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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
FinlandFinland Import Prices fell to -3.5% in February 2014
FMPMonthlyReleased March 2014
Finland Import Prices fell to -3.5% in February 2014, released March 2014, down 0.6% from January's -2.9% reading.
Latest Release
-3.500000
Actual
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Consensus
-2.900000
Previous
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CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.30 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | INDEX | Watch | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | CRYPTO | Watch | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Import Prices (Finland) was reported at -3.5% in March 2014. The reading fell from the previous value of -2.9%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with BTC/USD (Watch). A secondary relationship exists with USD/JPY, negatively correlated (Watch).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update March 2014.
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Import Prices - FI
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About Import Prices — Finland
DEFINITION
Import Prices is a financial indicator that measures the changes in the prices of goods and services imported into a country. It provides valuable insights into the cost of foreign goods and the impact of international trade on a nation's economy. This indicator is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and businesses to assess the competitiveness of a country's imports and its overall economic health. Fluctuations in import prices can also affect inflation and consumer purchasing power, making it a key factor in decision-making for businesses and investors.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Trade-balance and tariff data inform exchange-rate fundamentals and feed directly into GDP via the net-exports channel. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Feb 2014): actual -3.5 %.