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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
AustraliaAustralia ANZ-Indeed Job Ads MoM held to 3.2% in February 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased March 2026
Australia ANZ-Indeed Job Ads MoM held to 3.2% in February 2026, released March 2026. The print exceeded the -2.3% consensus by 5.5%.
Latest Release
3.200000
Actual
-2.300000
Consensus
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Previous
Median Absolute Error
±1.36 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Mar 2026
Predicted: -1.42
Actual: 3.2
Error: -4.63
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.78 | FOREX | Bullish AUD | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.54 | FOREX | Bearish USD | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
ANZ-Indeed Job Ads MoM (Australia) was reported at -3.1% in April 2026. This missed the market consensus of 0.1% by 3.2%. The reading fell from the previous value of 3.2%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through March 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged -0.01%, ranging from -3.3% to 4.4% across 8 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 2.37%, up from the prior three at -2.1%. Volatility over the past year (σ 2.43%) is higher than the prior year (σ 1.34%). In March readings over the past 3 years, ANZ-Indeed Job Ads MoM has averaged -0.33%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with AUD/USD (Bullish AUD). A secondary relationship exists with USD/JPY, negatively correlated (Bearish USD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 1.36%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
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 March 2026.
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About ANZ-Indeed Job Ads MoM — Australia
DEFINITION
ANZ-Indeed Job Ads MoM is a monthly financial indicator that measures the change in the number of job advertisements posted on the ANZ and Indeed job search platforms. This indicator provides valuable insights into the current state of the job market and can be used by businesses and policymakers to gauge the level of employment opportunities and overall economic activity. A higher reading indicates a growing job market, while a lower reading suggests a decline in job opportunities.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Labor-market data shapes consumer-spending forecasts and is closely tracked by central banks assessing the output gap and wage-inflation pass-through. 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 (Mar 2026): actual -3.1 %, consensus 0.1 %. Prior reading (Feb 2026): 3.2 %. Before that (Jan 2026): 4.4 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially lower 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 AUD/USD (Bullish AUD, r=0.78) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.