Manufacturing

South Korean manufacturing returns to growth as export orders recover

New orders surged to a 13-month high despite sharp acceleration in cost pressures.

South Korean manufacturing returns to growth as export orders recover

New orders surged to a 13-month high despite sharp acceleration in cost pressures.

Philippine manufacturing shows signs of recovery after 4-month slump

New orders rose for first time since August, though export demand plummeted.

Southeast Asian manufacturing ends 2025 strongest quarter in 4 years

The solid growth continues despite slight moderation in output and new orders.

Japanese manufacturing stabilises after 5 months of decline

New orders fell at its slowest pace in 19 months as factories maintain employment levels.

Global manufacturing growth remains lacklustre as 2025 draws to close

Output eases slightly as new orders stagnate and employment levels stabilise

India's manufacturing sector posts weakest improvement in 2 years

Its production hits a 38-month low as new orders softened.

Malaysian manufacturing shows resilience despite slowdown in orders

Employment rises at its third fastest pace on record as sector nears stabilisation.

South Korean manufacturing sector battles rising costs and weak demand

Output and orders declined for the second consecutive month.

Three trends the manufacturing industry must lean into in 2026

AI, private equity, and sustainability are worth keeping top-of-mind going forward.

India links advanced manufacturing growth to MSME digital transition

Workforce readiness, AI adoption will determine how fast MSMEs shift to digitally driven production.

AI cuts aerospace material development cycles by over 50%: report

AI-led simulation and materials design are helping manufacturers cut discovery timelines.

Weak infrastructure threatens Malaysia’s smart manufacturing ambitions

Epicor warns stronger connectivity, skills and support are vital for nationwide adoption.

Manufacturing leasing set to hit nearly half of India’s industrial and logistics demand

JLL projects that it will continue to expand to 33.7 million square feet by 2027.

Which sectors lead Singapore's manufacturing confidence gains?

The electronics and transport sectors were the most optimistic.

Global semiconductor industry sees strongest quarter with 15.8% chip sales growth

Worldwide semiconductor revenues reached £165bn in the third quarter, with September marking record monthly sales.

Southeast Asia emerges as world’s new industrial powerhouse: report

A Roland Berger report highlighted the region’s transformation from workshop to complete industrial ecosystem.