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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
AustraliaAustralia Ai Group Construction Index climbed to -9.9 in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Australia Ai Group Construction Index climbed to -9.9 in May 2026, released June 2026, up 9.0 from April's -18.9 reading. The print exceeded the -20 consensus by 10.1. Ai Group Construction Index has now risen for 3 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, Ai Group Construction Index averaged -25.35, vs -1.5 in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 61st percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
-9.9
Actual
-20
Consensus
-18.9
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±12.02
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: -34.7
Actual: -9.9
Error: -24.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.63 | COMMODITIES | Bullish XAU | → View |
| AUD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.57 | FOREX | Bullish AUD | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▼ Inverse | −0.52 | INDEX | Bearish S&P 500 | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.49 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.36 | CRYPTO | Bearish BTC | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Ai Group Construction Index (Australia) was reported at -9.90 in June 2026. This beat the market consensus of -20.00 by 10.10. The reading rose from the previous value of -18.90. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged -9.19, ranging from -31.40 to 5.20 across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged -16.50, down from the prior three at -6.87. Volatility over the past year (σ 10.39) is comparable than the prior year (σ 11.21). In June readings over the past 3 years, Ai Group Construction Index has averaged -28.13.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with XAU/USD (Bullish XAU). A secondary relationship exists with AUD/JPY, positively correlated (Bullish AUD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 12.03.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for June 30, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Interest Rate Decision (Jun 16) and RBA Rate Statement (Jun 16).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Ai Group Construction Index — Australia
DEFINITION
The Ai Group Construction Index is a leading economic indicator that measures the performance of the construction industry in Australia. It provides valuable insights into the overall health and growth of the sector, including factors such as employment, new orders, and business conditions. This index is widely used by businesses, policymakers, and investors to make informed decisions and stay ahead of market trends. With its comprehensive and timely data, the Ai Group Construction Index is a crucial tool for monitoring the state of the Australian construction industry.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Housing data leads broader economic cycles by several months and is highly rate-sensitive, with knock-on effects to construction, materials, and consumer credit. 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 -9.9, consensus -20. Prior reading (Apr 2026): -19.3. Before that (Mar 2026): -31.4.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a lower 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 headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with XAU/USD (Bullish XAU, r=0.63) — a useful reference for commodities-focused traders.