S&P Global released the final October S&P Global Composite PMI for Australia on September 3, 2025. The actual figure, forecast, and prior value were not provided.Data Definition: The S&P Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) gauges overall activity in the manufacturing sector and serves as a key indicator of broader economic conditions. The index is compiled from approximately 400 purchasing managers’ assessments of employment, output, new orders, prices, supplier delivery times, and inventories. A reading above 50.0 signals expansion in manufacturing activity, while a reading below 50.0 indicates contraction.Market Impact: If the published figure exceeds expectations, it is considered positive for the Hong Kong dollar.This indicator is rated at importance level 2. The composite confidence index is calculated by surveying purchasing managers across the manufacturing, construction, and services sectors. The data is released monthly, with the next publication date yet to be announced.
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