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ITALY DATA
The February Italian manufacturing PMI came in below consensus expectations at 48.7 (49.1 cons, 48.5 prior), in contrast to Spain earlier today. This was nonetheless the highest reading since March 2023 (though the index has remained below 50 since then).
Red Sea disruptions were again noted, but seemingly to a lesser extent than in the Spanish survey.
Key notes from the release:
- "New business placed at Italian manufacturers fell moderately in February"..."companies blamed the unfavourable geopolitical climate and weak demand conditions for the latest downturn".
- "Geopolitical issues also contributed to falling new export orders".
- As in January: "Confidence was linked to new client acquisitions and the expectation that the economic and geopolitical climate will improve over the coming year".
- "Shorter delivery times for purchased inputs were reported by firms in February. Vendor performance improved only fractionally, however, as firms continued to report delays due to the disruption in the Rea Sea".
- "The latest data showed input prices falling again"..."a drop in raw material prices led suppliers to revise price lists in February. In response, companies also reduced charges, albeit only marginally".
Why MNI
MNI is the leading provider
of intelligence and analysis on the Global Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange and Energy markets. We use an innovative combination of real-time analysis, deep fundamental research and journalism to provide unique and actionable insights for traders and investors. Our "All signal, no noise" approach drives an intelligence service that is succinct and timely, which is highly regarded by our time constrained client base.Our Head Office is in London with offices in Chicago, Washington and Beijing, as well as an on the ground presence in other major financial centres across the world.
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