In the US session Manufacturing PMI figures were released. The April PMI registered 50.8 percent, a decrease of 1 percentage point from the March reading of 51.8 percent. Manufacturing registered growth in April for the second consecutive month, as 15 of our 18 industries reported an increase in new orders in April (up from 13 in March), and 15 of our 18 industries reported an increase in production in April (up from 12 in March).
From Australia, on Tuesday, Building Approvals data is scheduled for a release. Analysts are predicting decrease by 1.8%. From China, Manufacturing PMI figures will be published. No change is forecasted. However, the focus of the session will be on RBA rate decision and the following statement, which should bring a lot of volatility to the markets.
Figures to watch:
Building Approvals (Tuesday 3:30)
Caixin Manufacturing PMI (Tuesday 3:45)
Cash Rate/RBA Rate Statement (Tuesday 6:30)