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01.03.202622:00:00UTC+00Australia’s Manufacturing Momentum Eases as S&P Global PMI Slips to 51.0 in February

Australia’s manufacturing sector lost a touch of momentum in February, with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI edging down to 51.0 from January’s 51.5 reading. Despite the decline, the latest figure—updated on 1 March 2026—remains above the 50-point threshold, signaling that the sector is still in expansion territory.

The moderation from 51.5 to 51.0 suggests growth in Australian manufacturing continues, but at a slightly slower pace than earlier in the year. While the PMI level indicates ongoing improvement in business conditions, the softer reading may prompt investors and policymakers to watch closely for any further signs of cooling in the months ahead.

With both the previous and current indicators recorded in February 2026, the latest data hint at a manufacturing recovery that is intact but fragile, underscoring the importance of domestic and global demand trends for sustaining Australia’s industrial outlook.

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