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Today, Oct 15

06:17 story GBP

UK Economy Posts Unexpected 0.1% Growth in August, Sterling Rises

The UK economy recorded an unexpected **0.1%** expansion in August, defying forecasts for a contraction and leading to a notable rise in the **British pound**.

Yesterday, Oct 14

21:30 Daily brief AUD

Sydney Open Briefing: Thursday, October 15, 2026

Sydney opens with mixed risk, USD strength after US CPI. Australian jobs data and Fed speech are key events. 06:02 story GBP

BoE’s Bailey Stresses Inflation Commitment Amid Market Resilience Concerns

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey reiterated the central bank's commitment to its inflation target while calling for stronger financial markets to absorb future shocks. 06:01 Event preview GBP

UK GDP m/m preview: Consensus points to contraction

Traders await the UK's monthly GDP figures. The market consensus expects a contraction of 0.1% following the previous month's growth of 0.4%.

Thursday, Oct 8

07:30 Daily brief EUR

London Open Briefing: Thursday, October 8, 2026

London opens with a risk-off tone as equities decline. JPY and USD are strong, GBP is weak. Key speeches and a US bond auction are ahead. 05:47 story CNY

UK Considers Tariffs on Chinese EVs Amid EU Alignment Efforts

The United Kingdom is reportedly preparing to impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports, aligning with the European Union's push for trade protection.

Wednesday, Oct 7

21:30 Daily brief EUR

Sydney Open Briefing: Thursday, October 8, 2026

Sydney opens with XAUUSD and USTEC gains. EIA data shows mixed results for USD energy. Japan's Current Account and Germany's Trade Balance are due, alongside a... 10:17 story EUR

IMF Chief Georgieva Warns of Global Debt, AI, and Energy Risks Ahead of Annual Meetings

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has urged global governments to address a 'risk cocktail' of challenges, including record debt levels and the dual nature of AI,...

Tuesday, Oct 6

07:30 Daily brief CAD

London Open Briefing: Tuesday, October 6, 2026

London Open Briefing: Asian equities rose, reflecting a risk-on tone. CHF and Eurozone industrial data released, with key speeches and US trade figures ahead.

Monday, Oct 5

21:30 Daily brief EUR

Sydney Open Briefing: Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Sydney opens with a slight risk-on tone, US equities higher, and key US ISM data showing mixed signals. JGB auction and central bank speeches are ahead.

Sunday, Oct 4

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

10:32 story CZK

Global Manufacturing PMIs Indicate Broad Expansion in September, European Inflationary Pressures Build

Manufacturing sectors across Asia and Europe largely expanded in September, with several Asian economies reporting accelerated growth, while European nations faced increasing input and output price... 08:33 story GBP

US Treasury Yields Surge to Multi-Decade Highs Amid Global Bond Sell-Off

US Treasury yields, including the benchmark 10-year and 30-year bonds, surged to levels not seen in over two decades, driven by persistent inflation concerns and government... 07:30 Daily brief EUR

London Open Briefing: Thursday, October 1, 2026

London opens with mixed equities, a stronger yen, and key European PMIs. BoE Governor Bailey speaks, followed by US manufacturing data.

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. 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.