Economic calendar
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Tuesday 3 November 2026
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AUD RBA Cash RateCash Rate Forecast 4.85%Previous 4.60%
Forecast4.85%Previous4.60%
- What it is
- The Cash Rate is Australia's official interest rate, announced by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) after its monetary policy meeting.
- Why it matters
- Interest rates are the main driver of the Australian dollar (AUD), so this is one of the most important AUD events and often causes sharp moves.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices usually react to the actual decision compared with the forecast. A bigger-than-expected hike or a more hawkish tone tends to support AUD, while a cut or a softer-than-expected stance tends to weigh on it. The tone of the accompanying statement often matters as much as the rate itself.
AUD RBA Monetary Policy Statement
- What it is
- A detailed report published quarterly by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), explaining its view of the economy, inflation and the reasoning behind its policy decisions.
- Why it matters
- It contains the RBA's economic and inflation forecasts, which help the market judge where interest rates may go next, so it usually gets fairly high attention.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders look at how the inflation and growth forecasts have changed from before and whether there are hints about rates. Higher-than-expected inflation forecasts or a firmer tone tend to support AUD, while weaker or softer-than-expected signals tend to weigh on it. The reaction is often smaller than for the rate decision itself, as some information is usually already priced in.
AUD RBA Rate Statement
- What it is
- A short written statement released by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) together with its interest rate decision, explaining the reasons behind it.
- Why it matters
- It gives clues on how the RBA sees inflation, jobs and the economy, which is very important for judging where interest rates may go next.
- Usual market reaction
- Markets usually compare the wording with the previous statement, for example more concern about inflation or a door opened to rate cuts. A tone firmer than expected tends to support AUD, while a softer one tends to weigh on it. Prices often move sharply in the first minutes after release.
AUD RBA Press Conference
- What it is
- A press conference where the Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) explains the policy decision and answers questions from reporters.
- Why it matters
- Traders watch it because the Governor may give extra hints about interest rates that were not in the written statement, so it can often add volatility.
- Usual market reaction
- Markets usually listen for how the Governor talks about inflation, the job market and the chances of future rate hikes or cuts. A tone firmer than expected tends to support AUD, while a softer one tends to weigh on it. Prices can sometimes reverse if the answers differ from the earlier written statement.
Wednesday 4 November 2026Today
NZD NZ Employment Change (q/q)Employment Change q/q Forecast 0.4%Previous 0.5%
Forecast0.4%Previous0.5%
- What it is
- The quarterly change in the number of employed people in New Zealand, published by Stats NZ.
- Why it matters
- The job market shows how healthy the economy is and affects inflation pressure, which the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) weighs when setting interest rates. It is usually an important release for the NZD.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. A higher-than-forecast result usually supports the New Zealand dollar, as it may suggest the RBNZ is in less of a hurry to cut rates. A lower-than-forecast result tends to weigh on the NZD.
NZD NZ Unemployment RateUnemployment Rate Forecast 5.5%Previous 5.6%
Forecast5.5%Previous5.6%
- What it is
- The share of people actively looking for work compared with New Zealand's total labour force, published quarterly by Stats NZ.
- Why it matters
- It is a key job-market gauge that the RBNZ considers when deciding on interest rates, so it is usually an important release for the NZD.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. Here a lower number means a stronger job market, so a lower-than-forecast rate usually supports the NZD, while a higher-than-forecast rate tends to weigh on it. This is because the market may then expect the RBNZ to ease policy more.
EUR Eurozone Core CPI Flash Estimate (y/y)Core CPI Flash Estimate y/y Forecast 2.5%Previous 2.5%
Forecast2.5%Previous2.5%
- What it is
- This is the first, early estimate of core inflation in the eurozone, which leaves out volatile food and energy prices. It is published by Eurostat and compares prices with the same period a year earlier.
- Why it matters
- The European Central Bank (ECB) pays close attention to core inflation when setting interest rates, so traders watch it closely. It is usually considered a high-importance release.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices tend to react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. A higher-than-forecast reading often suggests the ECB may keep rates high for longer, which usually supports the euro, while a lower-than-forecast reading often weighs on it. Moves in the euro can also show up in pairs such as EUR/USD.
EUR Eurozone CPI Flash Estimate y/yCPI Flash Estimate y/y Forecast 4.0%Previous 3.8%
Forecast4.0%Previous3.8%
- What it is
- This is the early estimate of the Eurozone Consumer Price Index (CPI) compared with a year earlier, released before the final figure. It is published by Eurostat, the European Union's statistics office.
- Why it matters
- Inflation is a main factor in the European Central Bank's (ECB) interest-rate decisions, and the flash estimate is the earliest reading, so it usually draws strong attention and is of high importance for the euro.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices tend to react to the actual figure compared with the forecast. Higher-than-forecast inflation may suggest the ECB keeps rates high for longer, which often supports the euro (EUR), while a lower reading usually weighs on it by raising the chance of easier policy. Moves may show up in EUR pairs and sometimes in European stock indices.
