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

Among the PMI sub-indices, the new orders index rose 5.2 pp and was over the 50-point mark.

The production volume index climbed 1.6 pp and indicated an expansion.

The employment index rose 1 pp, inching over the 50 threshold.

The delivery times index rose 1.3 pp but was still under the 50-point mark.

The gauge of purchased inventories fell 1.5 pp but still indicated expansion.