... decision and monetary policy report. The BoE is likely to continue its fight against inflation—its decision and rhetoric will affect pound dynamics and sentiment in European markets. 15:30 (USA): Initial Jobless Claims (week ending August 2). Weekly labor market indicator; persistently low claims will confirm employment strength, while a rise may signal an initial cooling of the labor market. 16:15 (UK): Press conference by Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey. Bailey's comments regarding the economy ...

... in May (driven by large aircraft contracts), orders excluding transportation rose by 0.2% month-over-month, indicating solid business investments. Additionally, the number of initial unemployment claims fell to a three-month low, reflecting a healthy labor market. Investors are positively assessing progress in external trade and easing inflationary pressures. The conclusion of a trade deal with Japan and the anticipated US–EU agreement on tariffs alleviate some geopolitical uncertainty, supporting the ...

... 500 gained about 0.1%, while the Nasdaq rose by 0.2%, and on Friday, both indices remained close to these levels. The rally is supported by robust Q2 earnings reports and signs of economic resilience. Fresh data showed that consumer spending and the labor market remain strong: for example, durable goods orders dropped sharply by 9.3% in June after a surge in May, but excluding transportation, orders actually rose (+0.2% m/m), indicating stable business investment. Furthermore, initial jobless claims fell ...

... the tax environment in the U.S. remains complex and relatively expensive for businesses, which is partially offset by a large market and access to capital. The European Union and specific countries in Europe have improved conditions for startups through ... ... startups (preferential taxation for investments in R&D, loans for small tech businesses, etc.). Moreover, France has streamlined labor laws for young companies (the French Tech regime). The U.K. offers investors in startups attractive tax deductions through ...

... indicator so important for investors? How does it affect inflation, markets, and investment strategy? In this article, you will learn how PPI is deciphered, where it is used, and get acquainted with a real example of its impact on the economy and financial markets. The Producer Price Index (PPI) is a key economic indicator that measures the rate of change in prices for goods and services at the production stage. The index is calculated by national statistical agencies, such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics in the United States. PPI records how the prices that producers receive for their goods and services change before they reach the end consumer. This allows investors and economists to assess possible inflationary trends in the economy....