Global Macroeconomic Schedule: CPI, PPI, and Fed Speeches This Week

14 July, 2025, 01:30 AM

This week presents a busy global macroeconomic schedule, with key data releases and numerous Federal Reserve (Fed) speeches set to shape market sentiment. Investors will be closely watching the US June Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) figures for insights into inflation trends. Key Data Releases: US June CPI (July 15, 21:30 KST): A crucial indicator of inflation, the CPI will influence expectations regarding future Fed policy. US June PPI (July 16, 21:30 KST): This provides insight into wholesale price pressures and potential future consumer inflation. US Initial Jobless Claims (July 17, 21:30 KST): This gives an update on the health of the labor market. Fed Beige Book (July 17, 03:00 KST): The Federal Reserve publishes this report, with anecdotal information on current economic conditions in each of the twelve Federal Reserve districts. FOMC Speaker Schedule: Numerous FOMC members are scheduled to speak throughout the week, potentially offering further clues regarding the Fed's outlook on inflation, interest rates, and the economy. Key speakers include FOMC Member Bowman, Fed Vice Chairman Michael Barr, and several Fed Presidents, including Barkin, Collins, Logan, Daly, Cook, and Governor Waller. Their comments will be closely scrutinized for any shifts in the Fed's stance. ```