Note: AU AIG Manufacturing Index was discontinued in Dec 2022; previously gauged economic health.
Data collection for this source ceased in December 2022.
What it Measures
This index reflects the sentiment of surveyed manufacturers.
Usual Effect
If the 'Actual' value exceeds the 'Forecast', it is favorable for the currency.
Source & Frequency
Australian Industry Group (latest release) - https://www.aigroup.com.au/ • Data is published monthly, on the first business day following the end of the month.
How Data is Derived
Survey of about 200 manufacturers which asks respondents to rate the relative level of business conditions including employment, production, new orders, prices, supplier deliveries, and inventories
Also Known As
Performance of Manufacturing Index
Acronym
Australian Industry Group (AIG)