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Japan business activity expands for 9th successive month despite softer PMI

PMI eased to 51.5 in December, but new demand and hiring strengthened.
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Japan business activity expands for 9th successive month despite softer PMI

PMI eased to 51.5 in December, but new demand and hiring strengthened.
4 days ago

Singapore manufacturing activity rises at start of 4th quarter

Output growth accelerates amidst a sharp rise in new business.

PMI signals slowest global growth since January

Business optimism falls to its lowest level in four years.

Philippine manufacturing growth steady at 51.2 PMI in August

However, employment and purchasing activity have waned.

Manufacturing PMI in Malaysia remains stable at 49.7 in August

Conditions likely to stay subdued in the short term.

Indonesia manufacturing PMI hits 13-month low

A slower growth rate was recorded for new orders and output.

Malaysia's manufacturing sector to grow in H2 despite dip in June indicator

However, business sentiment has declined for the fifth consecutive month, which could impact optimism.

China's manufacturing growth hits 3-year high in June

But businesses are challenged by lower confidence and expectations.

S&P sees resilient expansion for APAC manufacturing in 2024

5G, AI, electric cars are the sector’s top growth drivers over the medium term.

China’s manufacturing sector bounces back in November

Weak global environment continued to drag new export businesses.

Japan’s factory activity slumps for sixth straight month in November

Job cuts are still ongoing in the manufacturing industry.