The PMI stayed over the 50-point threshold, signalling an expansion in the manufacturing sector.

Among the PMI sub-indices, the new orders index rose 6.1 pp and was over the 50-point mark.

The production volume index increased 3.3 pp and indicated an expansion.

The employment index edged up 0.7pp and was over the 50 threshold.

The delivery times index fell 3.2 pp and was below the 50-point mark.

The gauge of purchased inventories rose 1.2 pp and indicated expansion.