United States Manufacturing PMI

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US Manufacturing Growth Slows to Decade Low
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI dropped to 50.6 in May 2019 from the previous month's 52.6 and below market expectations of 52.5, a preliminary estimate showed. The latest reading pointed to the weakest pace of expansion in the manufacturing sector since September 2009.
Published on 2019-05-23

US Manufacturing Activity Growth Revised Higher: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised higher to 52.6 in April 2019 from the previous month and preliminary reading of 52.4. The reading pointed to the second softest expansion in factory activity since June 2017.
Published on 2019-05-01

US Manufacturing Growth Holds Steady at Near 2-Year Low
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.4 in April 2019, unchanged from the previous month's near two-year low and below market expectations of 52.8, a preliminary estimate showed.
Published on 2019-04-18

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Slightly Lower
The IHS/Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised slightly lower to 52.4 in March of 2019 from a preliminary of 52.5 and 53 in February. The reading pointed to the slowest growth in factory activity since June of 2017, amid softer increases in output and new orders. Yet, Q1 average was the lowest since Q3 2017.
Published on 2019-04-01

US Factory Growth Lowest since 2017
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 52.5 in March of 2019 from 53 in February and below market expectations of 53.6, preliminary estimates showed. The reading pointed to the lowest expansion in factory activity since June of 2017 amid softer rises in output, new orders and employment. Also, the latest expansion of production volumes was only modest and the least marked since June 2016.
Published on 2019-03-22

US Factory Growth Revised Lower: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised lower to 53 in February of 2019 from a preliminary reading of 53.7 and 54.9 in January. The reading pointed to the lowest expansion in factory activity since August of 2017, amid slower rises in output and new orders. Notably, the increases were smaller than their respective long-run trends, with growth rates dipping to 17- and 20-month lows, respectively.
Published on 2019-03-01

US Factory Growth Lowest since 2017: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 53.7 in february of 2019 from 54.9 in January and below market expectations of 54.7, preliminary estimates showed. The reading pointed to the slowest growth in factory activity since September of 2017, amid soft client demand, partly linked to uncertainty across manufacturing supply chains and concerns about the global trade outlook. There were also some reports that adverse weather conditions had disrupted production schedules in February.
Published on 2019-02-21

US Manufacturing PMI Unrevised in January: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was confirmed at 54.9 in January of 2019, the same as in the preliminary estimate and higher than 53.8 in December. Output increased faster and domestic demand drove new business growth as new export orders rose only marginally. Job creation also accelerated and input cost inflation eased. Finally, business confidence about the year ahead reached the highest in three months.
Published on 2019-02-01

US Factory Growth Beats Forecasts
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 54.9 in January of 2019 from 53.8 in December, beating market expectations of 53.5, preliminary estimates showed. Production was the highest since May of 2018 and new orders, employment and stocks of purchases also rose faster. Moreover, business optimism increased sharply.
Published on 2019-01-24

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Lower to 15-Month Low: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 53.8 in December 2018, little-changed from a preliminary estimate of 53.9 and below November's final 55.3. The latest reading pointed to the weakest pace of expansion in the manufacturing sector since September 2017.
Published on 2019-01-02

US Factory Growth Lowest in Over a Year
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 53.9 in December of 2018 from 55.3 in November, below market expectations of 55.1. The reading pointed to the slowest expansion in factory activity since November of 2017, as new orders and employment rose at a slower pace, preliminary estimates showed. Also, the near-term outlook has become less favourable.
Published on 2018-12-14

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Lower: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised slightly down to 55.3 from a preliminary of 55.4 in November of 2018 and 55.7 in October. However, the reading indicated a solid improvement in the health of the sector that was above the series trend as new orders rose the most since May and job creation was also stronger. On the other hand, business confidence was the lowest since September of 2017 amid concerns over the sustainability of the current sequence of new order growth.
Published on 2018-12-03

US Manufacturing Growth Remains Solid: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 55.4 in November 2018 from 55.7 in the previous month and below market consensus of 55.7, a preliminary estimate showed. Output growth slowed to a three-month low while new orders rose the most in six months and the pace of job creation hit an 11-month high.
Published on 2018-11-23

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Down: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised down to 55.7 in October of 2018 from a preliminary of 55.9, but slightly higher than 55.6 in September. Figures still pointed to the strongest increase in factory activity in five months, mainly boosted by a sharp rise in new business which was the strongest in five months.
Published on 2018-11-01

