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JapanJapan Eco Watchers Survey Current climbed to 46.4 in August 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased September 2026
Japan Eco Watchers Survey Current climbed to 46.4 in August 2026, released September 2026, up 0.7 from July's 45.7 reading. The reading matched the 46.3 consensus. Eco Watchers Survey Current has now risen for 5 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, Eco Watchers Survey Current averaged 44.85, vs 42.2 in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 46th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
46.4
Actual
46.3
Consensus
45.7
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±1.2
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Sep 2026
Predicted: 46.47
Actual: 46.4
Error: +0.07
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | ▼ Inverse | −0.61 | INDEX | Moves against | → View |
| Hang Seng | ▼ Inverse | −0.36 | INDEX | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Eco Watchers Survey Current (Japan) was reported at 46.40 in September 2026. This beat the market consensus of 46.30 by 0.10. The reading rose from the previous value of 45.70. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through September 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 46.41, ranging from 40.80 to 49.10 across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 45.37, up from the prior three at 44.43. Volatility over the past year (σ 2.54) is higher than the prior year (σ 2.11). In September readings over the past 3 years, Eco Watchers Survey Current has averaged 47.37.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with Nikkei 225 (Bearish Nikkei 225). A secondary relationship exists with Hang Seng, negatively correlated (Bearish Hang Seng). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 1.20.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for October 8, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Exports YoY (Sep 15) and Balance of Trade (Sep 15).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update September 2026.
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About Eco Watchers Survey Current — Japan
DEFINITION
The Eco Watchers Survey Current is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the current economic conditions in Japan. It is based on a monthly survey of business executives and households, providing valuable insights into the country's economic performance and future outlook. This indicator is closely monitored by investors, policymakers, and analysts as it reflects the sentiment and confidence of key stakeholders in the Japanese economy. Its timely and accurate data makes it a crucial tool for decision-making and forecasting in the financial world.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Aug 2026): actual 46.4, consensus 46.3. Prior reading (Jul 2026): 45.7. Before that (Jun 2026): 44.
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 Nikkei 225 (Bearish Nikkei 225, r=-0.61) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - JP Events
| Monday, September 14, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:30 | JP | Capacity Utilization | 0.5 | 4.1 | -1.3 | -0.40 | Low |
| 04:30 | JP | Industrial Production MoM | -0.2 | 1.9 | 0.1 | -0.05 | Low |
| 04:30 | JP | Industrial Production YoY | 3.9 | 4.9 | 4.1 | 4.00 | Low |
| Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 04:30 | JP | Tertiary Industry Index MoM | -0.2 | 0.3 | 0.30 | Low | |
| 23:50 | JP | Exports YoY | 23.2 | 18.2 | 18.60 | Medium | |
| 23:50 | JP | Balance of Trade | -634.5 | -1052.6 | -959.65 | High | |
| 23:50 | JP | Imports YoY | 27.8 | 26.3 | 26.15 | Low | |
| 23:50 | JP | Machinery Orders MoM | 9.7 | -2.8 | 1.10 | Medium | |
| 23:50 | JP | Machinery Orders YoY | 16.9 | 15.3 | 18.45 | Medium | |
| 23:50 | JP | Adjusted Trade Balance | -0.69 | -0.98 | -0.92 | Medium | |