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Germany S&P Global Construction PMI fell to 43.5 in September 2026, released October 2026, down 5.2 from August's 48.7 reading. The reading missed the 48 consensus by 4.5.
across last 6 releases
Oct 2026
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAX | ▲ Direct | +0.55 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.50 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/GBP | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/CHF | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
S&P Global Construction PMI (Germany) was reported at 43.50 in September 2026. This missed the market consensus of 48.00 by 4.50. The reading fell from the previous value of 48.70.
The trailing three releases averaged 44.77, up from the prior three at 41.40.
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with DAX (Bullish DE). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, positively correlated (Bullish EUR). Over the last 6 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 3.15.
The next release is scheduled for November 5, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Inflation Rate YoY (Oct 30) and Inflation Rate MoM (Oct 30).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update October 2026.
The S&P Global Construction PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the global construction industry. It provides valuable insights into the current and future trends of the sector, including changes in output, new orders, employment, and business confidence. This indicator is used by investors, analysts, and policymakers to assess the health of the construction industry and make informed decisions. With its comprehensive coverage and timely updates, the S&P Global Construction PMI is an essential tool for understanding the state of the global economy.
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.
Latest reading (Sep 2026): actual 43.5, consensus 48. Prior reading (Aug 2026): 48.7. Before that (Jul 2026): 42.1.
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 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 DAX (Bullish DE, r=0.55) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.
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| Friday, October 30, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | Import Prices MoM | 2.1 | 1 | 1.8 | 1.95 | Low | |
| 07:00 | Import Prices YoY | 10.4 | 8.3 | 10.3 | 10.35 | Low | |
| 08:55 | Unemployment Rate | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.43 | High | |
| 08:55 | Unemployed Persons | 3.016 | 3.012 | 3.017 | 3.02 | Medium | |
| 08:55 | Employment Change | 4 | 12 | 5 | 5.00 | High | |
| 09:00 | GDP Growth Rate QoQ | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.15 | High | |
| 09:00 | GDP Growth Rate YoY | 1.2 | 1 | 1.1 | 1.15 | High | |