US Manufacturing Growth at 5-Month High: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.9 in October of 2018 from 55.6 in September, beating market expectations of 55.5, preliminary estimates showed. The reading pointed to the strongest expansion in factory activity since May, boosted by increases in new business and job creation offsetting a slowdown in output growth.
Published on 2018-10-24

US Manufacturing PMI Confirmed at 4-Month High: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.6 in September of 2018 from 54.7 in August, matching the preliminary estimate. The reading pointed to the strongest growth in factory activity in four months, driven by sharper rises in output and new orders, though new business from abroad continued to expand at only a marginal pace. Also, the average for the third quarter was strong overall but signaled the softest expansion since the fourth quarter of 2017.
Published on 2018-10-01

US Factory Growth at 4-Month High
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.6 in September of 2018 from 54.7 in August, beating market expectations of 55. The reading pointed to the strongest expansion in manufacturing in four months, mainly boosted by faster increases in output and new orders, preliminary figures showed.
Published on 2018-09-21

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Higher: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised higher to 54.7 in August of 2018 from a preliminary of 54.5 but remained below 55.3 in July. The reading pointed to the slowest expansion in factory activity since November as rates of output and new order growth eased although remained solid. On the other hand, business confidence reached the highest in three months.
Published on 2018-09-04

US Factory Growth At 9-Month Low
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 54.5 in August of 2018 from 55.3 in July, slightly below market expectations of 55, preliminary estimates showed. The reading pointed to the slowest expansion in the manufacturing sector in nine months as output, new business, employment and capacity pressures moderated.
Published on 2018-08-23

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Down: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI edged down to 55.3 in July of 2018 from a preliminary of 55.5 and 55.4 in June. The reading pointed to the slowest expansion in factory activity in five months amid weaker rises in output and employment and higher inflationary pressures while export sales fell for the second month in a row.
Published on 2018-08-01

US Factory Growth Slightly Higher than Expected: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI edged up to 55.5 in July of 2018 from 55.4 in June and above market expectations of 55.4, flash estimates showed. The reading pointed to a slightly stronger growth of the manufacturing sector amid a robust rise in new orders and a solid upturn in both production volumes and employment.
Published on 2018-07-24

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Higher: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised higher to 55.4 in June of 2018 from a preliminary of 54.6. Still, the reading fell from 56.4 in May, pointing to the slowest growth in factory activity in four months. Output and new orders both expanded at the slowest rates since November 2017. Meanwhile, the effects of tariffs were widely cited as contributing to another sharp rise in input prices, while suppliers’ delivery times lengthened to the greatest extent since the series began. Average charges rose at the second-fastest rate since June of 2011.
Published on 2018-07-02

US Factory Growth at 7-Month Low: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 54.6 in June of 2018 from 56.4 in May, well below market expectations of 56.5. The reading pointed to the slowest expansion in factory activity in 7 months, following the strong growth rates seen in recent months, preliminary estimates showed. New work rose the least since September last year, partly reflecting a slight drop in export sales.
Published on 2018-06-22

US Manufacturing Growth Remains Solid in May
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 56.4 in May 2018, little-changed from the preliminary estimate of 56.6 and April's final 56.5. The reading marked the second-strongest improvement in the health of the manufacturing sector since September 2014, reflecting sharp expansions in output and new orders.
Published on 2018-06-01

US Manufacturing Growth Highest since 2014
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI edged up to 56.6 in May of 2018 from 56.5 in April, slightly above market expectations of 56.5, preliminary estimates showed. The reading pointed to the strongest growth rate in factory activity since September of 2014 amid faster rises in production and incoming new business due to improving economic conditions and a continued recovery in domestic sales.
Published on 2018-05-23

US Manufacturing Growth Confirmed at 3-1/2-Year High
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI stood at 56.5 in April 2018, unchanged from the preliminary estimate and above March's final 55.6. The reading pointed to the strongest pace of expansion in the manufacturing sector since September 2014, supported by quicker rates of output and new order growth and a greater deterioration in vendor performance.
Published on 2018-05-01

US Factory Growth Highest Since 2014: PMI
The IHS Markit Manufacturing PMI rose to 56.5 in April of 2018 from 55.6 in March, beating market expectations of 55. The reading pointed to the fastest expansion in the manufacturing sector since September of 2014 amid marked growth in output and new orders while vendor performance deteriorated at a faster pace.
Published on 2018-04-23

