02.01.202607:00:00UTC+00Turkey's Manufacturing Pulse Shows Signs of Stabilization with PMI Uptick in December

In a promising development for Turkey's manufacturing sector, the Istanbul Chamber of Industry reported a modest improvement in the nation's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for December 2025. Following a challenging period where the index lingered below the neutral 50.0 threshold, the latest data reveals an ascent from 48.00 in November to 48.90 by the end of December. This increment, albeit slight, signals a positive shift in industrial activity as the Turkish manufacturing landscape perhaps begins its journey towards recovery.

The PMI's uptick suggests that while challenges remain, there is an underlying resilience in Turkey's manufacturing sector that could pave the way for further stabilization. A PMI reading below 50.0 typically indicates contraction, yet the rise to 48.90 depicts slowing declines, hinting that the sector might be overcoming previous adversities. Analysts viewing the updated figures published on January 2, 2026, are cautiously optimistic, seeing this as an early sign of potential steadying within the industry.

As Turkey navigates broader economic fluctuations, this renewed momentum in manufacturing may yet bolster further confidence and stimulate economic strategies aimed at growth. Stakeholders will be keenly observing subsequent PMI releases as they evaluate the trajectory of the manufacturing sector heading into 2026.