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South Korea HSBC/Markit Manuf PMI climbed to 50.4 in November 2013, released December 2013, up 0.2 from October's 50.2 reading.
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).
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/KRW | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bullish KRW | → View |
| KOSPI | ▲ Direct | +0.45 | INDEX | Bullish KR | → View |
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | FOREX | Watch | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | COMMODITIES | 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.
HSBC/Markit Manuf PMI (South Korea) was reported at 50.40 in November 2013. The reading rose from the previous value of 50.20.
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/KRW (Bullish KRW). A secondary relationship exists with KOSPI, positively correlated (Bullish KR).
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Business Confidence (May 26) and Exports YoY (Jun 1).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update December 2013.
The HSBC/Markit Manuf PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the manufacturing sector in a particular country. It is based on a monthly survey of purchasing managers from various industries, providing valuable insights into the overall health and growth of the manufacturing industry. This indicator is used by investors, businesses, and policymakers to make informed decisions and assess the economic outlook of a country. With its timely and accurate data, the HSBC/Markit Manuf PMI is a crucial tool for monitoring and analyzing the performance of the manufacturing sector.
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.
Latest reading (Dec 2013): actual 50.4. Prior reading (Dec 2013): 50.4. Before that (Nov 2013): 50.2.
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print. Current dynamics are the primary headwind in the projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/KRW (Bullish KRW, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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| Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | Business Confidence | 74 | 70 | 68.50 | Medium | ||
| Thursday, May 28, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 23:00 | Industrial Production MoM | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.90 | Low | ||
| 23:00 | Retail Sales MoM | 1.8 | 0.4 | 0.40 | Low | ||
| 23:00 | Industrial Production YoY | 3.6 | 4 | 4.00 | Low | ||