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India's Manufacturing PMI Eases to 54.7 in October Amid Strong Export Demand
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 07:48 AM
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India's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) declined to 54.7 in October, indicating continued expansion but at a slower pace, supported by robust export orders.
The Indian manufacturing sector continued to expand in October, although the pace of growth moderated compared to the previous month. The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) registered a reading of 54.7, down from its earlier high, signaling sustained business activity above the neutral threshold of 50.
Despite the easing in the overall index, the sector demonstrated resilience driven by strong external demand. Export orders remained a key pillar of support, reflecting continued confidence from global buyers in Indian manufacturing capabilities. This robust demand helped offset some of the softer signals in other components of the index.
The data suggests that while the momentum of expansion has slightly cooled, the underlying health of the manufacturing industry remains solid. The persistence of a PMI figure well above 50 indicates that businesses are still growing, adding to output, and maintaining operational stability.
Analysts view this trend as a positive indicator for the broader economic outlook, particularly given the strength in the export segment. The ability to maintain growth despite a slight deceleration highlights the sector's adaptability and strong demand base.
Despite the easing in the overall index, the sector demonstrated resilience driven by strong external demand. Export orders remained a key pillar of support, reflecting continued confidence from global buyers in Indian manufacturing capabilities. This robust demand helped offset some of the softer signals in other components of the index.
The data suggests that while the momentum of expansion has slightly cooled, the underlying health of the manufacturing industry remains solid. The persistence of a PMI figure well above 50 indicates that businesses are still growing, adding to output, and maintaining operational stability.
Analysts view this trend as a positive indicator for the broader economic outlook, particularly given the strength in the export segment. The ability to maintain growth despite a slight deceleration highlights the sector's adaptability and strong demand base.