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CPI, PPI, PCE, FOMC, employment, GDP, retail sales, PMI and other releases that can influence crypto risk sentiment.

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05:3014 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

China CPI October 2026

Previous0.5% YoYForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Measures price pressure in the economy. Markets compare the actual number with the forecast because hotter inflation can keep interest rates higher for longer.

Possible crypto effect: Crypto can become volatile around this release. A higher-than-forecast inflation reading is often a headwind for risk assets; a lower reading can be supportive if it increases expectations for easier monetary policy.

Source: Finance Calendar
18:0013 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

US Existing Home Sales October 2026

Previous4.06 million SAARForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows activity in the housing market. Housing can influence growth, inflation expectations and the interest-rate outlook, especially when results differ sharply from forecasts.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3008 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

US Initial Jobless Claims: October 8, 2026

PreviousClaims broadly below 200,000…ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strong or weak the jobs market is. Very strong employment can keep rate expectations high, while weaker jobs can increase expectations for easier policy.

Possible crypto effect: A major jobs surprise can move rate expectations. Stronger-than-expected labor data can pressure crypto if yields rise; weaker data can support rate-cut expectations but may also increase recession concerns.

Source: Finance Calendar
22:0007 Oct
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

FOMC Minutes

PreviousNot availableForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows the central bank interest-rate decision. Rate changes and the policy message can quickly move the US dollar, bond yields, stocks and crypto.

Possible crypto effect: A more hawkish rate decision or message can pressure crypto through higher yields and a stronger dollar. A more dovish outcome can be supportive, but the market reaction can reverse quickly.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
22:0007 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal · USD

FOMC Minutes October 2026

PreviousHeld at 3.50%-3.75%ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows the central bank interest-rate decision. Rate changes and the policy message can quickly move the US dollar, bond yields, stocks and crypto.

Possible crypto effect: A more hawkish rate decision or message can pressure crypto through higher yields and a stronger dollar. A more dovish outcome can be supportive, but the market reaction can reverse quickly.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:1507 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

US ADP Employment Report October 2026

Previous-32,000 jobs, pay +4.5% YoYForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strong or weak the jobs market is. Very strong employment can keep rate expectations high, while weaker jobs can increase expectations for easier policy.

Possible crypto effect: A major jobs surprise can move rate expectations. Stronger-than-expected labor data can pressure crypto if yields rise; weaker data can support rate-cut expectations but may also increase recession concerns.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3006 Oct
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

International Trade in Goods and Services

Previous-92.8000ForecastNot publishedActual-105.6000
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A scheduled macroeconomic release that may affect the US dollar, interest-rate expectations, liquidity and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: This event may affect crypto indirectly through liquidity, the US dollar, bond yields or broader risk sentiment.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
16:3006 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

US International Trade Balance October 2026

PreviousNot availableForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Tracks trade or cross-border flows. Large surprises can affect growth expectations and the US dollar, which can indirectly influence crypto.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
18:0005 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

US ISM Services PMI October 2026

Previous54.1ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A survey-based snapshot of business activity. Readings above 50 usually indicate expansion and below 50 usually indicate contraction.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3001 Oct
MEDIUMGlobal

US Initial Jobless Claims: October 1, 2026

Previous206,000ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strong or weak the jobs market is. Very strong employment can keep rate expectations high, while weaker jobs can increase expectations for easier policy.

Possible crypto effect: A major jobs surprise can move rate expectations. Stronger-than-expected labor data can pressure crypto if yields rise; weaker data can support rate-cut expectations but may also increase recession concerns.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3030 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

GDP (Third Estimate), Industries, Corporate Profits, State GDP, and State Personal Income, 2nd Quarter 2026; State PCE, 2025

Previous2.5000ForecastNot publishedActual2.2000
Released · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Measures price pressure in the economy. Markets compare the actual number with the forecast because hotter inflation can keep interest rates higher for longer.

