The ISM Manufacturing PMI measures the monthly economic health of the U.S. manufacturing sector based on surveys of purchasing managers.
Releases at
16:00
Friday, October 30, 2026 at 16:00
This indicator is a key gauge of manufacturing activity, reflecting new orders, production, employment, supplier deliveries, and inventories.
Central banks and investors watch the ISM Manufacturing PMI closely as it provides early signals about economic growth and inflation pressures.
Stronger manufacturing activity can indicate rising demand and potential inflation, influencing monetary policy decisions and market sentiment.
Suggests stronger economic growth, often leading to a rise in stock markets and a stronger USD.
Indicates weaker manufacturing activity, which can weigh on stocks and weaken the USD.
Markets typically show little reaction, as the data confirms current economic outlooks.