The MNI China Business Sentiment Indicator is a monthly survey that measures the current business climate and future expectations of executives at Chinese companies. As a leading indicator, it provides early insight into the health of the world's second-largest economy before official government data is released. The survey covers various components including production, new orders, and employment levels.
The indicator is a diffusion index derived from a survey of executives from companies listed on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, where a reading above 50 indicates expansion.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2016 | 55.90 | — | — |
| Nov 23, 2016 | 53.10 | — | — |
| Oct 21, 2016 | 52.20 | — | — |
| Sep 23, 2016 | 55.80 | — | — |
| Aug 23, 2016 | 54.30 | — | — |
| Jul 22, 2016 | 55.50 | — | — |
| Jun 23, 2016 | 54.50 | — | — |
| May 19, 2016 | 50.00 | — | — |
| Apr 22, 2016 | 50.50 | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2016 | 49.90 | — | — |
| Feb 22, 2016 | 49.90 | — | — |
| Mar 22, 2013 | 58.39 | — | — |
