manufacturing sector News

March Sees Slight Uptick in Industrial Output Growth Amidst Emerging Challenges

Industrial output growth improved marginally in March, led by electricity and manufacturing sectors, but mining remained a drag. Experts highlight concerns over uneven domestic dem...

India's Industrial Output Sees Modest Growth of 3% in March, Fiscal Year 2024-25 Hits Four-Year Low at 4%

India's industrial output grew by 3% in March 2025, with the fiscal year 2024-25 recording a 4% growth, the lowest in four years. Sector-wise performances show a slowdown in manufa...

March Sees a Stunning 9.2% Surge in US Durable Goods Orders, Signaling Economic Resilience

In March, US durable goods orders experienced a significant 9.2% increase, with transportation equipment leading the surge. Excluding transportation, orders were stable, while defe...

April Sees a Significant Slowdown in US Private Sector Activity, Raising Economic Concerns

The US private sector showed a notable slowdown in April, with the PMI Composite Output Index hitting a 16-month low at 51.2. Service sector activity declined, while manufacturing ...

Germany's Economic Slowdown Deepens: Composite PMI Dips into Contraction in April

Germany's private sector activity declines in March with the Composite PMI Output Index dropping to 49.7, indicating contraction. The Services PMI hits a 14-month low, while manufa...

South Korea's Manufacturing Sector Faces Bleak Future in May, Semiconductors Shine as Lone Exception

South Korea's manufacturing sector, excluding semiconductors, is expected to face significant declines in May, with key indicators like production, domestic demand, and exports fal...

CEAT Leads the Charge for Gender Diversity in Manufacturing with Ambitious Goals

CEAT is pioneering gender diversity in the manufacturing sector with ambitious targets and inclusive policies, aiming for 25% women on the shop floor and 20% in leadership by 2027....

February's IIP Growth Slows to 2.9%, Marking the Lowest in Half a Year Amid Global Tensions

India's industrial production growth slowed to a six-month low of 2.9% in February, impacted by sluggish manufacturing and mining sectors and global tensions. Experts remain cautio...

UK Industrial Production Sees a Significant 1.5% Rise in February, Marking Economic Growth

The UK's industrial production rose by 1.5% in February, with manufacturing and electricity sectors leading the growth. Mining and quarrying saw a decline. Quarterly and annual com...

UK Industrial Production Surges by 1.5% in February, Signaling Economic Resilience

The UK's industrial production rose by 1.5% in February, with manufacturing and electricity & gas sectors leading the growth. Mining and quarrying, however, saw a decline. Over thr...

Germany's Industrial Output Takes a Hit: February Sees a 1.3% Monthly Decline

Germany's industrial production faced a downturn in February, with a 1.3% monthly decline and a 4% drop year-on-year. Key sectors like construction, food industry, and energy produ...

Germany's Industrial Output Takes a Hit: A 1.3% Drop in February Signals Economic Challenges

Germany's industrial production fell by 1.3% in February, with significant declines in construction, food industry, and energy production. The downturn reflects broader economic ch...

Germany's Industrial Sector Faces a Downturn: February Sees a 1.3% Drop in Production

Germany's industrial production fell by 1.3% in February, with significant declines in construction, food industry, and energy production. The sector faces a 4% drop compared to la...

Germany's Industrial Output Takes a Hit: February Sees a 1.3% Drop Amid Sector-Wide Declines

Germany's industrial production fell by 1.3% in February, with significant declines in construction, food industry, and energy production, highlighting sector-wide challenges.

Germany's Industrial Output Takes a Hit: February Sees a 1.3% Drop Across Key Sectors

Germany's industrial production fell by 1.3% in February, with significant declines in construction, food industry manufacturing, and energy production. Year-on-year, the drop was ...

Germany's Industrial Output Takes a Hit: A 1.3% Drop in February Signals Economic Challenges

Germany's industrial production fell by 1.3% in February, with significant declines in construction, food industry, and energy production. The report highlights a 4% drop compared ...

