Publication date: August 15, 2025
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The week ahead: EU Inflation Rate and Purchasing Managers US
In Money Care's weekend report, we present the overview of the (macroeconomic) events that could cause movement in stock markets.
Review of last week:
The inflation figures from the US were the most important figures of the past week. On an annual basis, the price increase for consumers in the US came out at 2.7%. This is 0.1% lower than expected which caused the stock market to react slightly positively. US producer prices did increase sharply on a monthly basis. With a price increase of +0.9%, it far exceeded expectations. The stock market reacted slightly negative for a while but quickly made up for lost ground.
The sharp rise in producer prices on a monthly basis is a small sign that inflation may well pick up in the coming months. After all, producers need to pass on as much of the price increase to consumers as possible. It is a monthly figure and therefore may be influenced by an incidental situation.
Consumer inflation numbers were reasonably in line with expectations and Producer inflation numbers deviated on a monthly basis. This is a mixed picture which ultimately left equity markets with little price change on balance.
Upcoming week:
In the coming week, we do not expect very important macroeconomic figures and events. The July inflation figure from the EU is of some interest. The Consumer Price Index will be released at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20. The market's expectation is an annualized inflation rate of 2.0%. This is similar to the June figure. A Consumer Price Index of 2% is the rate desired by the ECB.
On Thursday, Aug. 21 at 3:45 p.m., the purchasing managers' index for both the manufacturing and services sectors will be released. In particular, expectations from purchasing managers in the large U.S. service sector may cause additional volatility in equity markets.
The stock market calendar week 34
Herewith the most important macroeconomic data for the coming week. The data may cause additional movement in financial markets.
Monday, August 18, 2025:
No major macroeconomic data.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025:
Wednesday, August 20, 2025:
EU:
Thursday, August 21, 2025:
United States:
Friday, August 22, 2025:
United States:
Please note that dates and times of these events may change. For the most up-to-date information, please consult the official communication channels of the relevant organizations and governments.
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