Manufacturing

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China’s manufacturing growth improves in February

It was supported by increases in output and new orders.

South Korea’s manufacturing PMI falls to 49.9 in February

Manufacturing conditions in South Korea remained stable after a slight improvement at the start of the year.

ASEAN manufacturing PMI hits seven-month high in February

It was driven by a surge in new orders and production.

Global manufacturing price pressures rise in February

The latest figure was the highest since June 2024.

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Global supply chains operating at full capacity in January

North America at a 6-month high in supply chain volatility index.

Supply chain drives M&A activity to record 5% YoY growth in 2024

Supply chain-related transactions accounted for $160b.

Japan’s Robot orders see strong rebound in Q4 2024

The number of units ordered also saw considerable growth, rising by 27.6% YoY to 46,499 units.

Global manufacturing activity expands in January

This was driven by a rise in new orders, output, and suppliers' delivery times.

Global semiconductor sales up 19% in 2024

It surpassed $600b for the first time, the SIA said.

Philippines’ manufacturing PMI dips in January

Demand continued to improve yet the pace of expansion was slow.

ASEAN’s PMI slips to 11-month low in January

Order book volumes and output only slightly increased.

China Manufacturing Industry maintains status as largest in the world for the 15th year

Over 570 industrial enterprises ranked among top 2,500 in R&D investment