oct 9
12:02 story AUD

Nvidia-Backed Firmus Withdraws Australian IPO Amid Market Volatility and Valuation Concerns

Nvidia-backed Firmus Grid Ltd., an Australian AI data center operator, has withdrawn its planned initial public offering on the ASX, citing market volatility and valuation concerns....
Tuesday, Oct 6
23:32 story AUD

Australian Consumer Sentiment Falls Sharply in October Following RBA Hike

Australian consumer confidence experienced a notable decline in October, primarily attributed to the Reserve Bank of Australia's recent interest rate increase and persistent fuel price pressures....
22:45 Event recap AUD

Ai Group Industry Index comes in at -24.2, down from previous -3.5

Australia's Ai Group Industry Index registered **-24.2**, a significant drop from the prior **-3.5**. Initial market reaction saw varied moves across AUD pairs.
21:30 Daily brief AUD

Sydney Open Briefing: Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Sydney opens with mixed global sentiment. NZD strengthened on GDT data, while CAD also saw gains. Key AUD and INR data are ahead.
12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Tuesday, October 6, 2026

New York opens with a slight risk-on tone, Asian equities higher, and gold gaining. Key data misses from Mexico and Australia, with central bank speeches and...
Sunday, Oct 4
21:30 Daily brief AUD

Sydney Open Briefing: Monday, October 5, 2026

Sydney Open sees AUD strength and a risk-on tone. Australian PMIs are in focus, with Japan's Services PMI ahead.
18:00 Daily brief AUD

The Week Ahead in Forex: October 4 to October 9, 2026

The week ahead features key US services data, FOMC minutes, and Canadian employment figures. Retail positioning shows notable shifts across major pairs and commodities.
Friday, Oct 2
21:00 COT weekly AUD

CFTC COT Report, Week to September 29, 2026: Canadian Dollar Net Speculative Position Falls 23k

Speculators significantly increased net short positions in CAD and JPY last week. Leveraged funds' net long in AUD is near its 52-week high.
12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Friday, October 2, 2026

New York Open Briefing: Asian and European equities show gains. CHF leads currency strength, while EUR lags. Traders watch Baker Hughes rig counts and a slate...
Thursday, Oct 1
05:47 story AUD

Australia’s Trade Surplus Narrows Sharply in August, Missing Expectations

Australia's trade surplus significantly narrowed to A$495 million in August, falling short of economist forecasts and driven by a surge in imports.
02:01 story AUD

RBA Financial Stability Review Highlights Domestic Resilience Amid Rising Global Vulnerabilities

The Reserve Bank of Australia's October 2026 Financial Stability Review indicates strong domestic resilience but warns of mounting global and operational risks, potentially influencing future monetary...
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.
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.
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.
Tuesday, Sep 29
12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Tuesday, September 29, 2026

New York session opens quietly with major pairs at 0.00%. US Consumer Confidence and Australian CPI are key events ahead.
10:02 story AUD

Reserve Bank of Australia Raises Cash Rate to 4.60%, a 15-Year High, Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns

The Reserve Bank of Australia increased its benchmark interest rate by **25 basis points** to **4.60%** on **Tuesday**, marking a **15-year high** as it addresses persistent...