BELLWETHER
A sign that displays the possible presence of a trend is called Bellwether. The efficiency and achievements of particular companies/bonds and stocks are calculated by analysts to show the status of the economy and monetary markets because their performance is synchronized with a trend. In particular, bellwether companies are the market leaders in their respective area.
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| Time | Country | Indices | Period |
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| 09:00 | CPI | Apr | |
| 11:00 | 10-y Bond Auction | Apr | |
| 11:00 | Consumer Confidence | ||
| 14:00 | CPI | Apr | |
| 14:00 | Harmonized CPI | Apr | |
| 01:01 | BRC Shop Price Index | Apr | |
| 01:30 | Unemployment Rate | Mar | |
| 01:50 | Retail Sales | Mar | |
| 01:50 | Industrial Production | Apr |
