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2026.06.3013:45:00UTC+00Chicago PMI Cools Sharply in June, Signals Slower Midwest Manufacturing Momentum

The Chicago Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell notably in June 2026, pointing to a moderation in manufacturing and business activity in the U.S. Midwest. The index declined to 56.7 in June from 62.7 in May 2026, according to data updated on 30 June 2026.

While a PMI reading above 50 still indicates expansion, the six-point drop suggests that growth in the region’s manufacturing and related sectors is losing some steam after a strong May performance. The cooling momentum could reflect easing order books, slower production, or more cautious business sentiment, although specific drivers were not detailed in the latest release.

Investors and analysts often watch the Chicago PMI as an early barometer of broader U.S. economic trends, given the region’s industrial base and its links to national supply chains. The June pullback from May’s elevated level may feed into expectations for a more moderate pace of economic activity heading into the second half of 2026.

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