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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
ChinaChina Imports climbed to 21.5M in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
China Imports climbed to 21.5M in May 2026, released June 2026, up 0.9M from April's 20.6M reading.
Latest Release
21.500000
Actual
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Consensus
20.600000
Previous
Sigmacast Track Record
Sigmacast track record will appear here once this indicator has been released 3+ times since Sigmanomics began tracking.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.60 | CRYPTO | Bearish BTC | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.53 | FOREX | Bearish USD | → View |
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | FOREX | Bullish AUD | → View |
| USD/CNH | ▼ Inverse | −0.35 | FOREX | Bearish USD | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Imports (China) was reported at 21.50 million in June 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 20.60 million. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 7.30 million, ranging from 1.70 million to 21.50 million across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 14.43 million, up from the prior three at 4.53 million.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with BTC/USD (Bearish BTC). A secondary relationship exists with USD/JPY, negatively correlated (Bearish USD).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Loan Prime Rate 5Y (Jun 22) and Loan Prime Rate 1Y (Jun 22).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Imports — China
DEFINITION
Imports refer to the goods and services that a country purchases from other countries. This financial indicator is used to measure the amount of foreign goods and services that are brought into a country, and is an important factor in determining a country's trade balance and overall economic health. High levels of imports can indicate a strong demand for foreign products, while low levels may suggest a weaker economy or a focus on domestic production. Tracking imports can provide valuable insights into a country's trade relationships and global economic trends.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Trade-balance and tariff data inform exchange-rate fundamentals and feed directly into GDP via the net-exports channel. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (May 2026): actual 21.5 M. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 20.6 M. Before that (Mar 2026): 23.8 M.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a 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 BTC/USD (Bearish BTC, r=-0.60) — a useful reference for crypto-focused traders.