UK Retail Sales Beat Expectations: What It Means for GBP Traders.
đź“Š Key Economic Indicator Snapshot Economic Indicator Actual Forecast Previous Retail Sales m/m 1.2% 0.3% 0.1% 🧾 Overview: Strong Retail Sales Signal Consumer Confidence in the UK The UK’s monthly retail sales report for the latest period came in at a robust 1.2%, outperforming the forecast of 0.3% and improving sharply from the previous figure […]
How to Hold Trades With Confidence Using BullBearMetrics
Swing and position traders often find themselves in a tough spot:You enter a great trade based on strong fundamentals — only to second-guess everything a few days later.“What if new data shifts the narrative?”“Is my trade still valid even though the new month has started?” Let’s be clear: markets don’t reset every month. Strength and […]
USD Flash PMI Data: Market Implications and Forex Outlook
Key Economic Indicators The latest Flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data for the U.S. economy provides critical insights into economic momentum. Below are the key figures: Indicator Actual Forecast Previous Flash Manufacturing PMI 52.3 49.9 50.2 Flash Services PMI 52.3 51.0 50.8 Data Breakdown Market Implications 1. Stronger USD Outlook The better-than-expected PMI readings suggest […]
Why Currencies Get Stronger (or Weaker) Even Without New Data – The Key to Better Pairing Decisions
If you’ve ever wondered why a strong currency suddenly starts to underperform — or why a weaker one starts gaining ground despite no major data releases — you’re not alone. Many traders assume that once a currency shows strength, it will keep climbing — until it doesn’t. Let’s break down why that happens, and more […]
U.S. Unemployment Claims – Modest Improvement Hints at Labor Market Stability
Indicator Table Country Indicator Actual Forecast Previous USA Unemployment Claims 227K 230K 229K Summary & Economic Insights The latest data on U.S. Unemployment Claims for the week ending in May shows 227,000 new claims, slightly below the forecast of 230,000 and an improvement from the previous 229,000. Although not a significant shift, the trend suggests […]
UK Flash PMI Report – May 2025
A Mixed Bag: Manufacturing Weakens Further, While Services Hold the Line Indicator Table Sector Indicator Actual Forecast Previous Manufacturing Flash Manufacturing PMI 45.1 46.2 45.4 Services Flash Services PMI 50.2 50.0 49.0 Summary & Economic Insights The UK’s latest flash PMI readings for May 2025 reflect a diverging performance between the manufacturing and services sectors. […]
Eurozone PMI Data: Sluggish Recovery Signals Limited EUR Upside
Key PMI Data – May Release Country Indicator Actual Forecast Previous France Manufacturing PMI (Flash) 49.5 48.9 48.7 France Services PMI (Flash) 47.4 47.7 47.3 Germany Manufacturing PMI (Flash) 48.8 48.8 48.4 Germany Services PMI (Flash) 47.2 49.6 49.0 Summary and Economic Interpretation The latest PMI data from France and Germany suggests that the eurozone’s […]
UK CPI y/y – Inflation Update & Market Insight
Date Released: 21/05/2025Currency Affected: GBP đź“Š Key Economic Indicator Table Indicator Actual Forecast Previous CPI y/y 3.5% 3.3% 2.6% đź“Ś Overview The UK’s annual Consumer Price Index (CPI y/y) surged to 3.5%, beating both the market forecast of 3.3% and the previous reading of 2.6%. This marks a notable acceleration in inflation and suggests persistent […]
AUD Cash Rate Decision: What It Means for Forex Traders
Key Interest Rate Announcement – Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has released its latest monetary policy decision, keeping the Cash Rate unchanged at 3.85%, aligning with market expectations but down from the previous rate of 4.10%. This announcement reflects the central bank’s current stance on inflation, economic growth, and […]
RBA Lowers Cash Rate to 3.85% – Dovish Shift Signals Further Softness in AUD
Monetary Policy Summary At its recent meeting, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) announced a 25 basis point reduction in the cash rate, lowering it from 4.10% to 3.85%. The move aligns with market expectations but confirms a notable shift in the central bank’s monetary policy stance toward supporting growth amid moderating inflation. Key Economic […]