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Friday, Aug 7
13:01 Event recap USD

Average Hourly Earnings y/y comes in at 3.2% against 3.5% consensus

US Average Hourly Earnings year over year printed at 3.2%, below the 3.5% consensus. The US Dollar weakened across major pairs following the release. 13:01 Event recap USD

US Average Hourly Earnings m/m comes in at 0.1% against 0.3% consensus

US Average Hourly Earnings m/m printed at 0.1%, significantly below the 0.3% consensus. The US Dollar weakened across major pairs following the release. 13:00 Event recap USD

Participation Rate (USD) comes in at 61.4% against 61.7% consensus

The US Participation Rate was reported at 61.4%, missing the 61.7% consensus. The US Dollar showed broad weakness following the release. 13:00 Event recap USD

Non-Farm Payrolls comes in at -23K against 41K consensus

US Non-Farm Payrolls reported a loss of 23,000 jobs, significantly missing the 41,000 consensus. The news led to a broad weakening of the US Dollar. 13:00 Event recap USD

US Unemployment Rate comes in at 4.1% against 4.2% consensus

The US Unemployment Rate for August 7, 2026, printed at 4.1%, surprising consensus expectations of 4.2%. The release prompted significant market moves across major USD pairs... 12:47 story USD

US Labor Market Unexpectedly Sheds Jobs in July Amid Broad Weakness

The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, significantly missing forecasts, while prior months' figures were revised sharply lower, indicating a cooling labor market. 12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Friday, August 7, 2026

New York opens with broad equity gains and a slightly risk-on tone. MXN CPI data significantly missed expectations, while traders await US and Canadian economic releases. 07:30 Daily brief CAD

London Open Briefing: Friday, August 7, 2026

London opens with gold gains and a positive risk tone. Traders await key US and Canadian employment data, including Non-Farm Payrolls. 06:00 Event preview USD

Non-Farm Payrolls preview: Consensus points to increased hiring

The upcoming Non-Farm Payrolls report is expected to show an increase in employment. Historically, this release has led to significant price movements across major currency pairs. 06:00 Event preview USD

US Average Hourly Earnings m/m preview: Consensus holds at 0.3%

Ahead of Friday's US Average Hourly Earnings m/m release, market consensus remains at 0.3%, matching the previous month's figure. This high-impact report provides key insights into... 06:00 Event preview USD

US Unemployment Rate preview: Consensus holds at 4.2%

The US Unemployment Rate is set for release, with market consensus matching the previous reading at 4.2%. This high-impact event often leads to significant forex volatility.
Thursday, Aug 6
22:01 story USD

St. Louis Fed President Musalem Advocates for Sustained Monetary Tightening Amid Elevated Inflation

St. Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem reiterated a hawkish stance, emphasizing the need for continued monetary policy restraint to combat persistent inflation and protect the... 21:30 Daily brief BRL

Sydney Open Briefing: Friday, August 7, 2026

Sydney opens to mixed equity moves and significant US data surprises. Traders watch upcoming Japan inflation and spending figures. 13:01 Event recap USD

Continuing Jobless Claims comes in at 1.801M against 1.772M consensus

US Continuing Jobless Claims rose to 1.801 million, exceeding the 1.772 million consensus. Initial market reactions were mostly subdued across major pairs. 13:00 Event recap USD

Unit Labor Costs comes in at 1.3% against 0.4% consensus

USD Unit Labor Costs for the quarter printed at 1.3%, significantly above the 0.4% consensus. Initial market reaction saw varied movements across USD pairs and gold. 13:00 Event recap USD

Nonfarm Productivity q/q comes in at 1.4% against 1.4% consensus

US Nonfarm Productivity q/q matched expectations at 1.4%. Initial market reaction was generally subdued across major USD pairs, with XAUUSD showing a more notable move. 13:00 Event recap USD

Initial Jobless Claims comes in at 197K against 196K consensus

US Initial Jobless Claims were reported at **197K**, slightly above the **196K** consensus. Market reaction has been limited across most major currency pairs so far. 12:47 story USD

US Weekly Jobless Claims Rise Less Than Expected, Continuing Claims Increase

New applications for US unemployment benefits edged up to **199,000** in the week ending **August 1**, falling short of economist forecasts. Continuing claims also saw an... 12:30 Daily brief EUR

New York Open Briefing: Thursday, August 6, 2026

A summary of market moves, recent data releases, and upcoming events for the New York trading session. 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...