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VietnamVietnam S&P Global Manufacturing PMI climbed to 53.3 Points in August 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased September 2026
Vietnam S&P Global Manufacturing PMI climbed to 53.3 Points in August 2026, released September 2026, up 0.4 Points from July's 52.9 Points reading. The reading matched the 53 Points consensus.
Latest Release
53.300000
Actual
53.000000
Consensus
52.900000
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±2.12
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Sep 2026
Predicted: 53.45
Actual: 53.3
Error: +0.15
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.72 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| GBP/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.67 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.40 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.33 | CRYPTO | Moves against | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.31 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Vietnam) was reported at 53.30 Points in August 2026. This beat the market consensus of 53.00 Points by 0.30 Points. The reading rose from the previous value of 52.90 Points. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 52.87 Points, ranging from 50.40 Points to 54.50 Points across 10 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 53.00 Points, up from the prior three at 52.67 Points. Volatility over the past year (σ 1.22 Points) is lower than the prior year (σ 1.93 Points). In September readings over the past 3 years, S&P Global Manufacturing PMI has averaged 52.03 Points.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with EUR/USD (Bearish EUR). A secondary relationship exists with GBP/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish GBP). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 2.13 Points.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for October 1, 2026.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update September 2026.
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About S&P Global Manufacturing PMI — Vietnam
DEFINITION
The S&P Global Manufacturing PMI is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the performance of the manufacturing sector in major economies around the world. It provides valuable insights into the health and growth of the global manufacturing industry, serving as a key barometer for investors, businesses, and policymakers. The index is based on a monthly survey of purchasing managers, and its timely and accurate data is highly regarded for its ability to forecast economic trends and inform decision-making.
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 (Aug 2026): actual 53.3 Points, consensus 53 Points. Prior reading (Jul 2026): 52.9 Points. Before that (May 2026): 52.8 Points.
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 EUR/USD (Bearish EUR, r=-0.72) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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