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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
Hong KongHong Kong Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 446.5B in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Hong Kong Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 446.5B in May 2026, released June 2026, up 4.4B from April's 442.1B reading. The reading matched the 443B consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is up 15.5B. Over the past 3 months, Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 438.33B, vs 434.23B in the prior 3-month window. Foreign Exchange Reserves is now the highest in 36 months.
Latest Release
446.5
Actual
443
Consensus
442.1
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±2.89 billion
across last 10 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 443
Actual: 446.5
Error: -3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/HKD | ▲ Direct | +0.57 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.26 | CRYPTO | Bullish BTC | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Foreign Exchange Reserves (Hong Kong) was reported at 446.50 billion in June 2026. This beat the market consensus of 443.00 billion by 3.50 billion. The reading rose from the previous value of 442.10 billion. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 430.74 billion, ranging from 419.20 billion to 446.50 billion across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 440.43 billion, up from the prior three at 425.50 billion. Volatility over the past year (σ 8.16 billion) is higher than the prior year (σ 5.59 billion). In June readings over the past 3 years, Foreign Exchange Reserves has averaged 431.57 billion.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with USD/HKD (Bullish USD). Over the last 10 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 2.89 billion.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 7, 2026.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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Foreign Exchange Reserves - HK
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About Foreign Exchange Reserves — Hong Kong
DEFINITION
Foreign Exchange Reserves refer to the amount of foreign currency held by a country's central bank. These reserves are used to maintain stability in the country's currency and to fulfill international payment obligations. They serve as a measure of a country's economic strength and ability to withstand external shocks. Foreign Exchange Reserves are an important financial indicator for investors and policymakers, providing insight into a country's monetary policy and its ability to manage its currency.
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 (May 2026): actual 446.5 B, consensus 443 B. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 442.1 B. Before that (Apr 2026): 442.1 B.
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 USD/HKD (Bullish USD, r=0.57) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.