Payroll Revisions Explained: How Delayed Data Shapes Fed Decisions
Every month, the U.S. releases payroll data—a key measure of how many jobs were added or lost. But here’s the catch: those numbers often get revised weeks or months later. These revisions may sound small, but they can shift how the Federal Reserve views the economy and decides on interest rates.
Canada GDP Tomorrow: How It Could Move the Canadian Dollar and Your Wallet
On August 29, 2025, Statistics Canada will release the monthly Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report. GDP measures the total inflation-adjusted value of goods and services produced in Canada, offering a broad snapshot of the country’s economic health.
Switzerland’s Economy Barely Grows: Here’s Why the Franc Still Matters
Imagine Switzerland’s economy as a marathon runner. In the first quarter of 2025, it sprinted ahead with strong energy, growing 0.7% thanks to booming pharmaceutical exports. But in the second quarter, the runner slowed down to almost a walk, with growth shrinking to just 0.1%.
Why Today’s U.S. Jobless Claims Data Could Shake the Dollar
The U.S. Department of Labor is releasing its weekly Jobless Claims report today, Thursday, August 28, 2025. This closely watched release measures how many Americans filed for unemployment benefits for the first time during the past week.
Why Switzerland’s GDP Release Is More Than Just a Number
Switzerland is releasing its latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures for the second quarter through the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). GDP is the single biggest measure of how an economy is doing—basically the report card of a country’s financial health.
What to Watch in the US GDP Report and Why It Matters for Forex Traders in the Philippines
Every few months, the United States releases a number called GDP. Don’t let the term scare you — it simply means Gross Domestic Product, or the total value of everything the country produces, from cars and gadgets to services in banks, hospitals, and shops.
Accidental Inclusion of Journalist in U.S. Military Planning Chat Raises Security Concerns
Senior U.S. officials mistakenly added a journalist to an encrypted chat discussing classified Yemen strike plans, raising serious security concerns.
Trump’s 100-Day Ukraine Peace Plan: A Diplomatic Shift with Global Consequences
Trump’s 100-day peace plan proposes a ceasefire in Ukraine but faces major challenges. Will it be a turning point or another diplomatic deadlock?