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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
TaiwanTaiwan M2 Money Supply YoY climbed to 6.45% in April 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased May 2026
Taiwan M2 Money Supply YoY climbed to 6.45% in April 2026, released May 2026, up 0.66% from March's 5.79% reading. The print exceeded the 5.9% consensus by 0.55%. M2 Money Supply YoY has now risen for 6 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, M2 Money Supply YoY averaged 5.44%, vs 5.08% in the prior 3-month window. M2 Money Supply YoY is now the highest in 31 months.
Latest Release
6.45
Actual
5.9
Consensus
5.79
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.08 percentage points
across last 5 releases
Last Call
May 2026
Predicted: 5.9
Actual: 6.45
Error: -0.55
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/TWD | ▲ Direct | +0.42 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.29 | CRYPTO | Bullish BTC | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
M2 Money Supply YoY (Taiwan) was reported at 6.45% in May 2026. This beat the market consensus of 5.9% by 0.55%. The reading rose from the previous value of 5.79%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through May 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 4.75%, ranging from 3.33% to 6.45% across 10 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 5.66%, up from the prior three at 5.2%. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.98%) is higher than the prior year (σ 0.68%). In May readings over the past 3 years, M2 Money Supply YoY has averaged 5.46%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with USD/TWD (Bullish USD).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for June 18, 2026. 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 May 2026.
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About M2 Money Supply YoY — Taiwan
DEFINITION
M2 Money Supply YoY is a financial indicator that measures the annual change in the amount of money in circulation in an economy. It includes all physical currency, checking and savings deposits, and other liquid assets. This indicator is closely monitored by economists and investors as it provides insight into the overall health and growth of an economy. A higher M2 Money Supply YoY can indicate increased economic activity and potential inflation, while a lower reading may suggest a slowing economy.
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 (Apr 2026): actual 6.45 %, consensus 5.9 %. Prior reading (Mar 2026): 5.79 %. Before that (Feb 2026): 5.38 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a higher 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/TWD (Bullish USD, r=0.42) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.