The PMI was below the 50-point threshold, signalling a contraction in the manufacturing sector.

Among the PMI sub-indices, the new orders index climbed 1.9 pp and was still over the 50-point mark.

The production volume index rose 2.3 pp and indicated an expansion.

The employment index fell 0.8 pp and was under the 50 threshold.

The delivery times index edged up 0.7 pp but was below the 50-point mark.

The gauge of purchased inventories was up 1.5 pp and showed an expansion.