The S&P Global Manufacturing PMI measures the monthly health of the manufacturing sector in the US based on surveys of purchasing managers.
Releases at
15:45
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 15:45
This index provides a timely snapshot of manufacturing activity, including output, new orders, employment, and supplier deliveries, which are key indicators of economic growth or contraction.
Central banks and investors watch this release closely as manufacturing is a significant part of the economy and can signal changes in economic momentum, influencing monetary policy decisions.
Stronger manufacturing data can boost confidence in economic growth, potentially leading to higher interest rates, while weaker data may increase expectations for stimulus or rate cuts.
Suggests manufacturing is expanding faster, which can strengthen the USD and boost stock markets.
Indicates slower manufacturing activity, which may weaken the USD and pressure equities.
Markets may show limited reaction as the data confirms current economic outlooks.