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India manufacturing PMI rises to 55.1 in September

2026-10-01 · 1 source · Business Standard Economy & Policy

In short

India’s manufacturing PMI climbed to 55.1 in September from 52.8 in August. That is the highest reading in seven months.

New orders grew the fastest since February, and exports and output also sped up. The report does not say whether this will continue.

What the reporting says

India’s HSBC Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.1 in September from 52.8 in August, reaching a seven-month high. The publisher-supplied summary said new orders grew at their fastest pace since February, while exports and output also accelerated. The reporting does not say how long the momentum will last or whether it will change policy or earnings.

Why it matters

India’s HSBC Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.1 in September from 52.8 in August, marking a seven-month high. New orders expanded at their fastest pace since February, and both exports and output improved. The reading is a positive signal for factories and related companies, but the source does not say whether the strength will carry into the next month or affect government policy.

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