Malaysian manufacturing contracts in February as job losses hit worst levels since pandemic
Its February PMI is a sharp reversal from January's 20-month high of 50.
Analysis
ASEAN Manufacturing PMI hits record 53.8 in February on new orders
The region's February PMI is its highest level since July 2012.
Philippine manufacturing hits strongest level since 2017 on booming orders and production
A fresh surge in new business and a rebound in confidence point to a manufacturing sector finding its stride.
Thailand’s manufacturing recovers yet employment and factory gate prices tumble
Manufacturing sector regains momentum, though cooling confidence and falling factory gate prices signal a more cautious mood.
Taiwan’s factories surge at fastest pace in four years as AI demand fuels higher orders
The global appetite for semiconductors and AI technology powered manufacturing boom.
Japan factory activity roars back to a near 4-year high
Output, orders and jobs all rose at their fastest pace since January 2022.
Malaysia’s manufacturing shows resilience as capacity utilisation strengthens in late 2025
All major manufacturing sectors surpassed the 80-percent mark in Q4.
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Malaysian manufacturing contracts in February as job losses hit worst levels since pandemic
Its February PMI is a sharp reversal from January's 20-month high of 50.
Analysis
ASEAN Manufacturing PMI hits record 53.8 in February on new orders
The region's February PMI is its highest level since July 2012.
Philippine manufacturing hits strongest level since 2017 on booming orders and production
A fresh surge in new business and a rebound in confidence point to a manufacturing sector finding its stride.
Thailand’s manufacturing recovers yet employment and factory gate prices tumble
Manufacturing sector regains momentum, though cooling confidence and falling factory gate prices signal a more cautious mood.
Taiwan’s factories surge at fastest pace in four years as AI demand fuels higher orders
The global appetite for semiconductors and AI technology powered manufacturing boom.
Japan factory activity roars back to a near 4-year high
Output, orders and jobs all rose at their fastest pace since January 2022.
Malaysia’s manufacturing shows resilience as capacity utilisation strengthens in late 2025
All major manufacturing sectors surpassed the 80-percent mark in Q4.
Exclusives
UMC flags rising costs, talent strain at Singapore fabs
Managing its expansion and existing operations has been a key test.
AkzoNobel steps up digital, green push to hit 2030 targets
The company seeks to halve carbon emissions across the full value chain by 2030.
Indonesia pushes factories past tech ‘pilot trap’
The state wants manufacturers to sustain the digital transformation.
Asia’s bicycle makers gear up for growth
E-bikes and the global ‘green’ push are driving the market expansion.
PT Cemindo Gemilang eyes cement plant upgrades
Its carbon injection technology strengthens concrete whilst cutting carbon emissions.
PT. Sinar Nusantara Industries shaping modern construction with Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
The company’s diverse product range meets market demands, producing 753.34 tons per day.
