Manufacturing

China’s trade surplus hits record high in 2024

It was boosted by strong export growth combined with sluggish import growth.
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China’s trade surplus hits record high in 2024

It was boosted by strong export growth combined with sluggish import growth.
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Emerging market output growth slips to 52.4 in December

This is attributed to slower manufacturing output growth, S&P Global said.

What went behind December's worsening PMI data?

The global manufacturing sector dropped to 49.6 in December.

Global Supply Chain spare capacity shrinks in December

Manufacturers added safety buffers to inventories due to increased risk.

Worldwide chip sales up 20.7% in November

The Americas, China, and Asia Pacific scored significant gains.

Embarking on the smart operations journey: A new era of cost management in manufacturing

Traditional cost management models come with a common pitfall, they neglect strategic investments in favour of short-term profitability.

South Korea factory activity contracts in December

Production outlook turned negative for the first time since the pandemic.

Global manufacturing activity contracts in 2024

Business optimism is also at a 3-month low.

Japan's manufacturing sector sees lowest contraction in 3 months

Input price inflation and weakened demand remain a challenge

Different plays for OEMs to consider for decarbonised heat technologies

McKinsey highlighted four key areas on which they can evaluate their approaches.

Global semiconductor sales up 22.1% YoY in October

Global sales are poised to reach $697.2b in 2025.

Supply Chain resilience fuels 18% increase in Global M&A Activity in Q3 2024

Despite prevailing high interest rates, subdued economic expansion.

APAC's xEV batteries market expected to reach 29.9 million units by 2029

Thailand and Indonesia are amongst the region's key players.

How gen AI can be the packaging and paper industry’s next frontier

Mckinsey & Company has identified building capabilities in six areas.

China's manufacturing sector posts 1.3% sales revenue growth in October

High-tech and equipment manufacturing companies lead the charge

GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index plunges across major economies in October

US factories cut back purchases whilst Chinese counterparts report growth.