Dallas Fed Manufacturing Input Prices Index for September: A Bullish Signal for the US Dollar

On August 25, 2025, the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas released the Dallas Fed Manufacturing Input Prices Index for September. The actual reading was 43.7; no consensus forecast was provided, and the previous value was also 43.7.Definition: A reading above zero indicates expansion in the sector, while a value below zero signals contraction. Sub-indexes include capacity utilization, new orders, input prices, shipments, finished goods prices, and employment. The region's manufacturing exports are primarily concentrated in energy production and electronics.Market Impact: If the actual figure exceeds expectations, it is considered bullish for the US dollar.This indicator carries significant importance. The data is compiled from manufacturers in the Texas region and is released monthly. The next publication is scheduled for the following month.

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