FXTRADING 经济数据汇总（亚太区01/16）

Group 1: Eurozone Industrial Output Recovery - Eurozone industrial activity showed a phase of improvement in November, with industrial output rising by 0.7% month-on-month, slightly better than market expectations [3] - The rebound is seen as a localized repair rather than a comprehensive recovery, with capital goods being a key driver of industrial output growth [3] - Energy output contracted significantly, and production of consumer goods, both durable and non-durable, declined, indicating persistent weakness in end-demand [3] Group 2: Strong U.S. Retail Sales - U.S. retail sales data for November demonstrated strong performance, confirming the role of consumer spending in supporting the economy [5] - The month-on-month retail sales growth exceeded market expectations, alleviating concerns about a sharp decline in year-end consumption [5] - Core sales data, excluding automobiles and energy, showed a robust upward trend, indicating a solid foundation for consumer improvement [5] Group 3: Moderate Recovery in the UK Economy - The UK economy showed unexpected signs of recovery in November, with monthly GDP achieving moderate growth, providing a buffer for year-end economic prospects [7] - The growth was driven by both the services and manufacturing sectors, reflecting improvements in economic activity across multiple levels [7] - Over the past three months, the economy has seen slight growth, maintaining positive year-on-year growth rates, indicating resilience without falling into recession [7] Group 4: Federal Reserve Beige Book Insights - The latest Federal Reserve Beige Book presents a relatively balanced view of the U.S. economy, with most regions experiencing slight to moderate expansion [9] - The report indicates a stable labor market, with no significant signs of cooling, while businesses emphasize flexibility in hiring practices [9] - Wage growth remains moderate, and many businesses report that cost pressures are normalizing, providing a realistic basis for further inflation cooling [9]