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US ISM Manufacturing Prices

Track US ISM Manufacturing Prices to gauge inflation trends, vital for Forex and equity markets.

Overview

This is a primary indicator of consumer inflation; when businesses incur higher costs for goods and services, these increased expenses are typically passed on to consumers. While it is a part of the PMI, it is reported separately as an indicator of inflation. A reading above 50.0 signals rising prices, while a reading below indicates falling prices.

Key Information

What it Measures

It reflects the level of a diffusion index derived from surveys of purchasing managers within the manufacturing sector.

Usual Effect

When 'Actual' figures exceed 'Forecast' numbers, it is considered favorable for the currency.

Source & Frequency

Institute for Supply Management (latest release) - https://www.ismworld.org/ • This data is released monthly, on the first business day of the month following the month being reported.

How Data is Derived

Survey of about 300 purchasing managers which asks respondents to rate the relative level of prices paid for goods and services

Also Known As

Manufacturing Prices Paid

Acronym

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)

Historic Data