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United StatesUS Capacity Utilization climbed to 76.2% in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
US Capacity Utilization climbed to 76.2% in May 2026, released June 2026, up 0.1% from April's 76.1% reading. The reading matched the 76.2% consensus. Capacity Utilization has now risen for 3 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, Capacity Utilization averaged 75.9%, vs 76.18% in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 22nd percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
76.2
Actual
76.2
Consensus
76.1
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.18 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 76.25
Actual: 76.2
Error: +0.05
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.63 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| NZD/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.55 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.47 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| GBP/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.42 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| USD/CHF | ▲ Direct | +0.36 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Capacity Utilization (United States) was reported at 76.2% in June 2026. This matched the market consensus of 76.2% exactly. The reading rose from the previous value of 76.1%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 76.18%, ranging from 75.61% to 77.5% across 19 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 76.16%, up from the prior three at 76.03%. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.49%) is lower than the prior year (σ 14.85%). In June readings over the past 3 years, Capacity Utilization has averaged 77.05%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with USD/JPY (Bullish USD). A secondary relationship exists with NZD/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish NZD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.18%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 17, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Import Prices MoM (Jul 17) and Building Permits (Jul 17).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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Capacity Utilization - US
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About Capacity Utilization — United States
DEFINITION
Capacity Utilization is a financial indicator that measures the extent to which a company or industry is utilizing its maximum production capacity. It is calculated by dividing the actual output by the potential output and is expressed as a percentage. This indicator provides valuable insights into the efficiency and productivity of a business, as well as its potential for growth and expansion. A high capacity utilization rate indicates that a company is operating at optimal levels, while a low rate may suggest room for improvement and potential cost savings. Overall, capacity utilization is a key metric for assessing the overall health and performance of a company or industry.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (May 2026): actual 76.17 Percent. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 76.13 Percent. Before that (Mar 2026): 75.67 Percent.
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 bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/JPY (Bullish USD, r=0.63) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - US Events
| Friday, July 17, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 | US | Import Prices YoY | 6.7 | 5.4 | 5.40 | Low | |
| 12:30 | US | Housing Starts | 1.177 | 1.2 | 1.20 | High | |
| 13:15 | US | Industrial Production YoY | 1.7 | 1.5 | 1.50 | Low | |
| 13:15 | US | Manufacturing Production YoY | 1.4 | 1 | 1.00 | Low | |
| 13:15 | US | Capacity Utilization | 76.2 | 76.7 | 76.70 | Low | |