US Manufacturing Growth Strongest in 3 Years: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 55.6 in March 2018, little-changed from a preliminary estimate of 55.7 and above February's 55.3. Still, the reading pointed to the strongest pace of expansion in the manufacturing sector since March 2015, as output and new orders continued to grow markedly and business confidence hit the highest level since February 2015.
Published on 2018-04-02

US Factory Growth Highest in 3 Years
The IHS Markit Manufacturing PMI for the US edged up to 55.7 in March of 2018 from 55.3 in February, beating market expectations of 55.5. The reading pointed to the fastest expansion in the manufacturing sector in 3 years, preliminary estimates showed. Stronger contributions came from employment, inventories and suppliers’ delivery times.
Published on 2018-03-22

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Down in February: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 55.3 in February of 2018 from 55.5 in January and lower than 55.9 in the preliminary estimate. Although the reading pointed to a slower expansion in factory activity and below January’s 34-month high, the overall improvement in operating conditions across the manufacturing sector was one of the strongest recorded since late-2014.
Published on 2018-03-01

US Factory Growth Highest Since 2014: PMI
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.9 in February of 2018 from 55.5 in January and beating market forecasts of 55.4. The reading pointed to the strongest expansion in the manufacturing sector since October of 2014, mainly boosted by new business and employment, preliminary estimates showed.
Published on 2018-02-21

US Factory Growth Confirmed at Near 3-Year High: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was confirmed at 55.5 in January of 2018, the same as in the preliminary estimate and above 55.1 in December. The reading pointed to the strongest expansion in factory activity since March of 2015 as production and new orders grew the most in twelve months; purchasing activity rose at steepest pace since September of 2014 and input price inflation eased.
Published on 2018-02-01

US Factory Growth at Near 3-Year High: PMI
The IHS Markit Manufacturing PMI for the US rose to 55.5 in January of 2018 from 55.1 in December and slightly above market expectations of 55, preliminary estimates showed. The reading pointed to the strongest expansion in factory activity since March of 2015 amid faster rises in production volumes and incoming new work. Also, export sales expanded the most since August of 2016 and more favourable demand conditions encouraged another robust rise in employment, although the rate of job creation eased slightly from December’s 39-month peak.
Published on 2018-01-24

US Factory Growth Highest Since 2015: PMI
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI went up to 55.1 in December of 2017 from 53.9 in November and above a preliminary of 55. The reading pointed to the fastest expansion in factory activity since March of 2015 as high client demand boosted output and new orders and job creation was the strongest since September of 2014.
Published on 2018-01-02

US Factory Activity Growth at 11-Month High
The IHS Manrkit US Manufacturing PMI increased to 55 in December of 2017 from 53.9 in November and beating market expectations. The reading pointed to the fastest expansion in manufacturing since January amid sharper increases in production, new orders and employment.
Published on 2017-12-14

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Slightly Up: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised marginally higher to 53.9 in November of 2017 from a preliminary reading of 53.8 but remained below 54.6 in October. Output, new orders, employment all rose at a softer pace while signs of capacity pressures persisted, with backlogs of work increasing again. In addition, cost pressures intensified with output inflation reaching the highest since December of 2013. On the other hand, business confidence was the strongest since January of 2016.
Published on 2017-12-01

US Factory Growth Below Expectations: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 53.8 in November of 2017 from a nine-month high of 54.6 in October and below market expectations of 54.8. Stocks of finished goods declined for the first time since March amid capacity pressures and cost inflation was one of the highest in five years due to rising raw material costs and strong demand for inputs, flash figures showed.
Published on 2017-11-24

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Marginally Higher: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised slightly higher to 54.6 in October of 2017 from a preliminary of 54.5 and 53.1 in September. It is the highest reading since January due to a stronger growth in output and new orders. Also, export sales rose the most since August of 2016 and job creation was the strongest in 28 months.
Published on 2017-11-01

US Factory Activity Growth at 9-Month High: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 54.5 in October of 2017 from 53.1 in September, beating market expectations of 53.5. The reading pointed to the biggest expansion in factory activity since January as production and new orders rose faster and job creation was the strongest since June of 2015, flash estimates showed.
Published on 2017-10-24

