Automatic weekly summary of the news that moves the dollar and the markets.
Updated: 10/6/2026
Sunday, October 11
Measures the activity level of purchasing managers in the service sector, the largest component of the US GDP.
Reading for the dollar
The actual figure (58.8) slightly beat the forecast, suggesting robust expansion in the sector and strengthening economic confidence.
| Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|
| 58.8 | 58.7 | 56.5 |
Survey that evaluates employment, production, and new orders in the service sector, a key indicator of economic health.
Reading for the dollar
The reported figure (54.9) was lower than expected and the previous data, indicating slower-than-anticipated growth in the non-manufacturing sector.
| Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|
| 54.9 | 55.1 | 55.4 |
Measures the weekly change in the number of barrels of commercial crude oil held by US firms.
Reading for the dollar
No data available yet; an inventory buildup suggests lower demand, while a drawdown indicates higher economic activity.
| Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | 0.922 |
Detailed record of the Federal Reserve's most recent monetary policy meeting, revealing stances on interest rates.
Reading for the dollar
Pending publication; clues on the pace of future rate adjustments will be sought to determine the dollar's direction.
Public intervention by a Federal Reserve Governor that typically influences market expectations regarding monetary policy.
Reading for the dollar
Speech pending; hawkish comments usually strengthen the dollar, while a dovish tone tends to weaken it.
The number of individuals who filed for unemployment benefits for the first time during the past week.
Reading for the dollar
A slight increase is expected (200K vs 197K); figures below forecast suggest a tight labor market and favor the dollar.
| Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|
| — | 200K | 197K |
Survey on consumer confidence regarding economic activity and personal finances.
Reading for the dollar
The 47.6 forecast is lower than the previous data; a higher-than-expected result would reflect optimism and support the dollar.
| Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|
| — | 47.6 | 48.1 |
Measures the percentage that consumers expect the price of goods and services to change over the next 12 months.
Reading for the dollar
If expectations exceed the previous 4.6%, the market might anticipate high rates for longer, which is bullish for the dollar.
| Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | 4.6% |
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