Published September 11, 2026
Read the event and its clock first
Identify the country, event name, time, and time zone before interpreting any label. Check the issuing agency's own schedule when accuracy matters. For example, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI release schedule lists release dates and times; a third-party calendar may display those times in a different zone.
Separate previous, forecast, and actual
“Previous” refers to an earlier reported figure, “forecast” is an estimate before release, and “actual” is the published result. Depending on the series, earlier data can be revised. Do not compare numbers without checking their units, reference period, and whether a revision changed the baseline.
Do not turn an impact label into a signal
A high-impact badge signals that an event may deserve attention; it is not a prediction of direction or magnitude. A result above a forecast can be followed by different market reactions depending on prior expectations, other news, and trading conditions.
Use a neutral event note
Write: “This release is scheduled for this date and time; the figure measures this; the source is this agency.” After publication, add the actual figure and a link to the primary release. Keep the observation separate from any interpretation about a trade.
Check the source, then pause
If a calendar entry is unclear, open the original agency release rather than guessing from a headline. This page is for education and event awareness, not timing or trade advice. See the market-news guide for a related source-checking routine.