Possible crypto effect: Crypto can become volatile around this release. A higher-than-forecast inflation reading is often a headwind for risk assets; a lower reading can be supportive if it increases expectations for easier monetary policy.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
05:4530 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

China Caixin Manufacturing PMI September 2026 (30)

Previous50.9ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A survey-based snapshot of business activity. Readings above 50 usually indicate expansion and below 50 usually indicate contraction.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
05:3030 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

China Official PMI September 2026

PreviousManufacturing 49.2, Non-Manu…ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A survey-based snapshot of business activity. Readings above 50 usually indicate expansion and below 50 usually indicate contraction.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
18:0029 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US Consumer Confidence September 2026

Previous89.4ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows how confident consumers feel about the economy. Large surprises can affect growth expectations and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
18:0029 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

JOLTS Job Openings

Previous7335.0000ForecastNot publishedActual7079.0000
Released · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strong or weak the jobs market is. Very strong employment can keep rate expectations high, while weaker jobs can increase expectations for easier policy.

Possible crypto effect: A major jobs surprise can move rate expectations. Stronger-than-expected labor data can pressure crypto if yields rise; weaker data can support rate-cut expectations but may also increase recession concerns.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
16:0029 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

Germany CPI Flash September 2026

Previous+2.8% YoYForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Measures price pressure in the economy. Markets compare the actual number with the forecast because hotter inflation can keep interest rates higher for longer.

Possible crypto effect: Crypto can become volatile around this release. A higher-than-forecast inflation reading is often a headwind for risk assets; a lower reading can be supportive if it increases expectations for easier monetary policy.

Source: Finance Calendar
18:0025 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment September 2026

PreviousNot availableForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows how confident consumers feel about the economy. Large surprises can affect growth expectations and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3025 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

Durable Goods Orders (Advance)

Previous0.9000ForecastNot publishedActual0.0000
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows changes in business production, orders or inventories. Large surprises can shift expectations for economic growth, inflation and interest rates.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
18:0024 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US New Home Sales September 2026

Previous607,000 annualised unitsForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows activity in the housing market. Housing can influence growth, inflation expectations and the interest-rate outlook, especially when results differ sharply from forecasts.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
18:0024 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

New Home Sales

Previous643.0000ForecastNot publishedActual684.0000
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows activity in the housing market. Housing can influence growth, inflation expectations and the interest-rate outlook, especially when results differ sharply from forecasts.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
16:3024 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US Initial Jobless Claims: September 24, 2026

Previous196,000ForecastAround 235,000 to 240,000 ne…ActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strong or weak the jobs market is. Very strong employment can keep rate expectations high, while weaker jobs can increase expectations for easier policy.

Possible crypto effect: A major jobs surprise can move rate expectations. Stronger-than-expected labor data can pressure crypto if yields rise; weaker data can support rate-cut expectations but may also increase recession concerns.

Source: Finance Calendar
12:3024 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

Germany Ifo Business Climate September 2026

Previous88.8ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A scheduled macroeconomic release that may affect the US dollar, interest-rate expectations, liquidity and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: This event may affect crypto indirectly through liquidity, the US dollar, bond yields or broader risk sentiment.

Source: Finance Calendar
12:0024 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

Norges Bank Rate Decision September 2026

PreviousHeld at 4.25%ForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A scheduled macroeconomic release that may affect the US dollar, interest-rate expectations, liquidity and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: This event may affect crypto indirectly through liquidity, the US dollar, bond yields or broader risk sentiment.

Source: Finance Calendar
11:3024 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

Riksbank Rate Decision September 2026

PreviousHeld at 1.75%ForecastEconomists widely expect the…ActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A scheduled macroeconomic release that may affect the US dollar, interest-rate expectations, liquidity and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: This event may affect crypto indirectly through liquidity, the US dollar, bond yields or broader risk sentiment.