US September Manufacturing PMI Revised Up to 53.1
The seasonally adjusted IHS Markit final US Manufacturing PMI came in at 53.1 in September 2017, up slightly from the flash reading of 53 and compared with 52.8 in August. Employment expanded at the fastest pace since December 2016 and production continued to rise while new order growth softened.
Published on 2017-10-02

US Factory Activity Continues to Improve in September
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI edged up to 53 in September from 52.8 in August, matching expectations, flash estimates showed. Job creation was the strongest so far this year while output growth was steady at August's 14-month low, new orders slowed and input price inflation accelerated.
Published on 2017-09-22

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Higher: Markit
The IHS Markit Manufacturing PMI for the United States was revised higher to 52.8 in August of 2017 from a preliminary reading of 52.5 but below 53.3 in July. Production rose the least since June of 2016; exports dragged on order book growth and both input and output prices increased faster. On the other hand, job gains were the highest in six months.
Published on 2017-09-01

US Factory Growth Slows in August: PMI
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 52.5 in August of 2017 from 53.3 in July, below market expectations of 53.3, flash estimates showed. Production volumes rose the least in over a year.
Published on 2017-08-23

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Higher in July: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI rose to 53.3 in July of 2017 from a preliminary of 53.2 and 52 in June, final figures showed. It is the highest reading in four months as growth in output and new orders rebounded and inflationary pressures were muted.
Published on 2017-08-01

US Factory Growth At 4-Month High: Markit
The IHS Markit Flash US Manufacturing PMI increased to 53.2 in July of 2017 from 52 in June, beating market expectations of 52.1. It is the highest value in four months as output, new orders, employment and stocks of inputs rose faster.
Published on 2017-07-24

US Manufacturing Growth Slows To 9-Month Low: Markit
The seasonally adjusted IHS Markit final US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52 in June 2017, slightly below the earlier flash estimate of 52.1 and compared with May's final reading of 52.7. The figure pointed to the weakest pace of expansion since September last year, as output, new business and employment growth slowed.
Published on 2017-07-03

US Factory Growth At 9-Month Low: PMI
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 52.1 in June of 2017 from 52.7 in May and well below market expectations of 53, flash estimates showed. It is the lowest reading since September of 2016 as output and new business growth slowed, offsetting stronger contributions from job creation and inventory building.
Published on 2017-06-23

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Up In May
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI edged down to 52.7 in May of 2017 from 52.8 in April but higher than a preliminary 52.5. It is the lowest reading in 8 months amid a moderate rise in new business and subdued increases in output and employment while input cost inflation slowed, final figures showed.
Published on 2017-06-01

US Factory Activity Growth At 8-Month Low: Markit
The IHS Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 52.5 in May of 2017 from 52.8 in April, below market expectations of 53, flash figures showed. It is the lowest reading since September of 2016, driven by softer growth of output, new orders and employment.
Published on 2017-05-23

US Factory Activity Growth Confirmed At 7-Month Low
The seasonally adjusted Markit final US Manufacturing PMI fell to 52.8 in April 2017 from 53.3 in March, in line with the preliminary estimate. It was the lowest reading since September 2016, as a slowdown in output and new business growth more than offset a slight rebound in job creation.
Published on 2017-05-01

US Factory Activity Growth Lowest in 7 Months
The Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 52.8 in April of 2017 from 53.3 in March and well below market expectations of 53.5, flash figures showed. It is the lowest reading since September of 2016, indicating another slowdown in manufacturing growth from the near two-year high in January, mainly due slower expansion in output and new orders.
Published on 2017-04-21

US Manufacturing PMI Revised Down In March
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell to 53.3 in March of 2017 from a preliminary reading of 53.4 and a final of 54.2 in February. It is the lowest reading in six months as output, new orders and payrolls rose at a slower pace.
Published on 2017-04-03

US Manufacturing PMI Down To 5-Month Low: Markit
The Markit flash US manufacturing PMI fell to 53.4 in March of 2017 from 54.2 in February and well below expectations of 54.8. It is the lowest reading since October of 2016, mainly due to a slowdown in new orders and lower stocks while input cost inflation picked up.
Published on 2017-03-24

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Down
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI was revised slightly down to 54.2 in February of 2017 from a preliminary reading of 54.3 and 55 in January. Production eased from January's 22-month high, strong domestic demand offset subdued export sales and cost inflation continued to rise.
Published on 2017-03-01

