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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
AngolaAngola Foreign Exchange Reserves fell to 15.5B in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Angola Foreign Exchange Reserves fell to 15.5B in May 2026, released June 2026, down 0.3B from April's 15.8B reading. The reading matched the 15.9B consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is down 0.2B. Over the past 3 months, Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 15.6B, vs 15.87B in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 56th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
15.5
Actual
15.9
Consensus
15.8
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.28 billion
across last 12 releases
Last Call
May 2026
Predicted: 15.58
Actual: 15.8
Error: -0.23
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bearish USD | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.41 | FOREX | Bullish EUR | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.27 | CRYPTO | Bearish BTC | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Foreign Exchange Reserves (Angola) was reported at 15.50 billion in June 2026. This missed the market consensus of 15.90 billion by 0.40 billion. The reading fell from the previous value of 15.80 billion. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through May 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 15.49 billion, ranging from 15.10 billion to 15.90 billion across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 15.83 billion, up from the prior three at 15.57 billion. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.32 billion) is lower than the prior year (σ 0.47 billion). In May readings over the past 3 years, Foreign Exchange Reserves has averaged 15.26 billion.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/JPY (Bearish USD). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, positively correlated (Bullish EUR). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.28 billion.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update May 2026.
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About Foreign Exchange Reserves — Angola
DEFINITION
Foreign Exchange Reserves refer to the amount of foreign currency held by a country's central bank. These reserves are used to maintain stability in the country's currency and to fulfill international payment obligations. They serve as a measure of a country's economic strength and ability to withstand external shocks. Foreign Exchange Reserves are an important financial indicator for investors and policymakers, providing insight into a country's monetary policy and its ability to manage its currency.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (May 2026): actual 15.5 B, consensus 15.9 B. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 15.8 B. Before that (Mar 2026): 15.4 B.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/JPY (Bearish USD, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.