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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
Hong KongHong Kong Markit Manufacturing PMI climbed to 52.1 in November 2013
FMPMonthlyReleased December 2013
Hong Kong Markit Manufacturing PMI climbed to 52.1 in November 2013, released December 2013, up 2 from October's 50.1 reading.
Latest Release
52.100000
Actual
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Consensus
50.100000
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 | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.30 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | INDEX | Watch | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | CRYPTO | Watch | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Markit Manufacturing PMI (Hong Kong) was reported at 52.10 in December 2013. The reading rose from the previous value of 50.10.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with BTC/USD (Watch). A secondary relationship exists with USD/JPY, negatively correlated (Watch).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2013.
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Markit Manufacturing PMI - HK
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About Markit Manufacturing PMI — Hong Kong
DEFINITION
Markit Manufacturing PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the manufacturing sector in a particular country. It provides valuable insights into the health and growth of the economy by tracking changes in key factors such as production, new orders, employment, and supplier deliveries. This data is collected through surveys of purchasing managers in the manufacturing industry, making it a reliable and timely indicator of economic activity. Investors, policymakers, and businesses use Markit Manufacturing PMI to make informed decisions and stay ahead of market trends.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Sentiment surveys are forward-looking inputs that often lead hard data on output and hiring. Sharp swings can drive cross-asset repricing. 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 (Dec 2013): actual 52.1. Prior reading (Mar 2013): 51.2.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print. Current dynamics are the primary headwind in the projection.