US Factory Activity Growth Slows: Markit
The Flash Markit US Manufacturing PMI decreased to 54.3 in February of 2017 from a near 2-year high of 55 in January. Figures came below market expectations of 55.3, mainly due to softer output and new order growth.
Published on 2017-02-21

US Markit Manufacturing PMI At Near 2-Year High
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI fell slightly to 55 in January of 2017 from a preliminary of 55.1 but was above 54.3 in the previous month. It is the highest reading since March of 2015 amid robust output and new order growth. Confidence regarding the year-ahead business outlook was the strongest since March 2016.
Published on 2017-02-01

US Factory Activity Growth At Near 2-Year High: Markit
The Flash Markit Manufacturing PMI in the United States increased to 55.1 in January of 2017 from 54.3 in the previous month, beating market expectations of 54.5. It is the highest reading since March of 2015 as new work boosted output and purchasing activity while growth in new export work remained muted and employment eased.
Published on 2017-01-24

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Up In December
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI increased to 54.3 in December of 2016 from a preliminary reading of 54.2 and 54.1 in November. It is the highest value since March of 2015, boosted by rises in new orders and production volumes and the fastest upturn in payroll numbers since June of 2015.
Published on 2017-01-03

US Factory Activity Growth At 21-Month High: Markit
The seasonally adjusted Markit Flash US Manufacturing PMI rose to 54.2 in December 2016 from 54.1 in the previous month and in line with market expectations. It was the strongest reading since March 2015, as employment rose further and stocks of inputs accumulated at the fastest pace since the survey began in May 2007.
Published on 2016-12-15

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised UP
The Final US Markit Manufacturing PMI increased to 54.1 in November of 2016 from 53.4 in October and above flash estimates of 53.9. It is the strongest reading since October last year as output rose the most in 20 months, payrolls increased and cost inflation slowed.
Published on 2016-12-01

US Manufacturing PMI at 13-Month High
The flash Markit US Manufacturing PMI increased to 53.9 in November of 2016 from 53.4 in October and above expectations of 53.4. It is the highest reading since October last year as output growth and new orders accelerated and inventories increased.
Published on 2016-11-23

US Factory Activity Growth at 1-Year High: Markit
The final IHS Markit Manufacturing PMI for the US increased to 53.4 in October 2016 from 51.5 in September and slightly better than the earlier flash reading of 53.2. It was the highest figure since October last year, as both production and new orders expanded at a faster pace and employment rose for the fortieth month in a row. Meanwhile, cost inflation went up to highest level for two years.
Published on 2016-11-01

US Factory Activity Growth at 12-Month High: Markit
The flash IHS Markit Manufacturing PMI for the US increased to 53.2 in October of 2016 from 51.5 in September, beating market expectations of 51.5. It is the highest figure since October last year, boosted by stronger output and new business growth.
Published on 2016-10-24

US Manufacturing Growth Slows to a 3-Month Low
The seasonally adjusted Markit final US Manufacturing PMI fell to 51.5 in September 2016 from 52 in the previous month, but better than the earlier flash reading of 51.4. It was the weakest reading in three months, as output and new orders expanded at a slower pace while new export sales dropped for the first time in four months.
Published on 2016-10-03

US Factory Activity Growth Slows More than Expected
The flash Markit manufacturing PMI for the United States declined to 51.4 in September of 2016 from 52 in August and below market expectations of 51.9. New business growth eased further, output slowed and export orders fell for the first time in four months while payrolls increased.
Published on 2016-09-23

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Down
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52 in August of 2016, down from 52.1 in the preliminary estimate and 52.9 in July. Output growth was unchanged from July’s eight-month high while new orders and employment slowed and input price inflation eased.
Published on 2016-09-01

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Lower than Expected
The Markit Flash US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.1 in August of 2016, down from 52.9 in the previous month and lower than market expectations of 52.7. Production continued to expand although new orders growth slowed despite a faster increase in export sales and job creation also eased.
Published on 2016-08-23

US Manufacturing Output Growth Up to 8-Month High
The seasonally adjusted Markit final U.S. Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.9 in July 2016, up from 51.3 in the previous month and unchanged from the earlier flash reading. It was the highest value since October last year, mainly driven by stronger rates of output, new order and employment growth.
Published on 2016-08-01

US Markit manufacturing PMI at 9-Month High
The Markit Flash US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.9 in July of 2016, up from 51.3 in June and much better than market expectations of 51.6. It is the highest reading since October last year as output and new business growth accelerated and payrolls rose the most in 12 months.
Published on 2016-07-22

