Methodology & Data Sources
All data is sourced from official statistical agencies and central banks. Every metric includes provenance information.
Data Provider Hierarchy
We prioritize official SDMX (Statistical Data and Metadata eXchange) feeds when available, falling back to national sources when necessary. Our priority order:
- OECD SDMX — For GDP, inflation, unemployment, and other harmonized metrics
- IMF SDMX — For international balance of payments and financial indicators
- Eurostat SDMX — For European Union member states
- FRED (Federal Reserve) — For US-specific series (yields, CPI, employment)
- National Sources — Central banks and statistical agencies for policy decisions and country-specific data
Metrics by Frequency
Daily (6h cache)
Updated every 6 hours- Policy rates
- Treasury/Government bond yields
- Yield curve data
Monthly (24h cache)
Updated daily- Consumer Price Index (CPI)
- Unemployment rate
- Employment data
Quarterly (48h cache)
Updated every 2 days- Real GDP growth (SAAR)
- GDP components
- Balance of payments
Annual (7d cache)
Updated weekly- Debt-to-GDP ratio
- Industry value added (GVA)
- Fiscal balance
- Current account balance
Data Lag Expectations
Official economic data is released with inherent delays. We display the latest available observation and clearly indicate when data may be stale:
| Frequency | Typical Lag | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | Same day or T+1 | Market rates update continuously |
| Monthly | 4–6 weeks | CPI usually released mid-month for prior month |
| Quarterly | 2–3 months | GDP advance estimates, then revisions |
| Annual | 6–18 months | Final annual figures often lag significantly |
Economic Regime Classification
The "Regime" indicator is a proprietary classification based on:
- Growth: Real GDP growth trajectory (positive, stagnant, negative)
- Inflation: Distance from central bank target (typically 2%)
- Policy Stance: Direction of monetary policy (easing, holding, tightening)
Primary Sources by Country
Disclaimer
This platform provides educational macro-economic context for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, mortgage recommendations, or investment guidance.
All data is sourced from official government and central bank publications. While we strive for accuracy, we make no guarantees about the timeliness or completeness of the information presented.
Consult with qualified financial professionals before making any financial decisions.