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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
Hong KongHong Kong Nikkei Manufacturing PMI fell to 44.4 in August 2015
FMPMonthlyReleased September 2015
Hong Kong Nikkei Manufacturing PMI fell to 44.4 in August 2015, released September 2015, down 3.8 from July's 48.2 reading.
Latest Release
44.400000
Actual
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Consensus
48.200000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Nikkei Manufacturing PMI (Hong Kong) was reported at 44.40 in September 2015. The reading fell from the previous value of 48.20.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases.
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 September 2015.
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About Nikkei Manufacturing PMI — Hong Kong
DEFINITION
The Nikkei Manufacturing PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the manufacturing sector in Japan. It provides valuable insights into the country's economic health by tracking changes in key factors such as production, new orders, and employment. This data is used by investors, businesses, and policymakers to make informed decisions and assess the overall strength of the Japanese economy. With its timely and accurate reporting, the Nikkei Manufacturing PMI is an essential tool for understanding the current and future state of Japan's manufacturing industry.
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 (Aug 2015): actual 44.4. Prior reading (Jul 2015): 48.2. Before that (Jun 2015): 49.2.
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 bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary headwind in the current projection.