PMI

December 2, 2024 9:07 PM

India’s manufacturing PMI dips to 56.5 in November but remains in expansion zone

India's manufacturing sector showcased resilience in November despite mounting cost pressures and fierce competition. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) stood at 56.5, slipping from October's 57.5 and matching an 11-month low. However, the PMI remained well above the 50-mark threshold, signaling continued expansion in the sector. A robust demand environment drove growth in sales and output, but escalating costs and competitive pressures tempered th...

India’s services sector growth hits lowest level since November 2023

India's services sector growth, measured by new business, international sales, and output, has slowed to its lowest rate since November 2023, according to the HSBC India Services PMI released on Friday. The survey, compiled by S&P Global, indicates that while the performance of the sector remains historically strong, the growth rate has moderated. In September, the index value was above the neutral mark of 50.0, falling from 60.9 in August to 57.7. This decline signals a softer, yet still r...