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Slightly Down
The final Markit Manufacturing PMI for the United States came in at 51.3 in June of 2016, slightly below a preliminary reading of 51.4 but above 50.7 in May. Yet, it is still the highest reading in three months. Production increased and new business grew the most since March while payroll numbers expanded moderately and stocks of purchases fell further.
Published on 2016-07-01

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Beats Expectations
The flash Markit Manufacturing PMI in the United States came in at 51.4 in June of 2016, up from 50.7 in the previous month and beating market expectations of 50.8. It is the highest figure in three months. New business growth accelerated helped by fastest rise in export sales since September of 2014 and output levels increased.
Published on 2016-06-23

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Slightly UP
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 50.7 in May of 2016, slightly up from 50.5 in the preliminary estimate but down from 50.8 in the previous month. It is the lowest figure since September of 2009 as output fell for the first time in more than 6-1/2-years, new work expanded at the slowest pace since December last year while job growth picked up and input cost inflation accelerated to a nine-month high.
Published on 2016-06-01

US Factory Activity Slows Further to Fresh 2009-Low
The Markit Flash US Manufacturing PMI came in at 50.5 in May of 2016, lower than 50.8 in April and below market expectations of 51. Production declined for the first time since September of 2009 and new orders expanded at the slowest pace so far this year.
Published on 2016-05-23

US Factory Activity Growth at 2009-Low
The final Markit Manufacturing PMI for the United States came in at 50.8 in April of 2016, matching preliminary estimates and down from 51.5 in the previous month. It is the lowest reading since September of 2009 as production and job creation grew marginally, new business expanded at the slowest pace so far this year, input cost increased while output prices decreased further.
Published on 2016-05-02

US Factory Activity Growth Weakest Since 2009
The flash Markit Manufacturing PMI for the United States came in at 50.8 in April of 2016, down from 51.5 in the previous month and below market expectations of 52. It is the lowest reading since September of 2009 as production almost stagnated, new business growth slowed and job creation was the weakest since June of 2013.
Published on 2016-04-22

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Slightly Up
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 51.5 in March of 2016, slightly up from a preliminary reading of 51.4 and 51.3 in the previous month, boosted by a rise in new work and sustained employment.
Published on 2016-04-01

US Factory Activity Rises Slightly
The flash Markit manufacturing PMI for the United States came in at 51.4 in March of 2016, slightly up from 51.3 in the previous month but lower than market expectations of 51.8. Output and new business increased at a slightly faster pace than in February while factory gate prices decreased for the second straight month.
Published on 2016-03-22

US Markit Manufacturing PMI Revised Slightly Up
The final Markit US manufacturing PMI came in at 51.3 in February of 2016, higher than a preliminary reading of 51 but the second-lowest reading since October of 2012. Growth in production volumes slowed to a 28-month low, job growth moderated to a five-month low and producer prices recorded the biggest decline since June of 2012.
Published on 2016-03-01

US Factory Activity at 3-Year Low
The flash Markit manufacturing PMI for the United States came in at 51 in February of 2016, down from 52.4 in the previous month and below market expectations of 52.3. It is the lowest figure since November of 2012 due to softer rates of output, new business and employment growth while factory gate prices recorded the fastest drop since mid-2012.
Published on 2016-02-22

US Factory Activity Growth Revised Down Slightly: Markit
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.4 in January of 2016, down from a preliminary reading of 52.7 but higher than 51.2 in the previous month. Output and new orders rose at faster pace while job creation slowed, reflecting manufacturer’s heightened uncertainty about the economic outlook. Some firms noted that the strong dollar continued to act as a growth headwind, especially in terms of export sales.
Published on 2016-02-01

US Factory Activity Growth Accelerates in January
The flash Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.7 in January of 2016 from 51.2 in the previous month and better than market expectations. Output and new business increased at a faster rate while job creation eased to a 4-month low.
Published on 2016-01-22

US Markit PMI Slightly Below Expectations
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 51.2 in December of 2015, lower than a preliminary reading of 51.3 and a final of 52.8 in the previous month. It is the lowest figure since October of 2012 as output and new business growth slowed and input costs declined again.
Published on 2016-01-04

