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AustraliaAustralia TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM fell to 0.5% in August 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased August 2026
Australia TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM fell to 0.5% in August 2026, down 0.5% from July's 1.0% reading. The print exceeded the 0.4% consensus by 0.1%.
Latest Release
0.500000
Actual
0.400000
Consensus
1.000000
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.7 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Aug 2026
Predicted: 0.75
Actual: 0.5
Error: +0.25
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUD/NZD | ▼ Inverse | −0.60 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| S&P/ASX 200 | ▲ Direct | +0.55 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.49 | COMMODITIES | Moves with | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.29 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM (Australia) was reported at 0.5% in August 2026. This beat the market consensus of 0.4% by 0.1%. The reading fell from the previous value of 1%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through August 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 0.36%, ranging from -0.3% to 1% across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 0.4%, up from the prior three at 0.33%. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.42%) is comparable than the prior year (σ 0.39%). In August readings over the past 3 years, TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM has averaged 0.7%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with AUD/NZD (Bearish AUD). A secondary relationship exists with S&P/ASX 200, positively correlated (Bullish S&P). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.7%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for October 6, 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 TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM — Australia
DEFINITION
The TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM is a monthly financial indicator that measures the change in consumer prices over the previous month. It is calculated by TD Bank and the Melbourne Institute, providing valuable insights into the current inflation trends in the economy. This indicator is widely used by economists, investors, and policymakers to assess the overall health of the economy and make informed decisions. With its timely and accurate data, the TD-MI Inflation Gauge MoM is a crucial tool for monitoring inflation and predicting future economic trends.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Inflation prints feed directly into central-bank policy expectations and real-yield calculations, and are among the most rate-sensitive releases on the calendar. 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 (Aug 2026): actual 0.5 %, consensus 0.4 %. Prior reading (Jul 2026): 1 %. Before that (May 2026): -0.3 %.
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 AUD/NZD (Bearish AUD, r=-0.60) — a useful reference for forex-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 | |