Source: Finance Calendar
11:3024 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

SNB Rate Decision September 2026

PreviousHeld at 0%ForecastWidely expected to remain on…ActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A scheduled macroeconomic release that may affect the US dollar, interest-rate expectations, liquidity and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: This event may affect crypto indirectly through liquidity, the US dollar, bond yields or broader risk sentiment.

Source: Finance Calendar
05:0021 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

PBoC Loan Prime Rate September 2026

PreviousHeld at 3.00%ForecastNot publishedActualHeld at 3.00%
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: A scheduled macroeconomic release that may affect the US dollar, interest-rate expectations, liquidity and risk appetite.

Possible crypto effect: This event may affect crypto indirectly through liquidity, the US dollar, bond yields or broader risk sentiment.

Source: Finance Calendar
17:1518 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

Industrial Production (G.17)

Previous0.2000ForecastNot publishedActual0.0000
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows changes in business production, orders or inventories. Large surprises can shift expectations for economic growth, inflation and interest rates.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
17:1518 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US Industrial Production September 2026

PreviousIndustrial production rose 0…ForecastNot publishedActual+0.1% MoM industrial product…
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows changes in business production, orders or inventories. Large surprises can shift expectations for economic growth, inflation and interest rates.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
10:0018 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

UK Retail Sales September 2026

Previous-0.5% month-on-monthForecastNot publishedActual+0.5% MoM, +2.4% YoY
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strongly consumers are spending. Strong spending can support growth but may also keep inflation and rate expectations elevated.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
03:3018 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal · JPY

Japan CPI September 2026

PreviousHeadline CPI 1.9% year-on-yearForecastNot publishedActualHeadline CPI +1.9% YoY
Released · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Measures price pressure in the economy. Markets compare the actual number with the forecast because hotter inflation can keep interest rates higher for longer.

Possible crypto effect: Crypto can become volatile around this release. A higher-than-forecast inflation reading is often a headwind for risk assets; a lower reading can be supportive if it increases expectations for easier monetary policy.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3017 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

Housing Starts and Building Permits

Previous1309.0000ForecastNot publishedActual1275.0000
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows activity in the housing market. Housing can influence growth, inflation expectations and the interest-rate outlook, especially when results differ sharply from forecasts.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
16:3017 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US New Residential Construction (Housing Starts) September 2026

Previous1.24 million annualised unitsForecastNot publishedActual1.275 million SAAR, -2.6% MoM
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows activity in the housing market. Housing can influence growth, inflation expectations and the interest-rate outlook, especially when results differ sharply from forecasts.

Possible crypto effect: The crypto effect is usually indirect through the dollar, bond yields and risk appetite. A large surprise in either direction can increase volatility.

Source: Finance Calendar
16:3017 Sep
MEDIUMGlobal

US Initial Jobless Claims: September 17, 2026

Previous206,000ForecastAround 205,000 to 210,000 ne…Actual196,000 initial claims
Released · Mixed crypto context

In simple words: Shows how strong or weak the jobs market is. Very strong employment can keep rate expectations high, while weaker jobs can increase expectations for easier policy.

Possible crypto effect: The labour market reading is stronger than forecast. That can support economic confidence but may also keep yields and rate expectations higher, which can pressure crypto.

Source: Finance Calendar
22:0016 Sep
MEDIUMUnited States · USD

FOMC Summary of Economic Projections

PreviousNot availableForecastNot publishedActualAwaiting result
Awaiting actual · Volatile crypto context

In simple words: Shows the central bank interest-rate decision. Rate changes and the policy message can quickly move the US dollar, bond yields, stocks and crypto.

Possible crypto effect: A more hawkish rate decision or message can pressure crypto through higher yields and a stronger dollar. A more dovish outcome can be supportive, but the market reaction can reverse quickly.

Source: Official US Macro Schedule
Market data notice: Forecasts are estimates and actual readings can be revised. Crypto context is educational market interpretation, not a prediction or trading instruction. Read disclaimer.
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