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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
JapanJapan Markit Services PMI climbed to 51.5 in May 2015
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2015
Japan Markit Services PMI climbed to 51.5 in May 2015, released June 2015, up 0.2 from April's 51.3 reading.
Latest Release
51.500000
Actual
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Consensus
51.300000
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bullish JPY | → View |
| EUR/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.45 | FOREX | Bullish JPY | → View |
| Nikkei 225 | ▲ Direct | +0.45 | INDEX | Bullish JP | → View |
| GBP/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.40 | FOREX | Bullish JPY | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Markit Services PMI (Japan) was reported at 51.50 in June 2015. The reading rose from the previous value of 51.30. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a monthly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 50.40, down from the prior three at 50.50.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/JPY (Bullish JPY). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/JPY, negatively correlated (Bullish JPY).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Housing Starts YoY (May 28) and Unemployment Rate (May 28).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2015.
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About Markit Services PMI — Japan
DEFINITION
Markit Services PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the services sector in an economy. It provides valuable insights into the health and growth of the services industry by tracking changes in business activity, new orders, employment, and prices. This data is collected through surveys of purchasing managers in various service-based companies, making it a reliable and timely indicator of economic trends. Markit Services PMI is used by investors, businesses, and policymakers to make informed decisions and assess the overall economic outlook.
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. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jun 2015): actual 51.5. Prior reading (May 2015): 51.3. Before that (Apr 2015): 48.4.
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/JPY (Bullish JPY, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.