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Thursday 5 November 2026
EUR German Factory Orders (m/m)German Factory Orders m/m Forecast 4.6%Previous -10.6%
Forecast4.6%Previous-10.6%
- What it is
- This figure, published by Germany's Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), shows the monthly change in the value of new orders placed with German factories.
- Why it matters
- Orders are a forward-looking sign of future production and the health of German industry, the largest economy in the eurozone. Its importance is usually moderate.
- Usual market reaction
- Markets compare the actual figure with the forecast. A higher-than-forecast result usually points to a stronger economy and tends to support the euro, while a lower one often weighs on it. The data can swing a lot because of large one-off orders, so reactions are sometimes muted, and the DAX index may also move with the economic outlook.
EUR French Industrial Production (m/m)French Industrial Production m/m Forecast 0.3%Previous -0.3%
Forecast0.3%Previous-0.3%
- What it is
- This figure, published by France's national statistics office (INSEE), shows the monthly change in the volume of output from factories, mines and utilities.
- Why it matters
- It helps show the health of French manufacturing and the growth outlook, but it usually moves markets less than German data or eurozone-wide figures.
- Usual market reaction
- Markets compare the actual figure with the forecast. A higher-than-forecast result often points to a stronger economy and may give the euro slight support, while a lower one can weigh on it a little. Price moves are usually modest unless the result is far from expectations.
CHF Swiss Unemployment RateUnemployment Rate Forecast 3.1%Previous 3.1%
Forecast3.1%Previous3.1%
- What it is
- This shows the share of the Swiss labour force that is out of work. It is published monthly by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO).
- Why it matters
- Traders use it to gauge the health of the Swiss labour market and economy, which can influence the Swiss National Bank's (SNB) view on interest rates. It is usually of medium importance.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. A higher-than-forecast unemployment rate is often read as a weaker economy and tends to weigh on the Swiss franc (CHF), while a lower-than-forecast figure usually supports it. The reaction is often modest compared with inflation data or central bank meetings.
EUR Italian Retail Sales m/m Forecast 0.0%Previous 0.3%
Forecast0.0%Previous0.3%
- What it is
- This measures the monthly change in the value of retail goods sold in Italy. It is published by Italy's national statistics office, ISTAT.
- Why it matters
- Consumer spending is a major part of any economy, and Italy is one of the eurozone's larger economies. However, this release usually has fairly low importance for the euro.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. Retail sales above the forecast are often seen as a sign of firm consumer demand and may give the euro (EUR) slight support, while a weaker result tends to weigh on it slightly. The market impact is usually limited unless the figure is far from expectations.
EUR Spanish 10-Year Bond AuctionSpanish 10-y Bond Auction Previous 4.18|1.6
Previous4.18|1.6
- What it is
- Spain's Treasury auctions 10-year government bonds to investors to raise money for the government. The results show the average yield and the bid-to-cover ratio, which compares demand with the amount offered.
- Why it matters
- The result shows how confident investors are in Spain's public finances. It is usually considered a low-to-medium importance event.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually compare the result with the previous auction, or with the forecast if there is one. Strong demand and a lower-than-expected yield tend to be read as confidence and may slightly support the euro. Weak demand or a higher-than-expected yield can signal worry and may weigh a little on the euro, though the overall effect on the currency is often limited.
EUR French 10-Year Bond AuctionFrench 10-y Bond Auction Previous 4.93|2.0
Previous4.93|2.0
- What it is
- France's debt agency, Agence France Trésor, auctions 10-year government bonds to investors. The results show the average yield and the bid-to-cover ratio, which compares demand with the amount offered.
- Why it matters
- France is one of the eurozone's largest economies, so the result reflects investor confidence in France and in European bond markets. It is usually considered a low-to-medium importance event.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually compare the result with the previous auction, or with the forecast if there is one. Strong demand and a lower-than-expected yield tend to be read as confidence and may slightly support the euro. Weak demand or a higher-than-expected yield can signal fiscal worries and may weigh a little on the euro, though the effect on the currency is usually not large.
EUR Eurozone PPI m/mPPI m/m Forecast 2.5%Previous 1.9%
Forecast2.5%Previous1.9%
- What it is
- This measures the monthly change in the prices producers receive for their goods at the factory gate. It is published by Eurostat, the European Union's statistics office.
- Why it matters
- Producer prices often act as an early signal for consumer inflation, so they feed into views on the European Central Bank's (ECB) interest rate path. They are usually less important than CPI.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. A PPI reading higher than forecast is often read as rising inflation pressure, which may suggest the ECB keeps rates higher for longer and tends to support the euro (EUR). A lower-than-forecast result usually weighs on the euro, though the reaction is often modest.
EUR Spanish 10-Year Bond AuctionSpanish 10-y Bond Auction Previous 4.18|1.6
Previous4.18|1.6
- What it is
- Spain's Treasury auctions 10-year government bonds to investors to raise money for the government. The results show the average yield and the bid-to-cover ratio, which compares demand with the amount offered.
- Why it matters
- The result shows how confident investors are in Spain's public finances. It is usually considered a low-to-medium importance event.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually compare the result with the previous auction, or with the forecast if there is one. Strong demand and a lower-than-expected yield tend to be read as confidence and may slightly support the euro. Weak demand or a higher-than-expected yield can signal worry and may weigh a little on the euro, though the overall effect on the currency is often limited.
EUR French 10-Year Bond AuctionFrench 10-y Bond Auction Previous 4.93|2.0
Previous4.93|2.0
- What it is
- France's debt agency, Agence France Trésor, auctions 10-year government bonds to investors. The results show the average yield and the bid-to-cover ratio, which compares demand with the amount offered.
- Why it matters
- France is one of the eurozone's largest economies, so the result reflects investor confidence in France and in European bond markets. It is usually considered a low-to-medium importance event.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually compare the result with the previous auction, or with the forecast if there is one. Strong demand and a lower-than-expected yield tend to be read as confidence and may slightly support the euro. Weak demand or a higher-than-expected yield can signal fiscal worries and may weigh a little on the euro, though the effect on the currency is usually not large.
CHF SNB Chairman Schlegel Speaks
- What it is
- This is a public speech or set of remarks by Martin Schlegel, Chairman of the Swiss National Bank (SNB), which is Switzerland's central bank.
- Why it matters
- A central bank chief's comments can offer clues about interest rates, monetary policy and the central bank's view of the Swiss franc. Traders follow it, and its importance usually depends on what is said.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually listen for hints about rate changes, views on inflation or possible action on the currency. If the tone is firmer than the market expects, the Swiss franc often strengthens, while a softer tone than expected tends to weigh on it. Gold sometimes draws attention when the franc moves sharply, as both are often seen as safe-haven assets.
CAD BOC Governor Macklem SpeaksBOC Gov Macklem Speaks
- What it is
- Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada (BOC), gives a speech or public remarks about the Canadian economy and monetary policy.
- Why it matters
- As the person with the most influence over Canada's interest-rate direction, the Governor's words are closely watched. Importance depends on the content but is usually moderate to high.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually listen for hints about whether rates may be raised, held or cut, and for views on inflation and growth. A hawkish tone tends to support the Canadian dollar (CAD), while a dovish tone often weighs on it. Markets compare the remarks with what was already expected, and prices can be volatile during the speech or Q&A.
Calendar data from Forex Factory. Explanations are written by AI for education, not investment advice.