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Data Round-Up: PMI Improving Nicely; Real GDP Likely +2.5% in 16Q2
posted by Michael Lewis on July 01, 2016
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PMI pick-up supports our estimate of +2 1⁄2% or so real GDP growth in 16Q2. Orders/inventory gap points to stronger mfg results ahead. After its robust 16Q1 showing, real residential investment is experiencing payback in 16Q2. The trend remains healthy.
Abstract
The PMI beat the consensus and reached its highest level since early 2015. Though the PMI’s utility as a GDP proxy has eroded since the Great Recession, today’s reading would imply just under+3% real GDP growth in 16Q2. We are tracking a +2.5% or so gain, with today’s construction data confirming payback after robust residential results in 16Q1.