Dallas Fed Business Activity Index for September: Bullish Signal for the US Dollar

On August 25, 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas released the September Dallas Fed Business Activity Index for the United States. The reported value was -1.8, with no forecast provided; the previous reading was also -1.8.This index is defined as follows: a value above zero indicates expansion in the sector, while a value below zero signifies contraction. Subcomponents include capacity utilization, new orders, prices paid for raw materials, shipments, finished goods prices, and employment index. Notably, the region's manufacturing exports are primarily concentrated in energy production and electronic products, representing a significant share of US manufacturing exports. As manufacturing is a leading sector in the US economy, this index serves as an important indicator of broader economic trends.The index is classified as high importance (level 3). Data is compiled from manufacturers in the Texas region and published monthly. The next release is scheduled for October 27, 2025.

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