Here are some of the important economic data that will be the focus of the market throughout this week.
MONDAY (August 25, 2025)
US New Home Sales Data (10.00 PM) – The number of home sales in July in the US will be watched as an indicator of the current health of the economy. The latest figure is expected to increase again compared to the decline in the previous month's reading.
TUESDAY (August 26, 2025)
Japan Inflation Data (1.00 PM) – After a slight decline previously, Japan's inflation rate is expected to record a slight increase for July.
US Consumer Confidence Data (10.00 PM) – A survey of 3,000 households will provide a picture of the level of financial confidence of consumers in the US.
WEDNESDAY (27 August 2025)
Australian Inflation Data (9.30 AM) – Influencing the Australian central bank’s decision, July inflation is expected to rebound to 2.3% after a reading of 1.9% recorded the previous month.
THURSDAY (28 August 2025)
US GDP Data (8.30 PM) – The second reading of the US economic growth figure for the second quarter will be watched. The figure is expected to increase slightly to 3.1% after being published at 3.0% in the first reading last month.
FRIDAY (29 August 2025)
Canada GDP Data (8.30 PM) – Canada’s monthly growth for June is expected to return to positive after showing a contraction in the previous reading. A higher-than-expected figure could support the Loonie’s strengthening.
PCE Price Index Data (8.30 PM) – As the Federal Reserve’s favorite indicator in assessing inflation, this important component will be watched. The US dollar is also expected to react when the data is published for the last trading session of the week.