Unexpected Drop: German Industrial Output Falls by 1.3% in February Amid Economic Challenges

Germany's industrial production fell by 1.3% in February, with a 4.0% drop compared to last year, signaling potential economic challenges ahead. More details to follow.

German Factory Orders Hit a Standstill in February: What's Behind the Sudden Halt?

German factory orders unexpectedly stagnated in February, sparking concerns over the health of the manufacturing sector and its implications for the broader European economy.

US Manufacturing Sector Shows Resilience: Factory Orders Rise by 0.6% in February

The US manufacturing sector showed signs of growth in February with factory orders rising by 0.6% to $594.0 billion, surpassing expectations. Shipments and unfilled orders also inc...

February Sees a Surprising 0.6% Rise in US Factory Orders, Beating Expectations

US factory orders rose by 0.6% in February, surpassing expectations. Shipments and unfilled orders also saw increases, while inventories adjusted slightly, indicating a balanced de...

Germany's Manufacturing Sector Hits 31-Month High in March Amid Rebound in New Orders

Germany's manufacturing sector reached a 31-month high in March, with PMI at 48.3, driven by new orders and domestic sales. Growth was led by intermediate goods, while challenges i...

Wall Street Dips Premarket as Investors Weigh Tariff Impacts and Await Economic Data

Wall Street experienced premarket declines amid concerns over impending tariffs and anticipation of key economic data releases, including manufacturing sector activity and job open...

Japan's Industrial Sector Sees a 2.5% Surge in February, Signaling Economic Resilience

Japan's industrial output rose by 2.5% in February, showcasing the sector's strength and hinting at a positive economic trajectory amidst global challenges.

January Sees a Surprising 0.4% Growth in Canada's GDP, Led by Goods-Producing Industries

Canada's GDP grew by 0.4% in January, outperforming expectations, with goods-producing industries contributing significantly. The manufacturing and utilities sectors also showed no...

January Sees a Surprising 0.4% Growth in Canada's GDP, Led by Goods-Producing Industries

Canada's GDP grew by 0.4% in January, exceeding expectations, primarily driven by a 1.1% increase in goods-producing industries. The manufacturing sector and utilities also showed ...

India's Economic Miracle: How GDP Skyrocketed from $2.1T to $4.2T in a Decade

India's GDP has doubled from $2.1 trillion to $4.2 trillion in just 10 years, marking a significant milestone in its journey to becoming the world's third-largest economy. Despite ...

March Sees a Surge in US Business Activity Amidst Tariff Concerns and Manufacturing Dip

The US private sector saw a rise in activity in March, with the services sector hitting a three-month high, while manufacturing dipped. Concerns over tariffs and their impact on in...

Germany's Industrial Output Surges by 2% in January: A Sign of Economic Recovery?

Germany's industrial production in the manufacturing sector increased by 2% in January, with notable growth in automotive, food industry, and machine maintenance sectors. However, ...

Germany's Manufacturing Sector Sees a Promising 2% Surge in January

Germany's manufacturing sector experienced a 2% increase in industrial production in January, according to the Federal Statistical Office Destatis. This growth highlights the secto...

January Sees a Sharp 7% Drop in German Factory Orders, Signaling Economic Challenges

Germany's factory orders fell sharply by 7% in January, with significant declines in both domestic and foreign orders. The machinery and equipment sector was particularly affected,...

India's Economy to Thrive: Projected 6.5% GDP Growth in 2026 Amid Global Uncertainties

India's GDP is projected to grow at 6.5% in fiscal 2026, driven by a normal monsoon, stable commodity prices, and government initiatives. Despite global uncertainties, the manufact...

US Manufacturing Sector Sees a Surge: Factory Orders Jump 1.7% in January

US factory orders saw a significant increase of 1.7% in January, reaching $589.9 billion. This growth, in line with analysts' expectations, suggests a positive trend in the manufac...