Economic calendar
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Wednesday 4 November 2026Today
CNY RatingDog Services PMI (China)RatingDog Services PMI Forecast 51.7Previous 51.6
- What it is
- This is a survey-based index of activity in China's private services sector, compiled by S&P Global (previously known as the Caixin PMI).
- Why it matters
- A reading above 50 indicates the services sector is expanding, and below 50 indicates contraction. Traders use it to gauge China's economy, which affects global sentiment. It is usually a medium-impact release.
- Usual market reaction
- Markets compare the actual figure with the forecast. A PMI higher than forecast usually supports the yuan (CNY) and China-sensitive assets such as the Australian dollar, while a lower reading tends to weigh on them. The effect on gold and Asian stock indices often follows overall risk sentiment.
CAD Canada Trade BalanceTrade Balance Forecast 4.8BPrevious 4.2B
- What it is
- The difference between the value of Canada's exports and imports of goods and services, published by Statistics Canada.
- Why it matters
- Canada relies heavily on exports, especially oil and commodities sold to the US, so this figure reflects demand for Canadian goods. Its importance is usually moderate.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. A better-than-forecast balance (a larger surplus or smaller deficit) usually supports the Canadian dollar (CAD), while a worse one tends to weigh on it. Changes in oil prices can also influence exports and how CAD reacts.
Calendar data from Forex Factory. Explanations are written by AI for education, not investment advice.