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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
AustriaAustria Wholesale Prices YoY climbed to 6.9% in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Austria Wholesale Prices YoY climbed to 6.9% in May 2026, released June 2026, up 0.2% from April's 6.7% reading. The reading missed the 7.3% consensus by 0.4%. Wholesale Prices YoY has now risen for 6 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, Wholesale Prices YoY averaged 6.05%, vs 0.53% in the prior 3-month window. Wholesale Prices YoY is now the highest in 36 months.
Latest Release
6.9
Actual
7.3
Consensus
6.7
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.74 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 7.3
Actual: 6.9
Error: +0.4
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 | ▲ Direct | +0.46 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.40 | FOREX | Bearish EUR | → View |
| GBP/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.27 | FOREX | Bearish GBP | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Wholesale Prices YoY (Austria) was reported at 6.9% in June 2026. This missed the market consensus of 7.3% by 0.4%. The reading rose from the previous value of 6.7%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 1.11%, ranging from -0.1% to 6.9% across 10 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 2.8%, up from the prior three at 0.4%. Volatility over the past year (σ 1.98%) is higher than the prior year (σ 1.22%). In June readings over the past 3 years, Wholesale Prices YoY has averaged 2.23%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with USD/JPY (Bullish USD). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.74%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 7, 2026.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Wholesale Prices YoY — Austria
DEFINITION
Wholesale Prices YoY is a financial indicator that measures the annual change in the prices of goods sold in bulk by manufacturers and wholesalers. It provides valuable insights into the overall inflationary pressures in the economy and is closely monitored by businesses, policymakers, and investors to make informed decisions. A positive YoY change indicates an increase in wholesale prices, while a negative change suggests a decrease. This indicator is an important tool for assessing the health of the economy and predicting future trends in consumer prices.
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 6.9 %, consensus 7.3 %. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 6.7 %. Before that (Mar 2026): 5.4 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/JPY (Bullish USD, r=0.46) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.