US EditionManufacturing PMI® at 49.1%; September 2025 ISM® Manufacturing PMI® Report
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US manufacturing slowdown continues for 7th straight month
The US manufacturing sector contracted for a seventh consecutive month in September, though at a slightly slower pace, with the ISM index rising to 49.1 from 48.7 in August. Production improved, but declines in new orders and inventories offset gains. Survey respondents cited low business sentiment, blaming tariffs for higher costs and ongoing pressure on manufacturers.
Tariffs weigh on U.S. manufacturing in September; hiring remains subdued
WASHINGTON, D.C. October 2, 2025 — U.S. manufacturing activity edged up in September, though new orders and employment were subdued as factories grappled with the fallout from President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) survey and other private-label data will assume greater importance among investors seeking to assess the health of the economy after the U.S. government shutdown at midnight on Tuesday, de…
Manufacturing PMI hits best level since February in September
The U.S. manufacturing sector contracted for the seventh consecutive month during September, although it did so at a slightly slower pace thanks to improved demand and production.The Institute of Supply Management (ISM) manufacturing index rose to 49.1 points last month, slightly above 48.7 points recorded in August.However, despite the slight improvement, the figure remained below the 50-point threshold separating expansion from contraction.“In…
US Manufacturing Sector Remains in Contraction
US factory activity contracted for the seventh consecutive month in September, signalling ongoing challenges for the manufacturing sector. The latest data reflects a decrease in orders, adding to evidence that manufacturing activity is struggling to gain momentum. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported that its manufacturing index edged up slightly by 0.4 points to 49.1 in September. However, a reading below 50 still indicates contra…
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