As we step into a new week, the global economic calendar is packed with critical data releases that could sway markets and shape investment decisions. Below is a detailed overview of the key economic indicators scheduled for release, from Japan’s GDP figures to the U.S. consumer sentiment index, providing a comprehensive guide for investors, economists, and financial enthusiasts alike.

Sunday, March 10

The week kicks off late on Sunday with Japan taking the spotlight. At 23:50 UTC, we’ll see a trio of important releases concerning Japan’s economic health in the fourth quarter:

• Gross Domestic Product Deflator (Year-on-Year)
• Gross Domestic Product (Quarter-on-Quarter)
• Gross Domestic Product Annualized

Monday, March 11

The focus shifts to Australia at 23:30 UTC with the Westpac Consumer Confidence index for March, offering insights into the mood of Australian consumers, which could influence retail and economic trends.

Tuesday, March 12

A busy day begins at 07:00 UTC with several critical releases across Europe and the UK:

• The Eurozone presents its Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (MoM and YoY) for February, an essential indicator of inflation.
• The UK unveils a slew of data, including Employment Change and the ILO Unemployment Rate for January, Claimant Count Rate and Change for February, and Average Earnings with and without bonuses for January.
• Additionally, the Eurozone’s EcoFin Meeting is scheduled, potentially affecting fiscal and economic policies within the EU.

At 12:30 UTC, attention turns to the United States for the Consumer Price Index data, excluding and including food and energy on both a monthly and yearly basis for February, followed by the Monthly Budget Statement at 18:00 UTC.

Wednesday, March 13

The UK is back in focus at 07:00 UTC with Manufacturing and Industrial Production data for January, alongside the monthly GDP figure. The Eurozone follows with Industrial Production at 10:00 UTC and the 10-year Bond Auction at 10:30 UTC, which could signal investor confidence in the European market.

Thursday, March 14

The Eurozone continues to provide key indicators with its Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices for February at 08:00 UTC. The U.S. retail sector takes the stage at 12:30 UTC with Retail Sales data for February, alongside the Producer Price Index, offering insights into inflationary pressures. The day wraps up with New Zealand’s Business NZ PMI at 21:30 UTC, giving a snapshot of the manufacturing sector’s health.

Friday, March 15

The week concludes with more inflation data from Europe at 07:45 UTC, including the Consumer Price Index for February. The UK follows with Consumer Inflation Expectations at 09:30 UTC. The U.S. presents the NY Empire State Manufacturing Index at 12:30 UTC, Industrial Production at 13:15 UTC, and caps off with the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment and Inflation Expectations for March at 14:00 UTC.

This packed schedule of economic data releases provides a unique opportunity to gauge the health of global economies, understand market trends, and make informed decisions in the ever-evolving financial landscape.