Macro
German Investor Morale Beats Expectations in August, ZEW Survey Shows
Economic sentiment in Germany improved more than anticipated in August, according to the latest ZEW economic research institute survey.
Bitcoin Pauses at $64,000 as Equities Slip on Yields and Oil
Bitcoin eased 0.6% alongside declining equity futures as markets awaited the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes and a White House crypto summit.
German Investor Sentiment Exceeds Forecasts in August
Economic sentiment among investors in Germany improved more than anticipated in August, according to survey data.
US Debt Expansion Prompts Investors to Demand Higher Yields
Rising United States debt levels are leading investors to demand higher returns for purchasing government debt.
Azerbaijan Raises 2026 Inflation Forecast to 5.7%
Azerbaijan's authorities have revised their consumer price growth projection upward for 2026, setting the new inflation forecast at 5.7%.
Global Stocks Slide and Yields Hold High Amid Mideast Tensions
Equities declined and bond yields remained elevated as escalating conflict concerns in the Middle East rattled financial markets.
Canadian Home Sales Rise for Fourth Consecutive Month in July
Canadian housing market activity expands further as home sales record their fourth straight month of gains in July.
Macau Aims for 60% Non-Gaming GDP Share by 2030
The special administrative region has outlined a target to derive 60% of its gross domestic product from non-gaming sectors by the end of the decade.
German ZEW Economic Sentiment Rises Unexpectedly Despite Lower Water Levels
Financial experts express increased optimism regarding Germany's economic outlook despite new burdens from low river water levels.
German Economic Sentiment Rises Despite Low Water Levels
Financial experts express increased optimism regarding the German economy, despite ongoing economic strains caused by persistent low water levels.
Swiss Unemployment Rate Eases Slightly in Quarterly Comparison
Switzerland's labor market has seen a slight easing recently, according to quarterly comparisons.
Markets Monitor Mideast Tensions as Canada Faces New U.S. Tariffs
Global markets track escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East alongside trade developments involving new U.S. tariffs on Canada.
Bitcoin holds $64,000 as surging yields and oil pressure risk assets
Bitcoin maintained its range near $64,000 even as rising oil prices and surging 30-year Treasury yields weighed on broader risk appetite.
Bond Markets Sell Off Globally on Inflation and Fiscal Concerns
Global bond markets experienced a broad sell-off spanning from the United States to Japan as persistent inflation and fiscal concerns weighed on investor sentiment.
China Grapples With Economic Legacy of Reformer Zhu Rongji
Beijing marks the passing and legacy of former premier Zhu Rongji, renowned for his sweeping market-oriented reforms during the 1990s.
German 10-Year Yield Hits Highest Since 2011 Amid Global Bond Sell-Off
Germany's 10-year sovereign bond yield surged to its highest level since 2011 as a broader international debt sell-off escalated.
US 30-Year Treasury Yields Hit Highest Level Since 2007 Amid War and Oil Concerns
Yields on 30-year US Treasury bonds climbed to their highest levels since 2007, driven by persistent geopolitical tensions and rising energy prices.
UK Wage Growth Steady at 3.5% Amid Labor Market Slowdown
British wage growth held steady at 3.5%, reflecting a broader cooling in the nation's labor market.
Bond Yields Retreat as Global Markets Adjust
Global bond yields drifted lower in early trading, drawing attention from fixed-income investors as markets reassessed the macroeconomic outlook.
US Government Intervenes in Markets via Equity Stakes and Pricing Incentives
Under President Donald Trump, the US government is utilizing corporate equity stakes, pricing incentives, and market access controls to secure its influence.
Climate Damage Poses Mounting Threat to European Public Finances
Escalating climate-related losses present a growing fiscal risk for European governments, potentially straining public finances.
Bond Investors Push Back as Iran Threatens Escalation
Global bond markets face renewed pressure as geopolitical tensions rise following Iranian threats of a fully offensive military posture.
International Economic Calendar for August 18, 2026
Overview of key international financial and economic data releases scheduled for August 18, 2026.
Swiss Economic Calendar: August 18 to August 25, 2026
An overview of key economic and financial events scheduled in Switzerland for the week of August 18 through August 25, 2026.