Archive · 1 Aug 2025
India Manufacturing Activity Hits 16-Month High in July
India's factories did more business in July, the most in over a year, according to a survey.
The survey, called PMI, was at 59.1.
This means that more products were made and sold.
However, businesses are not as optimistic because of worries about competition and rising prices.
Prices for materials and finished goods are up.
Though there was an increase in sales and production, hiring slowed down a bit.
India's manufacturing activity reached a 16-month high in July.
The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI rose to 59.1 in July.
New orders and overall sales increased significantly during the month.
Business confidence dropped to its lowest point in three years due to concerns.
Input and output prices remained elevated, indicating inflationary pressures.
- Who
- HSBC and S&P Global
- What
- India's manufacturing sector activity rose to a 16-month high.
- When
- July
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to expansion in output and new orders.
Economic Concerns
Positive Indicators
Economic outlook
Economic Concerns
Concerns over competition and inflation led to a decline in business confidence.
Positive Indicators
Expansion in new orders and sales indicates a positive economic outlook.
- PMI Value (July)
- 59.1
- Previous Month PMI
- 58.4
- Business Confidence
- Lowest in three years
- Main Headwinds
- Competition and Inflation
Sources
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