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Wednesday, Aug 26
07:30 Daily brief AUD

London Open Briefing: Wednesday, August 26, 2026

London Open Briefing: AUD strength, NZD weakness, and significant US GDP and PCE inflation data ahead. Key releases from Australia, Sweden, and Japan are noted.
06:01 Event preview USD

EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change preview: Consensus forecasts an increase to 5.39M

The upcoming EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change report, a high impact event, is set for release on August 26, 2026. Market consensus anticipates an increase in...
06:01 Event preview USD

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

The upcoming US Core PCE Price Index year over year is expected to hold steady at 3.3%. This high impact inflation gauge has historically generated significant...
06:00 Event preview USD

Core PCE Price Index m/m preview: Inflation gauge set for August release

The US Core PCE Price Index m/m is set for release, with market consensus at 0.2%. This high-impact inflation data often triggers significant market moves.
06:00 Event preview USD

US GDP Sales q/q preview: Consensus holds at 2.2% amid high impact rating

Traders await the upcoming US GDP Sales q/q release. Consensus forecasts a **2.2%** growth rate, matching the previous period, with a high impact rating expected for...
06:00 Event preview USD

US GDP q/q preview: Market consensus holds at 1.5%

The upcoming US GDP q/q release is set for August 26. Market consensus forecasts a **1.5%** growth rate, matching the prior quarter's figure for this high...
Tuesday, Aug 25
16:32 story USD

Billionaire Investor Druckenmiller Criticizes US Treasury’s Bond Market Intervention

Stanley Druckenmiller, a prominent billionaire investor, has publicly criticized US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's strategy of expanding bond purchases to influence market yields.
16:03 story USD

US Consumer Confidence Falls to Seven-Month Low in August, Misses Expectations

US consumer confidence declined in August, reaching its lowest level in seven months and falling short of economists' forecasts.
12:30 Daily brief AUD

New York Open Briefing: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

New York opens with equities higher, a slight risk-on tone, and key US housing data just released. Traders await the **CB Consumer Confidence Index** later today.
07:30 Daily brief EUR

London Open Briefing: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

London Open Briefing: Asian markets closed with a positive tone. Germany Ifo data is due, followed by US housing and consumer confidence figures.
06:00 Event preview USD

CB Consumer Confidence preview: Consensus points to slight increase

Traders await the upcoming US CB Consumer Confidence Index release. Consensus forecasts a rise to 91.8 from 90.8, a high-impact event for USD pairs.
Monday, Aug 24
20:01 story CAD

US President Trump Announces **50%** Tariffs on Canadian Auto and Steel Imports

US President Donald Trump declared new **50%** tariffs on Canadian auto, truck, and steel imports, effective **January 1, 2027**, following a breakdown in trade talks.
13:17 story IRR

US Treasury Secretary Bessent to Detail Expanded Iran Sanctions Targeting Trade Partners

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to announce new sanctions against Iran and its economic partners on Monday, aiming to intensify economic pressure.
12:30 Daily brief USD

New York Open Briefing: Monday, August 24, 2026

New York opens with USD strength, CAD weakness, and a slight risk-off tone. Traders await Treasury Sec Bessent's speech.
07:30 Daily brief BRL

London Open Briefing: Monday, August 24, 2026

London opens with gold higher and tech lower, reflecting a slight risk-off tone. Key data includes Mexico's GDP and a speech from Treasury Secretary Bessent.
05:16 story USD

Jackson Hole Speech Puts Fed Chair Warsh in Spotlight on Inflation and Independence

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is set to deliver his first Jackson Hole speech, with markets anticipating insights on inflation and central bank independence amidst heightened...
Sunday, Aug 23
18:00 Daily brief AUD

The Week Ahead in Forex: August 23 to August 28, 2026

The week ahead features key inflation and growth data from the US and Australia. Gold has seen a significant rally, while indices have pulled back.
17:31 story CAD

US-Canada Trade Negotiations Collapse, Triggering New Tariffs

Trade talks between the United States and Canada concluded without agreement on Friday, leading to the imposition of new tariffs by both nations.
Friday, Aug 21
21:46 story USD

Trump Announces Tariff Relief for Ground Beef Imports to Lower Consumer Prices

Former President Donald Trump announced a temporary waiver of tariffs on ground beef imports, aiming to reduce consumer prices amidst a shrinking U.S. cattle herd.
21:00 COT weekly AUD

CFTC COT Report, Week to August 18, 2026: Japanese Yen Net Speculative Position Falls 15k

Speculators significantly increased their net short positions in the Japanese Yen last week, while the US Dollar Index saw leveraged funds reach a 52-week high in...