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ChinaChina Industrial Capacity Capacity Utilization climbed to 78.0% in December 2017
FMPMonthlyReleased January 2018
China Industrial Capacity Capacity Utilization climbed to 78.0% in December 2017, released January 2018, up 1.2% from November's 76.8% reading.
Latest Release
78.000000
Actual
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Consensus
76.800000
Previous
Sigmacast Track Record
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/CNY | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.45 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| Copper | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | COMMODITIES | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | COMMODITIES | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Industrial Capacity Capacity Utilization (China) was reported at 78% in January 2018. The reading rose from the previous value of 76.8%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/CNY (Bullish CNY). A secondary relationship exists with AUD/USD, positively correlated (Bullish AUD).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include House Price Index YoY (Oct 19) and Retail Sales YoY (Oct 19).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update January 2018.
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Industrial Capacity Capacity Utilization - CN
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About Industrial Capacity Capacity Utilization — China
DEFINITION
Industrial Capacity Capacity Utilization is a key financial indicator that measures the percentage of a country's industrial production capacity that is being utilized. It provides insight into the overall health and efficiency of the industrial sector, as well as the potential for future economic growth. A high utilization rate indicates strong demand and a well-functioning economy, while a low rate may signal a slowdown or underutilization of resources. This indicator is closely monitored by investors, policymakers, and analysts as it can impact stock markets, inflation, and interest rates.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. 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 (Oct 2017): actual 78 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/CNY (Bullish CNY, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - CN Events
| Thursday, October 15, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | CN | Outstanding Loan Growth YoY | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.80 | Low |
| Monday, October 19, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 01:30 | CN | House Price Index YoY | -3 | -3.1 | -3.10 | Medium | |
| 02:00 | CN | Retail Sales YoY | 0.4 | 1 | 1.00 | High | |
| 02:00 | CN | Industrial Capacity Utilization | 73 | 73.5 | 73.50 | Low | |
| 02:00 | CN | GDP Growth Rate YoY | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.40 | High | |
| 02:00 | CN | Industrial Production YoY | 5.2 | 4.8 | 4.80 | High | |
| 02:00 | CN | Unemployment Rate | 5.3 | 5.1 | 5.10 | High | |
| 02:00 | CN | Fixed Asset Investment | -7.2 | -6.5 | -6.50 | Medium | |
| 02:00 | CN | GDP Growth Rate QoQ | 0.9 | 1.1 | 1.10 | Medium | |
| 09:00 | CN | FDI | -5.3 | -4.8 | -2.80 | Medium | |
| Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 01:15 | CN | Loan Prime Rate 5Y | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3.50 | Medium | |