The Export Sales Reporting Program monitors U.S. agricultural export sales on a daily and weekly basis. Exporters are required to report sales of commodities such as wheat, corn, soybeans, cotton, pork, and beef. Large daily sales must also be reported individually. The weekly report allows analysts to monitor export trends and demand for U.S. agricultural products.

This report provides a weekly update of grains inspected for export. It includes metrics for the current and prior marketing years, categorized by destination and port. It serves as an early read on actual shipments, ahead of the more detailed Thursday export sales report.

This weekly report includes planting progress, development stages, and condition ratings by state. Condition is categorized into Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, and Very Poor. Historical comparisons are provided against the prior year and 5-year average, making it one of the most watched reports during growing season.

WASDE provides monthly global and U.S. forecasts for supply, demand, and ending stocks for major grains, oilseeds, cotton, and livestock. U.S. estimates often change during the growing season as production and usage figures evolve. World estimates are revised monthly. The report heavily influences expectations for supply tightness or surplus.

Grain Stocks reports measure actual surveyed inventories of corn, soybeans, and wheat. The September report is especially significant as it provides final stock levels for the corn and soybean marketing years. It reconciles discrepancies with WASDE estimates and may trigger adjustments in the next supply/demand forecast.

This report provides final planted acreage based on June farmer surveys. It influences USDA production estimates and can cause major supply-side revisions if significantly different from March planting intentions. It feeds directly into the July WASDE update.

Tracks weekly U.S. crude oil and refined product inventories. Inventory levels help determine market pricing based on supply/demand balance. The report influences crude oil, gasoline, and distillate markets and is a high-volatility event for energy traders.

Reports weekly changes in natural gas stored underground across U.S. regions. A key driver for natural gas prices, especially in winter and summer months when heating and cooling demand spikes.

The CPI measures monthly changes in prices paid by urban consumers. It's the most watched inflation metric and a key driver of Fed interest rate policy. High CPI can signal rate hikes and market tightening.

Measures price changes at the wholesale level before they reach consumers. It acts as a leading indicator for CPI and inflationary pressure across supply chains.

GDP measures total economic output across consumer, business, government, and trade sectors. Real (inflation-adjusted) GDP is most important to investors, as it reflects actual economic growth. Used to benchmark recessions and expansions.

This report shows consumer earnings, spending behavior, and savings. It includes the Fed’s preferred inflation metric—PCE prices. Spending accounts for over two-thirds of U.S. GDP, making this report especially influential.

Retail Sales tracks total consumer purchases across a variety of retail categories. Analysts focus on core sales (excluding autos and gas) as a GDP input and indicator of consumer health.

Measures output across factories, utilities, and mining. Capacity utilization indicates resource pressure and potential inflation. A key industrial cycle indicator.

Weekly report of new unemployment insurance filings. Considered a near real-time pulse of the labor market. Sudden rises often precede economic slowdowns.

The most market-moving labor report. Tracks total U.S. nonfarm employment, wages, and unemployment rate. Strong job growth may lead to rate hikes, while weak data may prompt stimulus.

Breaks down labor market dynamics into openings, hires, and separations. Offers deeper structural insights than headline payrolls.

The Fed's policy statement sets interest rate targets and outlines economic conditions. Market participants scrutinize every word for guidance on monetary tightening or easing.