Inflation data is usually the leading indicator for future interest rates. The question isn't basic, and a basic answer really can't be given. You can find most data that affects inflation and interest rates here: url . Hopefully this helps! -Rgz

Might I suggest swinging by Domino's thread that he started a while ago. His entire firm trades off of IRD's, and makes a quite handsome profit off of compound interest.

Are there 'secrets' out there? Sure, but I don't believe they are needed for profitability inside any market place. Is an edge needed? Most definitely (imho of course). With enough research and understanding of the business you are playing in (which ...