Economic release data that is significantly different from the consensus can move markets. The market movement depends on the economic indicator and on the type of market (FX, equity, or fixed income) ...

The "lipstick index" refers to the idea that when times are tough financially, consumers turn to small, inexpensive luxuries like lipstick instead of pricier items. The term was first introduced by ...

Leading indicators provide early signals about where the economy is heading. Coincident indicators move in step with the economy, providing real-time insights into economic activity. Examining the ...