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United StatesUS Reuters Michigan Consumer Sentiment climbed to 98.1 in January 2015
FMPMonthlyReleased January 2015
US Reuters Michigan Consumer Sentiment climbed to 98.1 in January 2015, up 4.5 from December's 93.6 reading. The reading matched the 98.2 consensus. The print is running well above the 12-month average of 87.48. Over the past 3 months, Reuters Michigan Consumer Sentiment averaged 92.76, vs 84.03 in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 96th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
98.1
Actual
98.2
Consensus
93.6
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±1.66
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jan 2015
Predicted: 99.12
Actual: 98.1
Error: +1.02
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.50 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.45 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.35 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.30 | CRYPTO | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Reuters Michigan Consumer Sentiment (United States) was reported at 98.10 in January 2015. This missed the market consensus of 98.20 by 0.10. The reading rose from the previous value of 93.60. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a monthly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 96.63, up from the prior three at 90.67.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with S&P 500 (Bullish Stocks). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 1.66.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Chicago Fed National Activity Index (Aug 24) and Fed Barkin Speech (Aug 25).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update January 2015.
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About Reuters Michigan Consumer Sentiment — United States
DEFINITION
Index The Reuters Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index is a widely recognized and highly regarded financial indicator that measures the level of confidence and optimism among consumers in the state of Michigan. This index is based on a monthly survey of households and provides valuable insights into the current and future state of the economy, as well as consumer spending patterns. It is considered a key indicator of overall consumer sentiment and can be used by investors, businesses, and policymakers to make informed decisions.
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. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jan 2015): actual 98.1, consensus 98.2. Prior reading (Jan 2015): 98.2. Before that (Dec 2014): 93.6.
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 S&P 500 (Bullish Stocks, r=0.50) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.
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