The Eco Data Calendar for July 16, 2024, provides a snapshot of various economic indicators from around the world. Here are some key events and their corresponding data:
1. Japan’s Tertiary Industry Index for May showed a 0.20% increase compared to the previous month’s 1.90%.
2. The Eurozone Trade Balance in May stood at 20.3 billion euros, surpassing the forecast of 19.4 billion euros.
3. Germany’s ZEW Economic Sentiment for July came in at 44.3, slightly lower than the expected 47.5.
4. The Current Situation Index for Germany in July remained steady at -73, in line with the previous month.
5. Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment for July was recorded at 50.2, slightly below the forecast of 51.3.
6. Canada saw a decrease in Housing Starts year-over-year in June, with 259,000 new starts compared to the previous 265,000.
7. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Canada for June showed a month-over-month increase of 0.10%.
8. The annual CPI in Canada for June was reported at 2.90%.
9. Other CPI measures in Canada, such as CPI Median, CPI Trimmed, and CPI Common, all showed slight variations from the previous month.
10. In the United States, Retail Sales month-over-month for June experienced a decrease of 0.20%.
11. Retail Sales excluding autos in the US for June saw a 0.10% increase.
12. The Import Price Index in the US for June showed a 0.20% increase compared to the previous month’s -0.40%.
13. Business Inventories in the US for May remained flat at 0.30%.
14. The NAHB Housing Market Index in the US for July increased to 44 from the previous month’s 43.
These economic indicators provide valuable insights into the performance of various sectors in different countries. The data can help policymakers, investors, and analysts make informed decisions based on the current economic conditions. It is essential to monitor these indicators regularly to understand the overall health of the global economy.