A PMI over 50 signals expansion in the manufacturing sector.

Among the PMI sub-indices, the new orders index rose from the previous month and remained over the 50-point mark.

The production volume index also climbed and was over 50.

The employment index indicated growth for the fifteenth month in a row.

The delivery times index remained under 50.

The gauge of purchased inventories rose and was above the 50-point mark.