Australia S&P Global Manufacturing PMI: 50.2 (May) vs previous 51.3

May 21, 2026

Australia's S&P Global Manufacturing PMI declines to 50.3 in May

The preliminary reading of Australia's S&P Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) declined to 50.3 in May versus 51.3 prior, the latest data published by S&P Global showed on Thursday.

Gold holds steady near $4,550 as market eyes Middle East developments

Gold price (XAU/USD) trades on a flat note around $4,540 during the early Asian session on Thursday. Traders continue to assess the developments surrounding stalled US-Iran peace negotiations and threats to the Strait of Hormuz.