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What is the Leading Economic Index (LEI) and how can an investor use it?
The Leading Economic Indicators Index (LEI) is a powerful tool for forecasting economic cycles and assessing future market activity. In this article, you will learn what indicators the index consists of, how it is used by investors and economists, and also analyze a real ...
Key Economic Events and Corporate Reports for the Week of August 18–22, 2025
... likely pushing down bond yields. However, if sales unexpectedly increase, it will be perceived as a sign of robust consumer demand, though it will raise questions regarding housing affordability and the debt burden on households.
17:00 (US) - Leading Economic Indicators Index (July):
The composite Leading Economic Index (LEI), calculated by the Conference Board, combines various economic variables (jobless claims, new orders, consumer sentiment, etc.) and often signals an impending downturn or upturn. The ...
Economic Events and Corporate Reports — Thursday, August 21, 2025: Global PMIs, US Labor Market and Walmart Reports, Intuit
... economic risks. Although the key event of the symposium—the speech by Fed Chairman Jerome Powell—will occur only on Friday, markets will begin reacting to any statements from Jackson Hole participants on Thursday. If Fed representatives’ comments indicate growing concern about an economic slowdown or other factors, investors might expect a more dovish tone from Powell. Conversely, a continued hawkish rhetoric on fighting inflation will signal that interest rates are likely to remain high longer. The symposium in Jackson Hole traditionally ...
Key Economic Events and Corporate Earnings for the Week of 25–29 August 2025
... technological drivers makes Wednesday a day where end-of-day news could overturn the prevailing sentiments from the morning.
Thursday, August 28, 2025: EU Sanctions and Preliminary US GDP
Thursday promises to be the most eventful day of the week. Significant economic indicators will be released across multiple regions, while politically, discussions regarding new EU sanctions are set to take place. In the morning, investors will assess GDP data for Switzerland, in the afternoon, the focus will shift to the eurozone ...
Key Economic Events and Corporate Reporting for the Week of August 11-15, 2025 — Inflation, GDP, Corporate Reports
... future monetary policy.
09:00 (UK) – Unemployment Rate for June:
A labour market report for Britain. A consistently low unemployment rate supports the pound and strengthens arguments for a hawkish stance by the Bank of England, while rising figures may indicate economic cooling and relieve some inflationary pressure.
12:00 (Germany) – ZEW Economic Sentiment Index (August):
This survey reflects the sentiments of analysts and investors regarding the German economy. A decrease in the index will indicate rising ...