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AustraliaAustralia S&P Global Manufacturing PMI held to 52 Points in August 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased August 2026
Australia S&P Global Manufacturing PMI held to 52 Points in August 2026. The reading matched the 52 Points consensus.
Latest Release
52.000000
Actual
52.000000
Consensus
52.000000
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.39
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Aug 2026
Predicted: 52.4
Actual: 52
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 | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S&P/ASX 200 | ▼ Inverse | −0.53 | INDEX | Moves against | → View |
| AUD/NZD | ▲ Direct | +0.51 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.30 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Australia) was reported at 52.00 Points in August 2026. This matched the market consensus of 52.00 Points exactly. The reading was unchanged from the previous release. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 51.18 Points, ranging from 49.70 Points to 52.30 Points across 17 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 52.00 Points, up from the prior three at 51.37 Points. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.79 Points) is higher than the prior year (σ 0.67 Points). In August readings over the past 3 years, S&P Global Manufacturing PMI has averaged 52.38 Points.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with S&P/ASX 200 (Bearish S&P). A secondary relationship exists with AUD/NZD, positively correlated (Bullish AUD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.39 Points.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for September 22, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include CFTC AUD speculative net positions (Sep 18) and RBA Hunter Speech (Sep 21).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update August 2026.
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About S&P Global Manufacturing PMI — Australia
DEFINITION
The S&P Global Manufacturing PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the manufacturing sector in major economies around the world. It provides valuable insights into the health and growth of the global manufacturing industry, serving as a key barometer for investors, businesses, and policymakers. The index is based on a monthly survey of purchasing managers, and its timely and accurate data is highly regarded for its ability to forecast economic trends and inform decision-making.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Sentiment surveys are forward-looking inputs that often lead hard data on output and hiring. Sharp swings can drive cross-asset repricing. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Aug 2026): actual 52 Points, consensus 52 Points. Prior reading (Aug 2026): 52 Points. Before that (Jul 2026): 52 Points.
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 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 S&P/ASX 200 (Bearish S&P, r=-0.53) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - AU Events
| Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | AU | Westpac Leading Index MoM | 0 | 0.2 | 0.25 | Low | |
| 01:00 | AU | Leading Index MoM | 0 | 0.2 | 0.20 | Low | |