02.01.202614:45:00UTC+00U.S. Manufacturing PMI Slightly Contracts in December, S&P Global Reports

The latest data released by S&P Global reveals a mild contraction in the United States Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for December 2025. The PMI indicator, which provides insights into the health of the manufacturing sector, dipped to 51.8 from the previous 52.2 recorded during the same month. The updated figures, released on January 2, 2026, highlight the marginal decrease in manufacturing activity as the year ended.

A PMI above 50 generally indicates an expansion in the industry, while a reading below 50 suggests a contraction. Although the current PMI remains above the threshold for growth, the downward shift points to a slowing momentum in manufacturing, prompting analysts and economists to reassess their outlooks for the coming year.

This recent update is crucial for businesses, investors, and policymakers as they gauge the resilience and potential challenges faced by the manufacturing sector amidst broader economic uncertainties. With global and domestic factors influencing economic conditions, stakeholders will be keeping a close watch on upcoming PMI data to better understand and navigate the manufacturing landscape.