Industrial Production YoY
What This Means
Industrial Production YoY is scheduled for Monday, May 18, 2026. High-impact macro releases like this can move SPX 0.5–2%+ in either direction — consider reducing Iron Condor position size or widening wings 1–2 days before release.
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Why This Matters for Iron Condor Traders
High-impact macro events like Industrial Production YoY create volatility spikes that directly affect Iron Condor implied volatility and wing pricing. Understanding the release pattern — beat vs. miss — helps you set appropriate wing widths and entry timing.
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Historical Context
Previous 5 occurrences of this event type:
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, May 2 | — | — | 6.9 |
| Wednesday, April 29 | 2.3 | — | 0.4 |
| Wednesday, April 29 | 3.6 | 3.8 | -2.3 |
| Wednesday, April 29 | 2.3 | — | 0.4 |
| Tuesday, April 28 | — | -1.5 | -0.04 |