Thursday 5 November 2026
GBP BOE Official Bank RateOfficial Bank Rate Forecast 4.00%Previous 3.75%
Forecast4.00%Previous3.75%
- What it is
- The main interest rate of the United Kingdom, set by the Bank of England's (BOE) Monetary Policy Committee.
- Why it matters
- It is one of the biggest drivers of the pound, because interest rates affect borrowing costs, inflation and capital flows.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices usually react to the actual rate compared with the forecast. A rate higher than expected, or a hawkish signal from the BOE, tends to support the pound, while a lower one often weighs on it. Gold is usually affected only indirectly, through moves in the US dollar. If the result matches expectations, the accompanying statement often matters more.
GBP BOE Monetary Policy SummaryMonetary Policy Summary
- What it is
- A document the Bank of England (BOE) publishes alongside its interest rate announcement, explaining the reasons for its decision and its view on inflation and the economy.
- Why it matters
- Traders read it to judge whether the BOE is leaning toward raising or cutting rates. It is usually considered highly important because it comes out with the rate decision.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices usually react to the wording compared with what the market expected. If the tone is more hawkish than expected, such as worry about inflation, the pound often gains support; if it is softer or hints at rate cuts, the pound tends to weaken. Pairs like GBP/USD can swing sharply when it is released.
GBP BOE Monetary Policy Report
- What it is
- A quarterly report from the Bank of England (BOE), released alongside its rate decision, with forecasts for inflation and economic growth.
- Why it matters
- It shows how the BOE sees the economy and inflation, which is linked to the future path of interest rates. It is usually a major event for the GBP.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually listen for hints about interest rates. Higher inflation forecasts or a firm tone often support the GBP, while weaker growth forecasts or a softer tone tend to weigh on it. Markets often react to what differs from expectations and can be volatile around the press conference.
GBP MPC Official Bank Rate Votes Forecast 7-0-2Previous 3-0-6
Forecast7-0-2Previous3-0-6
- What it is
- A breakdown of how each member of the BOE's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted, for example to hold, raise or cut rates. It is released with the rate decision.
- Why it matters
- The vote split helps show where rates might go next. When members disagree strongly, the market usually pays closer attention.
- Usual market reaction
- Prices usually react to the votes compared with what the market expected. If more members vote to raise rates than forecast, the pound often gains support; if more vote to cut than expected, it tends to weaken. Traders often treat dissenting votes as a clue that policy may be changing direction.
GBP BOE Governor Bailey SpeaksBOE Gov Bailey Speaks
- What it is
- A speech or public comments by the Governor of the Bank of England (BOE), Andrew Bailey, on the economy, inflation and monetary policy.
- Why it matters
- The Governor is the most influential voice at the BOE, so his words are often used to read where interest rates may head. Its importance depends on the topic and timing.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually listen for hints about rate hikes or cuts and compare the tone with what the market expected. A more hawkish tone than expected tends to support the pound, while a softer tone or worry about slower growth often weighs on it. Prices can be volatile during the speech, especially in any question-and-answer session.
Friday 6 November 2026
EUR ECB President Lagarde Speaks
- What it is
- Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), gives a speech or answers questions at an event, usually discussing the eurozone economy and monetary policy.
- Why it matters
- The ECB sets eurozone interest rates, so the President's words are often watched closely, especially for fresh hints about the direction of rates.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually listen for her view on inflation and growth and for any hint about whether rates may be raised, held or cut. A hawkish tone often supports the euro, while a dovish tone tends to weigh on it. Prices usually react to how the message differs from what the market already expected, and if nothing new is said the move may be small.
JPY BOJ Governor Ueda SpeaksBOJ Gov Ueda Speaks
- What it is
- Kazuo Ueda, Governor of the Bank of Japan (BOJ), gives a speech or public remarks about the economy and monetary policy.
- Why it matters
- The governor guides Japan's interest rate policy, so traders watch his words closely. It is usually seen as a high-importance event.
- Usual market reaction
- Traders usually listen for hints about whether the BOJ may raise interest rates or keep policy loose. If the tone is more hawkish than the market expects, the yen (JPY) often strengthens; if it is more dovish than expected, the yen tends to weaken. Prices can move sharply while he is speaking.
Saturday 7 November 2026
NZD New Zealand Parliamentary ElectionsParliamentary Elections
- What it is
- A general election in which New Zealand voters choose members of Parliament, which determines which party or parties form the government.
- Why it matters
- The result can shape budget, tax and economic policy, so it affects investor confidence in the New Zealand dollar. It tends to matter more when the result is close.
- Usual market reaction
- Markets usually compare the outcome with expectations from polls and news. A clear result with policies the market views favourably may support the New Zealand dollar (NZD), while an unclear result or uncertainty often leads to volatility or weakness. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand sets rates independently, so the impact usually comes from sentiment rather than direct rate changes.
Calendar data from Forex Factory. Explanations are written by AI for education, not investment advice.