Chemical manufacturing

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Identify the leading indicators relevant to your market

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Key drivers forecasting the chemical manufacturing market

Forecasting the chemical ,manufacturing market calls for an analysis of economic indicators, raw material prices, regulatory changes, and technological advancements for each of the end markets you serve.

By considering these factors and regularly monitoring industry developments, you can improve the accuracy of your forecasts and make informed decisions.

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Here are the leading indicators identified using Indicio:

Main variable:
Industrial Production: Manufacturing: Non-Durable Goods: Chemical (NAICS = 325)
Indicator name Influence
United States, Housing Starts, Total, AR, SA ⭐⭐⭐⭐
United States, Leading Index, Total, SA, Index, 2016 = 100 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
United States, New Passenger Cars - Total Registrations ⭐⭐⭐
United States, Manufacturers New Orders, Durable Goods Excluding Transportation, Current Prices, SA, USD ⭐⭐⭐
United States, Prime Rates, Major Banks, Average ⭐⭐⭐
United States, Consumer Surveys, Conference Board, Consumer Confidence, SA, Index, 1985 = 100 ⭐⭐
United States, Consumer Surveys, IBD / TIPP, Economic Optimism Index, Index
Trend: Industrial Production: Manufacturing: Non-Durable Goods: Chemical (NAICS = 325)
United States, Dow Jones, Averages, Industrial Index, Price Return, End of Period
United States, Treasury Bill Rate - 3 Month (EP)
United States, Policy Rates, Federal Funds Target Rate, End of Period
United States, Total Non-Farm, Job Openings, Level, Total US
United States, All Employees, Employment, Overall, Non-Farm Payroll, Total, SA
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Manufacturers' Unfilled Orders: Construction Materials and Supplies
Google trends: Caterpillar Inc
New Privately-Owned Housing Units Authorized in Permit-Issuing Places: Total Units
Producer Price Index by Industry: Construction Machinery Manufacturing
Google trends: KOBELCO Construction Machinery Co.Ltd.
Manufacturers' New Orders: Construction Materials and Supplies

Top indicators identified

United States, Housing Starts, Total, AR, SA

There is a significant relationship between housing starts and the production of non-durable goods in the chemical industry.

When housing starts rise, it signifies an expanding construction sector, which leads to an increased production of non-durable chemical products to support the building & maintenance of new residential properties.

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United States, Leading Index, Total, SA, Index, 2016 = 100

The leading index is designed to predict changes in economic activity before they occur in other lagging indicators.

When the leading index shows a positive trend, it suggests favorable economic conditions, such as increased consumer demand, investment and growth.

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United States, New Passenger Cars - Total Registrations

They do not typically have a direct causal relationship.

However, its relationship with automotive production or sales of automotive chemicals is a factor that is worth considering.

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By anticipating market trends and technological shifts using Indicio's multivariate modeling will give you an advantage in estimating demand for new vehicle models, enabling manufacturers to make informed decisions about production volumes, marketing strategies, and inventory management for successful product launches.

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How a chemical manufacturer increased their market forecast accuracy by 42%

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