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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
TaiwanTaiwan HSBC Manufacturing PMI climbed to 49.3 in May 2015
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2015
Taiwan HSBC Manufacturing PMI climbed to 49.3 in May 2015, released June 2015, up 0.1 from April's 49.2 reading.
Latest Release
49.300000
Actual
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Consensus
49.200000
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
HSBC Manufacturing PMI (Taiwan) was reported at 49.30 in June 2015. The reading rose from the previous value of 49.20.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 49.83, down from the prior three at 51.27.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with BTC/USD (Watch). A secondary relationship exists with USD/JPY, negatively correlated (Watch).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Interest Rate (Jun 18).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2015.
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About HSBC Manufacturing PMI — Taiwan
DEFINITION
HSBC Manufacturing PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the manufacturing sector in a specific 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, policymakers, and businesses to make informed decisions and assess the economic outlook of a country. With its timely and accurate data, HSBC Manufacturing PMI is a crucial tool for understanding the state of the manufacturing sector and its impact on the broader economy.
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 (May 2015): actual 49.3. Prior reading (May 2015): 49.3. Before that (Apr 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 bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection.