Read the figures together
Actual is the released value. Forecast is an estimate. Previous is the prior period’s value, which may be revised. Check the units and reference period before comparing them.
Follow scheduled economic releases and compare actual, forecast and previous values. Check the time zone inside the calendar.
The embedded calendar has its own time-zone display. Check it before converting an event time. Release schedules can change.
Actual is the released value. Forecast is an estimate. Previous is the prior period’s value, which may be revised. Check the units and reference period before comparing them.