US Factory Activity Growth at 3-Year Low
The Markit flash US Manufacturing PMI fell to 51.3 in December of 2015 from 52.8 in the previous month. It is the weakest figure since November of 2012 as new order index was the lowest since September 2009 and production volumes rose the least since October 2013.
Published on 2015-12-16

US Markit Manufacturing PMI At 25-Month Low
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.8 in November of 2015, slightly higher than 52.6 in the preliminary estimate, but below 54.1 reported in October. It is the lowest figure in 25 months as output, new orders and employment all expanded at slower rates while average cost burdens decreased for the third month.
Published on 2015-12-01

US Factory Activity at 2-Year Low
The Markit flash US Manufacturing PMI came in at 52.6 in November of 2015, down from 54.1 in October and the lowest since October of 2013. Figures came well below market expectations as job growth slowed and strong dollar and weaker global demand hurt new export orders.
Published on 2015-11-23

US Factory Activity Growth At 6-Month High
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 54.1 in October of 2015, better than a preliminary reading of 54 and higher than 53.1 in September. Output and new orders grew the most since March, employment also rose at a faster pace while input costs continued its downward trend.
Published on 2015-11-02

US Factory Activity at 5-Month High
The flash Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 54 in October of 2015, up from 53.1 in September, beating market expectations. New orders went up boosted by domestic demand, job creation was the strongest since July and input costs fell for the second straight month.
Published on 2015-10-23

Markit Manufacturing PMI Rises Slightly in September
U.S. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index rose slightly to 53.1 in September from 53.0 in August, which marked the lowest level since October 2013. The September level was also up from a preliminary reading of 53.0.
Published on 2015-10-01

US Factory Activity Matches Expectations
The flash Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 53 in September of 2015, the same as in August and in line with market forecasts. Yet, manufacturing output growth remained at a 22-month low as new work and employment slowed while prices fell for the first time in three years.
Published on 2015-09-23

US Factory Activity at 22-Month Low
The final Markit Manufacturing PMI in the United States came in at 53 in August, slightly better than a preliminary reading of 52.9 but down from 53.80 in July of 2015. It is the lowest figure since October of 2013 as output, new orders and job creation all slowed.
Published on 2015-09-01

US Factory Activity at 2-Year Low
The Flash Markit Manufacturing PMI in the US unexpectedly dropped to 52.9 in August from a final reading of 53.8 in July. It is the lowest figure since October of 2013 as output, new orders and employment all grew at a slower pace.
Published on 2015-08-21

US Factory Activity Growth Slightly Up in July
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 53.8 in July, the same as preliminary reading of 53.8 but above 20-month low of 53.6 registered in June.
Published on 2015-08-03

US Factory Activity Edges Up in July
The Markit Flash U.S. Manufacturing PMI increased slightly to 53.8 in July from a 20-month low of 53.6 in June, better than market expectations. Although job creation slowed to its lowest since April, output and new business increased at a faster pace.
Published on 2015-07-24

US Factory Activity Lowest Since October 2013
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 53.6 in June, slightly better than preliminary reading of 53.4 but still below 54 registered in May.
Published on 2015-07-01

US Factory Activity at 20-Month Low
The Markit Flash U.S. Manufacturing PMI decreased for the third consecutive month to 53.4 in June, the lowest since October of 2013. While output growth slowed, new business picked up slightly and job creation rose to its highest since November of 2014.
Published on 2015-06-23

US Factory Activity at 4-Month Low
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 54 in May, slightly better than preliminary reading of 53.8 but below 54.1 registered in April. It is the lowest figure since January as new order volumes grew at the weakest pace in 16 months.
Published on 2015-06-01

US Factory Activity at 16-Month Low
The Markit Flash U.S. Manufacturing PMI decreased for the second consecutive month to 53.8 in May from 54.1 in April as slower new order growth offset faster job creation. Is the smallest figure since January of 2014.
Published on 2015-05-21

US Factory Activity Growth Slows in April
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 54.1 in April, slightly lower than preliminary reading of 54.2 and below 54.7 registered in March.
Published on 2015-05-01

US Factory Activity Slows in April
The Markit Flash U.S. Manufacturing PMI decreased to 54.2 in April from 55.7 in March as output and new business growth slowed down.
Published on 2015-04-23

US Factory Activity Confirmed at 5-Month High
The final Markit US Manufacturing PMI came in at 55.7 in March, up from a preliminary 55.3 and 55.1 in February, driven by higher output and employment.
Published on 2015-04-01