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Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia Thomson Reuters IPSOS PCSI climbed to 73.88 in August 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased September 2026
Saudi Arabia Thomson Reuters IPSOS PCSI climbed to 73.88 in August 2026, released September 2026, up 2.46 from July's 71.42 reading.
Latest Release
73.880000
Actual
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Consensus
71.420000
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 | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | CRYPTO | Moves against | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.41 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| GBP/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.29 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Thomson Reuters IPSOS PCSI (Saudi Arabia) was reported at 73.88 in September 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 71.42. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through September 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 71.38, ranging from 68.45 to 73.88 across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 71.84, up from the prior three at 70.27. Volatility over the past year (σ 1.36) is higher than the prior year (σ 1.08).
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with BTC/USD (Bearish BTC). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, positively correlated (Bullish EUR).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update September 2026.
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About Thomson Reuters IPSOS PCSI — Saudi Arabia
DEFINITION
Saudi Arabia's Thomson Reuters IPSOS PCSI rose to 73.880000 in September, up from August's 71.420000, marking a clear expansion in consumer sentiment. The index climbed steadily from July's 70.21, reflecting improving confidence over the summer months. Market participants will watch upcoming economic data for confirmation of this positive trend. Updated 9/10/26
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. 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 (Sep 2026): actual 73.88. Prior reading (Aug 2026): 71.42. Before that (Jul 2026): 70.21.
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 BTC/USD (Bearish BTC, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for crypto-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - SA Events
| Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | SA | Wholesale Prices YoY | 4.6 | 5 | 5.1 | 4.85 | Low |
| 06:00 | SA | Inflation Rate MoM | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.10 | Low |
| 06:00 | SA | Inflation Rate YoY | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.80 | Low |