Richmond Manufacturing Index For October 3 Vs 3 Est.; 5 Prior
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The Richmond Manufacturing Index for October came in at 3, matching the estimated figure but lower than the previous month's reading of 5.
October 24, 2023 | 2:01 pm
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The Richmond Manufacturing Index, which is at par with estimates but lower than the previous month, may have a neutral to slightly negative impact on SPY as it indicates a slowdown in manufacturing activity.
The Richmond Manufacturing Index is a measure of manufacturing health in the Fifth Federal Reserve District. A lower than previous reading indicates a slowdown in manufacturing, which can impact the broader market and ETFs like SPY. However, as the reading is in line with estimates, the impact may be neutral to slightly negative.
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