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Thursday, Aug 6
22:16 story GBP

UK Construction Downturn Eases in July, PMI Reaches Four-Month High

The UK construction sector showed signs of stabilization in July, with the S&P Global/CIPS Purchasing Managers' Index rising to a four-month high, exceeding economist expectations.
09:00 Event recap GBP

S&P Global/CIPS Construction PMI comes in at 44.7 against 39 consensus

The latest S&P Global/CIPS Construction PMI for the UK printed at 44.7, exceeding the consensus forecast of 39. Initial market reactions show limited movement across major...
07:30 Daily brief AUD

London Open Briefing: Thursday, August 6, 2026

London opens with mixed sentiment. Key releases include Swiss unemployment, Spanish industrial production, and Australian trade balance. US labor data and Mexico's interest rate decision are...
Wednesday, Aug 5
21:30 Daily brief AUD

Sydney Open Briefing: Thursday, August 6, 2026

Sydney Open Briefing: Global equities declined amid a risk-off tone. Traders await Australia's Trade Balance data.
09:00 Event recap GBP

S&P Global/CIPS Composite PMI comes in at 52.2

The S&P Global/CIPS Composite PMI for the UK was released at 52.2. Initial market reaction shows limited movement across major GBP pairs.
09:00 Event recap GBP

S&P Global/CIPS Services PMI comes in at 52.1 against 51.8 consensus

The S&P Global/CIPS Services PMI for the UK was released, showing a reading of 52.1. This figure came in slightly above the market consensus.
Monday, Aug 3
12:30 Daily brief CHF

New York Open Briefing: Monday, August 3, 2026

New York opens with mixed global equities and a slightly risk-off tone. Focus turns to US manufacturing data, including S&P Global and ISM PMIs.
09:00 Event recap GBP

S&P Global/CIPS Manufacturing PMI comes in at 51.9 against 52.8 consensus

The UK's S&P Global/CIPS Manufacturing PMI registered 51.9, missing the 52.8 consensus. The British Pound showed varied initial reactions against major currency pairs.
07:30 Daily brief CHF

London Open Briefing: Monday, August 3, 2026

London opens with JPY strength across crosses. Manufacturing PMIs are a key focus, with several misses already and more ahead for Europe and the US.
Friday, Jul 31
21:00 COT weekly AUD

CFTC COT Report, Week to July 28, 2026: Euro Net Speculative Position Falls 9k

Speculators increased net long positions in Mexican Peso and British Pound futures, while net shorts grew in Euro and Japanese Yen futures, according to the latest...
20:01 Event recap GBP

CFTC GBP Non-Commercial Net Positions comes in at -64.8K

The latest CFTC GBP Non-Commercial Net Positions were reported at -64.8K. Initial market reactions in GBP pairs were varied, with GBPJPY showing a notable move.
07:02 story GBP

UK Annual House Price Growth Decelerates in July, Monthly Prices Edge Up

Nationwide data revealed that UK annual house price growth slowed in July, though monthly prices registered a marginal increase, reflecting a nuanced market amidst economic uncertainties.
06:30 Event recap GBP

Nationwide HPI y/y comes in at 1.8% against 1.8% consensus

The UK's Nationwide HPI year over year for July 2026 matched expectations at 1.8%. GBP pairs showed varied reactions, with some moves smaller than typical.
06:30 Event recap GBP

Nationwide HPI m/m comes in at 0.1% against 0.2% consensus

The UK's Nationwide HPI m/m registered 0.1%, falling short of the 0.2% consensus. The British Pound showed mixed reactions across pairs in the hour following the...
Thursday, Jul 30
13:32 story GBP

BoE Governor Bailey Dismisses Immediate Rate Hike Speculation Post-Decision

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey clarified the central bank's policy stance, firmly pushing back against market expectations of an imminent rate hike.
12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Thursday, July 30, 2026

New York opens with positive equity moves and a weaker USD. US Initial Jobless Claims beat expectations, while Mexico's GDP surprised significantly higher. BoE Governor Bailey's...
12:02 story GBP

Bank of England Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% Amidst Split Vote

The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee maintained its key interest rate at **3.75%** in **July**, a decision widely anticipated by markets, though marked by a...
11:30 Event recap GBP

BoE MPC Vote Unchanged Comes in at 6, Down From Previous 7

The Bank of England's MPC vote for an unchanged policy registered 6 votes, down from 7 previously. The British Pound saw limited initial movement against major...
11:30 Event recap GBP

BoE MPC Vote Hike Sees 3 Votes for Hike

The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee voted for a hike with **3** members, up from **2** previously. Initial market reaction shows limited movement across GBP...
11:30 Event recap GBP

BoE Interest Rate Decision comes in at 3.75% against 3.75% consensus

The Bank of England maintained its interest rate at 3.75%, aligning with market expectations. Initial market reactions show limited movement across major GBP pairs.