The economic calendar for December 23-27 presents crucial events for investors. Brazil’s domestic agenda kicks off with Foreign Direct Investment figures, Federal Tax Revenue, and the Focus Report on Monday.
The Focus Report, compiled by the Central Bankoffers key market economic forecasts. Internationally, the UK’s GDP and Japan’s monetary policy meeting minutes demand attention.
Christmas Eve sees market closures in Brazil, Germany, and Argentina. Hong Kong, UK, and US stock exchanges will operate shortened sessions. Japan releases its National Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data.
Christmas Day halts trading in Brazil, US, UK, GermanyHong Kong, Argentina, and Mexico. Boxing Day extends closures in the UK and Germany. Investors can still track US initial jobless claims and Brazil’s foreign exchange flow on Thursday.
Economic Calendar: Key Market Events for the Week of December 23-27, 2024. (Photo Internet reproduction)
Friday brings the General Price Index – Market (IGP-M), known as Brazil’s rent inflation indicator. This index measures price variations from the 21st of the previous month to the 20th of the current month. It serves as a benchmark for public tariffs, rental agreements, and service contracts.
Another domestic highlight is the Extended National Consumer Price Index-15 (IPCA-15), a preview of Brazil’s official inflation measure. The Employment Evolution Index from the General Register of Employed and Unemployed (CAGED) rounds out the week’s data releases.
These economic indicators provide valuable insights into Brazil’s economic health. They help investors gauge inflation trends, employment dynamics, and overall economic performance. The data informs investment decisions and shapes market expectations for the coming year.
Investors should closely monitor these releases. They offer a comprehensive view of Brazil’s economic landscape. The interplay between inflation, employment, and investment flows will likely influence market sentiment and policy decisions in the near term.
Economic Calendar for the Week of December 23-27, 2024
Monday, December 23
Brazil
08:25 – Focus Bulletin
08:30 – Foreign Direct Investment
11:30 – Federal Tax Revenue
United Kingdom
Japan
20:50 – Monetary Policy Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, December 24
Brazil, Germany, and Argentina
Christmas Holiday (full day)
Hong Kong, United Kingdom, and United States
Stock exchanges close at 12:00, 12:30, and 13:00, respectively
Japan
Wednesday, December 25
Brazil, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Hong Kong, Argentina, and Mexico
Christmas Holiday (full day)
Thursday, December 26
United Kingdom and Germany
Boxing Day Holiday (full day)
United States
10:30 – Initial Jobless Claims
Brazil
14:30 – Foreign Exchange Flow
Friday, December 27
Brazil
08:00 – IGP-M (General Market Price Index)
08:00 – Unemployment Rate in Brazil
09:00 – IPCA-15 (Extended National Consumer Price Index-15)
14:30 – CAGED Employment Evolution Index
Economic Calendar: Key Market Events for the Week of December 23-27, 2024
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