U.S. Producer Prices in Focus Ahead of September 10 Release
The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release its Producer Price Index (PPI) on September 10, 2025, covering August data. This isn’t just another economic figure buried in the calendar. For traders, investors, and policymakers, the PPI offers one of the earliest monthly snapshots of inflation, and its influence can ripple across currencies, bonds, stocks, and commodities.
Core PPI in Focus: Could August Data Spark a Dollar Rally?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release its latest Core Producer Price Index (PPI) on September 10, 2025, covering August data. For traders, this isn’t just another number — it’s a front-row look at inflationary pressures before they hit consumers. With markets still debating the Federal Reserve’s next move, every tick in this report could ripple across currencies, bonds, and equities.
U.S. Job Growth Stumbles in August With Just 73K New Positions
On September 5, 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its latest Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, covering the job market performance for August. The headline number came in at just 73,000 new jobs, a steep shortfall from the 106,000 analysts expected and less than half of July’s 147,000 gain.
U.S. Employment Costs Rise Slightly in July at 0.3 Percent
On August 1, 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Employment Cost Index (ECI) report, showing that labor costs rose 0.3% in July. This matched market forecasts of 0.3% and edged slightly above the previous month’s 0.2%.
U.S. Services PMI Surges: Can the Dollar Keep Its Edge in Forex?
The U.S. services sector just gave traders something to think about. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported that its Services PMI climbed to 52.0 in August, the highest since February.
Dollar Dips to Two-Week Low Amid Market Uncertainty Over Trump’s Tariff Plans
The dollar hit a two-week low as uncertainty over Trump’s tariff plans continues to impact global markets. Analysts warn of inflation risks and further declines.