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Japan machine tool orders nearly unchanged in 2024
This is the second consecutive year that orders fell below JPY1.5t.
Japan machine tool orders nearly unchanged in 2024
This is the second consecutive year that orders fell below JPY1.5t.
China's industrial production sustains growth with strong manufacturing performance
Value-added of its manufacturing sector went up by 6.9%.
Global semiconductor sales up almost 18% in January
Annual sales increased in Asia Pacific and 3 other regions except Europe.
China auto output, sales see double-digit growth in February
Total car production surpassed 2.1 million units
India posts slowest manufacturing growth since December 2023
Despite this, expansion in production and sales remained robust.
Clean tech struggles as investment declines and costs rise
Decreasing clean tech funding is forcing businesses to reassess sustainability strategies.
Vietnam PMI remains in contraction in February
Weak demand causes decline in new orders and production
Indonesia's manufacturing growth accelerates further in February
Production has risen at the strongest pace since May.
Malaysia records highest manufacturing growth in 8 months
Movement signals shift in more stable business conditions.
Thailand factory activity rebounds in February
Backlogs continue to rise as new order inflows are broadly stable.
Myanmar stays in contraction in February as operating conditions deteriorate
But the pace of decline eased, S&P Global noted.
Philippine manufacturing activity softens in February
Slowed growth in new orders and production led to a modest increase in purchasing
Taiwan manufacturing growth accelerates in February
Business confidence at an 8-month high.
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.
DeepSeek disrupts AI chip market with low-cost model
Cheaper AI infrastructure sparks overcapacity concerns among chipmakers.
Procurement, logistics roles in demand for HK manufacturing in 2025
Companies are increasingly adopting nearshoring strategies in Asia to diversify supply chains and minimise geopolitical risks.
