📅Calendar 2026-08-20

Here are the major US economic data releases and Federal Reserve events between 2026-08-20 and 2026-08-25 (ET) that may impact the stock market:

FOMC Meeting Minutes 08-19 Wed 14:00 ET – These minutes from the July 28-29 meeting reveal the committee's debate on monetary policy, with many officials indicating a need for higher rates if inflation doesn't subside.

GDP (Second Estimate) 08-26 Wed 08:30 ET – This is the second estimate for Q2 2026 GDP, with the advance estimate showing a 1.5% annualized increase, down from 2.1% in Q1.

PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) 08-26 Wed 08:30 ET – This report includes the PCE Price Index, which is the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, offering insights into consumer spending and inflationary pressures.